LifeattheU

Rafael I. Nepomechie, professor of physics at the College of Arts and Sciences, was recognized with the 2023–24 Outstanding Teaching Award by the Faculty Senate for his exceptional contributions to student learning and growth.

Steven Safren, professor of psychology and director of the Center for HIV and Research in Mental Health (CHARM) at the University of Miami, was recognized by the Faculty Senate with the 2023–24 Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award for a lifetime of distinguished accomplishments in clinical practice and research.

David Chin, professor of chemical, environmental, and materials engineering, received the Faculty Senate 2023–24 James W. McLamore Outstanding Service Award for his commitment and exemplary service to the University of Miami.
🔗 https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2024/03/david-chin-fs-award.html

📚 📜 Han Tran’s storytelling approach draws a swell of students who eagerly enroll in her courses. Starting with the introduction level class Greek and Roman Mythology that attracts nearly 100 students three times a week.

🔗 http://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/02/using-ancient-myths-to-expand-students-perspectives.html

Meet Richard Coleman! 🐟 🙋‍♂️
A marine biologist, Richard has traveled to some of the most remote areas of the world for research.

🔗 http://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/03/depth-defying-scientific-explorations.html

Today only! ☀️ 🙌 For Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day, the Campus Bookstore is offering an exclusive 20% discount on Friday, March 1, 2024!

To unlock this special offer, show your 'Cane Card at the UM Bookstore on campus and All 'Canes or use online promo code: EmpAppDay2024

Attend a theater performance! 🎭 ⚽

Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Sarah DeLappe, "The Wolves" is a gripping coming-of-age story spotlights nine soccer team members who test their endurance in passing drills while navigating the dynamics of ambition, identity, loss, and female friendships.

📅 Friday and Saturday, March 1-2 and Thursday and Friday, March 7-8
📍 Jerry Herman Ring Theatre

🎟️ 🔗 http://ci.ovationtix.com/1871/production/1181861?performanceId=11372878

Thank you to all DCC XIV participants! Together we raised more than $12 M towards cancer research! 🙌

Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day!

⏰ 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

📍 Marine Campus, Tuesday, Feb. 27
📍Coral Gables Campus, Wednesday, Feb. 28
📍 Medical Campus, Thursday, Feb. 29

Join HR-Total Rewards and Aetna on your campus to celebrate faculty and staff appreciation day. Learn more about your benefits, recognize a colleague with a thank you card, get a chair massage and more.

🔗 http://hr.miami.edu/benefits-and-wellness/events/

This week only: Street Scene opera! 🎭🎵

📖 Synopsis: Murder, a sweltering summer heatwave, and gossip…What happened in the East Side Manhattan tenement? Through music that embraces operatic, Broadway, and blues styles, Weill’s masterful score tells the story of a family pushed to their breaking point.

✍️ Lyrics by Lanston Hughes and Elmer Rice

📍 Maurice Gusman Concert Hall

📅 Multiple Dates:
Thursday, Feb. 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m.

🎟️ http://frost-music-live.miami.edu

🌴 Attend the 2024 Miami Open 🎾
'Canes have the unique opportunity to attend the 2024 Miami Open with a 10-25 percent discount on Ticketmaster prices!

📆 March 20-31, 2024
📍 Hard Rock Stadium

Get your tickets 🔗 https://offer.fevo.com/miami-dolphins-partners-offer-2fb4a4d?fevoUri=miami-dolphins-partners-offer-2fb4a4d%2F

Go to a concert on campus! 🎵 👩‍🎤

With over 100 shows every academic year, Frost Music Live offers a variety of musical events for the whole community. They feature classical music, jazz, contemporary music, and even opera performances!

🔗 https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/01/february-guide-to-the-arts-at-the-u.html