 |
UNIVERSITY
Kauffman Foundation CEO Carl Schramm to Speak at New Student Convocation
Carl J. Schramm, president and CEO of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, is the featured speaker of this year’s New Student Convocation. The annual event, which invites a distinguished guest to campus to enlighten the University of Miami community on the educational world that students will encounter, will be held Friday, August 19 at 9:30 a.m. at BankUnited Center, and is open to students, faculty, and staff with UM identification. | more |
 |
UNIVERSITY
Using Math to Fight Cancer: Scientists Find a Way to Predict the Evolution of a Patient’s Tumor
Researchers from the University of Miami and the University of Heidelberg in Germany have developed a mathematical model to understand and predict the progress of a tumor from its early stages to metastasis in hopes of creating highly personalized treatment strategies for cancer patients. | more |
|
 |
MILLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Nephrologists Discover Cause of Common Kidney Disease
Nephrologists have discovered the cause of a significant form of chronic kidney disease, ending a decades-long search. Working with mouse models and a bank of patient samples, the scientists have found the first circulating factor known to start the process leading to focal segmental glomerulosclerosis. | more |
|
ROSENSTIEL SCHOOL OF MARINE AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCE
Researchers Develop Method for Identifying Manmade Biofuels in Atmosphere
University of Miami scientists have discovered a technique to track urban atmospheric plumes, thanks to a unique isotopic signature found in vehicle emissions. | more |
|
 |
SPORTS
Miami to Face FAU in Orange Bowl Basketball Classic
With a new head coach at the helm and its leading scorer returning for another season, the University of Miami men’s basketball team will take on Florida Atlantic in the 2011 Orange Bowl Basketball Classic on December 17 at BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Florida. | more |
|
 |
Obama Nominates Miami Law Alumnus to the 11th Circuit | more
UM to Host Society of Environmental Journalists 2011 Annual Conference | more
Toppel Career Center Ranks High in National Survey | more
Student Activities to Host Student Employment Fair on August 22; Sign Up by August 12 | more
Ring Theatre Announces 2011-12 Season | more
Take the Flexible Summer Work Week Survey | more
Need Part-Time Help? Hire a Miami Commitment Student Worker | more
Schedule for Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Meter Replacement Project | more
Twelfth Avenue Access to Rosenstiel Medical Science Building Closed | more
Lowe Art Museum Hosts ‘What’s Your Story?’ Writing Contest | more
Miller Office of Research Survey on Business Training Opportunities | more
Save the Date: October 1: What’s New in Mental Health Research and Treatment | more
Save the Date: October 21-23: Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology Fourth Annual Meeting | more
Save the Date: November 11-13: Synergy 2011: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Interventional Oncology | more
|
| |
|
|
 |
 |
Student Research Gets PRIME Time Exposure
Ten weeks of laboratory investigations culminated for a group of 16 students on July 29, when the Department of Psychology hosted its 14th annual Psychology Research Initiatives Mentorship Experience (PRIME) presentation of undergraduate research posters, giving the students the chance to present their studies and results. | more |
|
|
 |
FREEZE FRAME
Shakira Kicks Off Soccer for Youth Initiative
With the University of Miami Fieldhouse serving as the venue, Colombian superstar singer Shakira unveiled a plan on August 1 to create the Soccer for Youth Development and Healthy Living project, a joint initiative of her nonprofit, Pies Descalzos, and the charitable arm of FC Barcelona soccer club that will benefit more than 28,000 at-risk children in the United States, including Hispanic youngsters living in Miami. Above: Shakira announces details of the plan along with FC Barcelona soccer stars, from left, Carles Puyol, Gerard Pique (Shakira’s boyfriend), and Sergio Busquets. | more |
|
|
|
 |
Weathering Winds of Change
The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program presents “Weathering Winds of Change,” a seminar for those interested in developing knowledge and practical strategies for successfully weathering a changing and challenging world. | more
- ULearn Unveils New Features, New Look | more
- Hurricane Preparedness Checklists for Researchers | more
- Blackboard 9.1 Training Sessions Available | more
- Healthy Steps Parent Group to Meet | more
- Communication Skills | more
- Customer Service for the Professional | more
|
|
 |
| House of Photographs by Sean Black |
UM PRESENTS
Incoming MFA Students to Present Works at CAS Gallery
From paintings and photographs to printmaking and sculpture, the works of incoming Master of Fine Arts students will be on display at the College of Arts and Sciences Gallery from August 23 to September 16, giving visitors a first look at the skills of talented students enrolled in a highly competitive program. | more |
|
 |
| Through Friday, August 12: ‘La Habana’ Exhibition Features Works of Cuban-Born Photographer Victoria Montoro | more |
| Monday, August 8: Cosford Cinema screening: Macbeth |
| Monday, August 8: Conflict of Interest Seminars and Training | more |
| Thursday, August 11: Save the Date: ‘Opening Doors’ Networking Event | more |
| Thursday, August 11: Sustainable Green Marketing Strategies | more |
| Friday through Sunday, August 12-14: Cosford Cinema screenings: Passione | The Over the Hill Band |
| Saturday through Monday, August 13-15: Cosford Cinema screening: Swan Lake |
| Friday, September 30: Save the Date: Hypofractionation 2011: Scientific Concepts and Clinical Experiences | more |
| Saturday through Friday, October 1-November 4: Save the Date: Festival Miami | more |
| November 4-6: Save the Date: Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2011 | more |
| November 5-6: Save the Date: Second Annual Dolphins Cycling Challenge | more |
| |
|
To browse more medical-related seminars, Grand Rounds, lectures, and workshops, please click here. |
|
|
