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Renowned Latin journalists visit the University of Miami’s Cosford Cinema

Renowned Latin journalists visit the University of Miami's Cosford Cinema Jose Diaz-Balart, Louis Aguirre, Jackie Nespral and Antonio Mora speak at UM's National Hispanic Association of Journalists chapter open panel discussion on Oct. 17, 2025. Photo Credit // Ximena Hidalgo. By Peter Kellogg 10-22-2025 This story originally appeared in The Miami Hurricane UM’s National Hispanic Association of Journalists chapter hosted an open panel discussion with Hispanic broadcast legends Jose Diaz-Balart, Louis Aguirre, Jackie Nespral and Antonio Mora about their careers at UM’s Cosford Cinema on Friday, Oct. [...]

2025-10-28T15:16:28-04:00October 28, 2025|Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, School of Communication|
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Orange Umbrella finds its true colors with new logo and rebranding

Orange Umbrella finds its true colors with new log and rebranding OU new logo By Jenna Simone 10-23-2025 This story originally appeared in The Miami Hurricane For nearly a decade, Orange Umbrella, often called “OU,” has been the University of Miami’s hub for student creativity and collaboration. Now, the student-run advertising agency is stepping into a new chapter with a new logo — one that better redefines their mission, vision and values. The new logo is sleek and modern, representing a fusion of OU’s initials — an [...]

2025-10-27T12:09:20-04:00October 27, 2025|Advertising, Public Relations, School of Communication|
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How AI is transforming academic research

How AI is transforming academic research Several University of Miami experts share how they use artificial intelligence in their work.   By Barbara Gutierrez 10-20-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU Every time you do a Google Map search or use a self-driving car, you are using artificial intelligence. IBM’s definition of this new technology is: “Artificial intelligence (AI) is technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human learning, comprehension, problem-solving, decision-making, creativity, and autonomy.” Even though it has its retractors, AI is here to stay. [...]

2025-10-27T09:13:48-04:00October 27, 2025|School of Communication|
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University of Miami Debate Team shines in intercollegiate events

University of Miami Debate Team shines in intercollegiate events Several students participated in three events the weekend of Oct. 17 in challenges stretching from Los Angeles to Miami K-Cee Chavez and Rocio Pelaez (left); Dylan Long in the “White House Press Room” at the Reagan Library (right) By News@TheU 10-23-2025 Over a busy Oct. 17 weekend, members of the University of Miami Debate Team earned experience and captured honors in competitions held online and in two locations in Miami and Los Angeles. Students Paulina Barnjak and [...]

2025-10-24T11:02:46-04:00October 24, 2025|Communication Studies, School of Communication|
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School of Communication’s ‘hidden gem’

School of Communication's 'hidden gem' A new course offered this fall is designed to help students strengthen one of the most valuable and overlooked skills—the ability to self-advocate. iStock photo By Idara Ibanga 10-15-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. When life hands you oranges, do you negotiate for the juice or the peel? For graduate student Vanessa Bonilla, that question changed how she views conflict and problem-solving. It came up during a classroom lecture in the new JMM 465/665: Media Negotiation course, and it stuck [...]

2025-10-16T10:38:58-04:00October 16, 2025|Media Management, School of Communication|
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Empowering women, breaking barriers

Empowering women, breaking barriers A course at the School of Communication equips students with the knowledge and tools to overcome gender disparities in public relations, drawing on authentic guest speakers and candid lessons. University alumna Alexa Ferra speaks to undergraduate students at the Perez Art Museum of Miami. Photo courtesy of Heidi Carr By Ashley Sewall 10-3-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. This is the class I wish I had in college, because it’s reality,” said Heidi Carr, director of the undergraduate public relations program [...]

2025-10-06T09:07:39-04:00October 6, 2025|Advertising, Public Relations, School of Communication|
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Student projects earn national spotlight

Student projects earn national spotlight Three innovative campaigns by School of Communication students earned a coveted spot in the Communications Arts Advertising Annual, showcasing the creativity, insight, and strategy behind the school’s top-tier advertising program. Artwork from the Stimuless advertising campaign created by Sara Kelly (art director) and Wesley Lucas (designer). By Barbara Gutierrez and Karina Valdes 10-2-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. Three projects created by students from the University of Miami School of Communication have been chosen for publication in the 2025 Communication [...]

2025-10-03T09:34:10-04:00October 3, 2025|Advertising, School of Communication|
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Getting the full GameDay experience

Getting the full GameDay experience ESPN’s traveling college pregame show gave several students opportunities to gain professional experience. Senior Annika Alves, left, with ESPN media specialist Julie McKay, right, on the set of ESPN "College GameDay." Alves volunteered to help guide reporters, videographers and photographers during the live broadcast on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Annika Alves. By Robert C. Jones Jr. 9-23-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. From the day Annika Alves could walk, her parents put a soccer ball at her feet and encouraged [...]

2025-09-23T09:29:42-04:00September 23, 2025|Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, School of Communication|
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Celebrating 40 years of ‘The Golden Girls’

Celebrating 40 years of 'The Golden Girls' A professor at the University of Miami unpacks the social impact and phenomenon of a beloved television series that first aired four decades ago. Cast members of the television series “The Golden Girls,” pose for a photo, clockwise from left, Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, Betty White, and Estelle Getty. (AP Photo/File) By Alfred L. Martin 8-8-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. Picture it: Hollywood, Sept. 14, 1985. Bea Arthur, former star of “Maude”; Betty White, honorary mayor of [...]

2025-09-09T09:22:44-04:00September 9, 2025|Motion Pictures|
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