Events for May 7, 2022 - April 20, 2022

iDebate Rwanda vs. UM Debate

Shoma Hall, CIB 3053 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, United States

A Public Debate on the Motion, "This House would grant those diagnosed with terminal illnesses the right to access treatments that have not completed clinical testing." Audience participation will be invited. Doors open at 7:30 pm For more information, contact Professor Steinberg, dave@miami.edu

The Future of Media is Now – An Insider’s View with PBS President Paula Kerger

Zoom

Event co-hosted by School of Communication Dean, Karin G. Wilkins. Paula A. Kerger is president and chief executive officer of PBS, the nation’s largest non-commercial media organization representing more than 330 member stations throughout the country. She is the longest-serving president and CEO in PBS history. Over 15 years, Kerger has led the transformation of PBS from a broadcaster to a multiplatform digital media organization which delivers on public television’s essential mission of education, inspiration and service to the American public. Each year, 80% of U.S. television households watch PBS, [...]

Miami Film Festival: Short Documentary Screening and Awards

Bill Cosford Cinema 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, United States

MDC’s Miami Film Festival is proud to partner with the Cosford Cinema to present a program of 5 exemplary short documentaries, competing for the Short Documentary Film Award, Sponsored by the University of Miami School of Communication.