UM School of Communication

Resurfacing Ghosts: Journalism, LGBTQIA+ Histories, and a Future of Care
2025-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Wolfson Building, 1021
Dr. Patrick Johnson, Marquette University, examines how journalism has historically marginalized LGBTQIA+ communities, leaving gaps that still echo in how we understand the past and present.
Drawing on research and teaching, this talk invites us to reckon with what has been lost and explore how to bring these specters into the light to find a more inclusive and equitable future for storytelling, especially for those in the LGBTQIA+ community.

How to lose a job: Navigating setbacks & pivoting to your next opportunity
2025-04-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Koenigsberg & Nadal Interactive Media Center, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146
As we head into the end of the semester, if you’re a senior, you’re probably thinking about how to get a job. Ever think about how to lose a job? Of course not. Nobody teaches you that. Until now.
Join Ian Mavorah, managing director at Orange Umbrella, live and in person for a thoughtful and engaging conversation about how to lose a job. We’ll go over the “whys” and what you can do to help you get your next job. Or the one after that. Whether you’re a graduating senior or an interested freshman, sophomore, or junior, this is a must to help your professional career.

Distraction General Body Meeting
2025-09-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Shalala Student Center, 1330 Miller Dr., Coral Gables, 33146, United States
Distraction Magazine will be meeting to check progress on the current issue and provide direction for new members seeking to contribute to the issue.

The 2025-2026 Staff Applications can be found here.

Unity Multiuser Basics Workshop
2025-09-26 17:30 - 19:00 | FL
Learn the fundamentals of building and running multiuser experiences in Unity. This workshop will walk you through the essential tools and workflows for creating shared XR/VR spaces, perfect for collaboration and interactive projects. No prior experience with multiuser setups required.

Barcelona Summer 2026 Study Abroad Info Session
2025-10-02 17:00 - 18:00 | FL
The Barcelona Study Abroad course is back for Summer 2026—and this is one opportunity you don’t want to miss!
This three-credit, three-week, faculty-led program is open to all majors, including graduate students. The course, Global Communication in a Social Media Age, is designed to sharpen your storytelling skills, elevate your social media projects, and connect you with leading global media organizations. Past site visits have included Ogilvy, MediaPro, Filmax, Cyberclick, and DDB—just to name a few.
This isn’t just another class—it’s a transformative experience.
📌 Info Session
📅 Date: Thursday, October 2
⏰ Time: 5:15–6:15 PM (ET)
💻 Where: Zoom
🆔 Zoom ID: https://miami.zoom.us/j/96068601046
🔗 Learn more about the program: Barcelona Program Page
📸 Follow us on Instagram for updates and snapshots: @canesinbarcelona
If you have any questions, please free to reach out to:
Luis Herrera: lherrera@miami.edu

UX for Change Workshop: From Reactive to Regenerative: A Latin American on 10 Types of Innovations
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Koenigsberg & Nadal Interactive Media Center, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146
We’re excited to launch the Miami UX for Change chapter with an event that reimagines innovation through a social and ecological lens. Drawing from Latin America’s creativity and resilience, this session introduces Innovative Triple-Impact Tactics — a framework that weaves environmental and social justice into UX strategy. Join us for inspiring ideas, real-world examples, art, food, and meaningful conversations on how design can shape a more just and regenerative future. Register here.

Without Shade, Without Rest - Free Screening and Q&A
2025-11-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Without Shade, Without Rest is a documentary that follows outdoor workers who are organizing to win life-saving heat protections in Miami. The film centers the experiences of plant nursery workers. Anyone who has ever eaten a vegetable or purchased a house plant in South Florida is connected to this issue. After the screening, there will be a Q&A with the filmmakers and leaders of one of the organizations featured in the film, WeCount! Registration is required: register here.

NERDLab Arcade
2025-11-18 17:00 - 19:00 | CIB 2055
Sign up to playtest your project at the NERDLab Arcade on November 18th from 5–7pm in CIB 2055. All stages of prototypes are welcome, even early builds. Join us to gather player feedback, meet other developers, and improve your game! Register here.
