Watching Movies with Connie Ogle: 'Aliens' (1986)
2023-11-04 17:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Join Miami Herald food writer Connie Ogle and Bill Cosford Cinema manager, Rene Rodriguez for a screening of 1986’s “Aliens” followed by a Q&A discussion with Ogle.
Connie Ogle has worked at the Miami Herald for 36 years in a variety of roles, including books editor, movie critic, features writer, and editor. She is currently the food writer for the Herald.
ALIENS | 1986 | DIRECTOR: James Cameron | WITH: Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, Carrie Henn, Bill Paxton, Lance Henriksen, Paul Reiser | RUNNING TIME: 2H 17M | RATED R for monster violence and language.
57 years after Ellen Ripley had a close encounter with the reptilian alien creature from 1979’s “Alien,” she is called back into action to help a group of highly trained colonial marines fight off against the sinister extraterrestrials.
But this time, the aliens have taken over a space colony on the moon LV-426. When the colonial marines are called upon to search the deserted space colony, they later find out that they are up against more than what they bargained for.
“‘Aliens’ is absolutely, painfully and unremittingly intense for at least its last hour. Weaver goes into battle to save her colleagues, herself and the little girl, and the aliens drop from the ceiling, pop up out of the floor, and crawl out of the ventilation shafts. (In one of the movie’s less plausible moments, one alien even seems to know how to work the elevator buttons.) I have never seen a movie that maintains such a pitch of intensity for so long; it’s like being on some kind of hair-raising carnival ride that never stops.” – Roger Ebert
Tickets are $10 and are available via the link. UM students use code UMSTUDENT (must show Cane Card at the door).

The Value of Data Analytics for Media Organizations with Dietrich Zeledon: Media Management Association Meeting
2023-11-06 18:30 - 19:30 | University of Miami School of Communication, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Dietrich Zeledon, vice president of content analytics at ViX, will share his insights into data analytics during the last Media Management Association meeting of the fall semester. Join us in Communication International Building (CIB) 2055 for this engaging conversation with an industry leader.

'JFK' Special Anniversary Screening with Director Oliver Stone
2023-11-12 14:00 - 18:30 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
You are invited to a screening of Oliver Stone’s Oscar-winning drama “JFK” in honor of the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, followed by a live hour-long panel discussion about the film featuring the film’s director, Oliver Stone, via Zoom, moderated by UM political science professor and JFK assassination expert, Fernand Amandi, and JFK assassination author/historian, Jefferson Morley.
JFK DIRECTOR’S CUT | 1991 | DIRECTOR: Oliver Stone | WITH: Kevin Costner, Gary Oldman, Tommy Lee Jones, Sissy Spacek, Laurie Metcalf, Joe Pesci, Kevin Bacon, Michael Rooker | RUNNING TIME: 3HR 20M | RATED R for language, violence, sexual situations, adult themes | 4K DCP projection
On November 22, 1963, president John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas. Lee Harvey Oswald is arrested for the crime and subsequently shot by Jack Ruby, supposedly avenging the president’s death.
An investigation concludes that Lee Harvey Oswald and Jack Ruby acted alone in their respective crimes, but Louisiana district attorney Jim Garrison is skeptical.
Assembling a trusted group of people, Garrison conducts his own investigation, bringing about backlash from powerful government and political figures.
The movie will be followed by a panel discussion about the assassination and discoveries that have been made in recent years.
Admission is FREE, but registration is required at the link.

NewsVision: Focus on the Everglades
2023-11-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Join us for a UMTV special presentation honoring the 75th anniversary of Everglades National Park. We examine the history of the Everglades, investigate the biggest issues it faces, the ongoing efforts to save it, and look ahead at the future of a place that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the world.

Graduate Programs Virtual Info Session: M.F.A.
2023-11-29 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for a virtual info session on our M.F.A. programs.

Graduate Programs Virtual Info Session: M.A. and M.S.
2023-12-12 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a virtual info session on our M.A. and M.S. programs.

M.F.A. Programs Virtual Info Session
2024-01-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join us for the upcoming School of Communication Virtual Info Session for a live session that covers our M.F.A. Programs.
M.F.A. Programs
Motion Pictures
Documentary
Interactive Media

Graduate advisors will discuss application requirements, program information, financial aid, and more. You will have the opportunity to meet with faculty from various programs and ask questions.

Graduate Studies Virtual Open House: M.A. and M.S. Programs
2024-01-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Graduate Studies: WCB 4002, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Join us via Zoom to learn about our MA/MS programs. For more information, please send an email to socgrad@miami.edu.

In-Person Open House
2024-01-24 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Graduate Studies: WCB 4002, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Stop by the School of Communication Office of Graduate Studies anytime on January 24 or 25 to learn about our master’s programs, ask questions, enjoy refreshments, grab some convenient snacks on-the-go, and even snag some cool swag items.

For more information, please send an email to socgrad@miami.edu.

Study Abroad Information Session: Cinema, Photography in Europe
2024-01-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Koenigsberg & Nadal Interactive Media Center, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146
Cinema, Photography in Europe: Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Munich, Dresden, and Salzburg.
Make movies and create photos in magical, medieval Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Munich, Dresden, and Salzburg. Receive hands-on training from professional European artists and scholars. Add a diploma/certificate to your resume from Europe’s #1 film school. Designed for undergraduate or graduates, all majors, all levels, all schools, with or without experience.

Cinema Photography In Europe- UM Summer 2024 Study Abroad from CIM-AH on Vimeo.

YODL Debate Tournament: Day 1
2024-01-26 18:30 - 21:00 | CIB 2056, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, 33146, United States
Come join the University of Miami Debate Team for the two-day virtual YODL Debate Tournament where students are encouraged to meet in-person and work together. Students can participate in a debate or judge the debaters. If debating, prior research is required. For more information visit the UM Debate Team’s Instagram page, @umdebateteam.

YODL Debate Tournament: Day 2
2024-01-27 13:00 - 22:30 | CIB 2056, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, 33146, United States

Media Management Association Meeting: Negotiation Toolkit for Media Professionals
2024-01-31 18:30 - 19:30 | CIB 2055
Eddy Arias, vice president for International Content Partnerships at Paramount, will join us at the next Media Management Association meeting and will share his insights into media negotiation strategies.

Second Annual Shorts Miami International Film Festival
2024-02-02 18:00 - 2024-02-04 22:00 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Join us for the Second Annual Shorts Miami International Film Festival where established and emerging filmmakers showcase their work over three nights at the Bill Cosford Cinema.
This year, festival organizers received 650 entries from 62 countries and territories. Of the 650 entries, 21 were selected as finalists, showcasing filmmakers from the United States, Japan, the Virgin Islands, Turkey, Israel, Brazil, Portugal, Indonesia, and Australia.
Feb. 2 registration: https://events.miami.edu/event/shorts_miami_international_film_festival_2024#.
Feb. 3 registration: https://events.miami.edu/event/shorts_miami_international_film_festival_2024_8394.
Feb. 4 registration: https://events.miami.edu/event/shorts_miami_international_film_festival_2024_2419.

Inaugural United Black Students and UTrailblazers Canes Black History Film Festival
2024-02-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
The inaugural United Black Students and UTrailblazers Canes Black History Film Festival is focused on short films that reflect on the University of Miami’s rich Black History. The goal of the festival is to enhance and highlight the UTrailblazers Experience at the Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., Breezeway at the Cosford Cinema, which honors the pioneers who paved the way for generations of Black students at the University of Miami.
During the festival, submissions from University of Miami undergraduate and graduate students in two categories, The UTrailblazer Experience and Inspired by the UTrailblazers Experience, are set to screen.
Join us for this enlightening event where student filmmakers will showcase their work.

Freeing the Press in Guatemala
2024-02-19 18:30 - 19:45 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Organizers: Reporters Without Borders, The UM Hanley Democracy Center and the Department of Journalism and Media Management in the School of Communication
José Rubén Zamora is a Guatemalan journalist, publisher and founder of three newspapers. His work has exposed political corruption for two decades, but he was arrested and sentenced to six years in prison for a trumped up money laundering charge. Zamora’s imprisonment is emblematic of the outgoing administration’s crackdown on press freedom, but also an opportunity for a new president to turn over a new leaf.
This panel will discuss the state of press freedom in Guatemala and Latin America, and Zamora’s case in particular.
Participants include José’s son José Carlos Zamora, U.S. Rep. Norma J. Torres, RSF USA Executive Director Clayton Weimers and UM Professors Sallie Hughes and Gregory Koger.
Dean Karin Wilkins will offer a welcome.

Resume Workshop
2024-02-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Koenigsberg & Nadal Interactive Media Center, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146
Join us for our dynamic Resume Workshop hosted by the SoC Stein Career Center, where you’ll gain invaluable insights and tips to craft a standout resume tailored to your communication career goals. Discover how to effectively showcase your skills and experiences to impress potential employers and advance your professional journey.

‘There’s Always Tomorrow’ (1956) Free Screening and Discussion
2024-02-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Marsha Gordon, author of “BECOMING THE EX-WIFE: The Unconventional Life and Forgotten Writings of Ursula Parrott,” will be at the Bill Cosford Cinema on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. for a book signing and screening of the film, “There’s Always Tomorrow,” based on a story by Ursula Parrott.
The book signing and screening begin at 6 p.m. at the Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Dr., Memorial Building Suite 225, Coral Gables, FL 33146. Books & Books will have copies of Gordon’s book available for purchase. This event is presented by the Bill Cosford Cinema and is sponsored by the Norton Herrick Center for Motion Picture Studies and Books & Books. Visit https://cosfordcinema.com/event/theres-always-tomorrow-1956-free-screening-and-discussion/ to register.

Research Day: The Power of Stories to Create Social Change
2024-03-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Wolfson Building, 1021
Come learn about the innovative research and projects developed by School of Communication faculty across creative and social scientific disciplines. Featuring a keynote address by Dr. Melanie Green, chair of the Department of Communication, University at Buffalo, and VR projects focused on health and social change, as well as new projects funded by the Wolfson Foundation.

Personal Branding Workshop
2024-03-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
University alum Tiyah Snell will present personal branding tips to amplify any resume or portfolio. Virtually, Snell with give an overview of her experience and strategies with personal branding.

Tiyah Snell is a Copywriter based in the New York City metro area with a focus in social-first creative for brands in the retail, e-commerce and tech industry. As a Creative at DEPT®, her current clients include DoorDash, eBay, and Team USA. She has also previously worked with Spotify, Twitch, Nuuly, Nordstrom, Google, Pinterest, Skechers, and USA Today.
Tiyah obtained her Bachelor of Science in Communication from the University of Miami in 2022. While attending UM, she served as the Marketing & Outreach Student Assistant in the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs for three years. There, she creative directed and designed all promotional materials for programming and in-house initiatives such as the Students of Color Symposium, Senior Mwambo, and the Diverse U mini-documentary. Above all, Tiyah is most proud to have co-founded ENOUGH, the village-based mentorship program for women of color.
The heartbeat of her work is creative advocacy. She approaches creativity through the lens of social impact, working to amplify the voices and stories of minoritized groups through creative mediums. Tiyah strives to actualize representation in the creative industry as a means of breaking barriers for the next generation of creatives.
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SoC Commencement Reception
2024-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | School of Communication Courtyard, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Join us in the courtyard for a celebration honoring the School of Communication’s May 2024 graduates.

Road to the Emmys
2024-09-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Don’t miss the chance to not only network with influential figures, but to also connect with our next generation of communication professionals.
Please RSVP by Sept. 5 to reserve your seat. We look forward to seeing you there!
P.S. Don’t forget to come in your best Miami glam, sparkle, and shine.

'St. Vierja Academy' premiere screening
2024-09-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Bill Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, Dooly Memorial 225, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
You are invited to attend the film premiere of “St. Vierja Academy,” a drama about a man who confront the ghosts of his past as a teenager when he was enrolled in one of Panama’s most exclusive catholic schools for boys during the 1970s.
The free screening takes place at 7 p.m on Friday, Sept. 27.
ST. VIERJA ACADEMY | 2024 | WRITER-DIRECTOR: Jose Stoute, M.F.A. ’23 | WITH: Andres Marin, Diego Alvarez, Edward Jose, Gustavo Chevasco | RUNNING TIME: 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES | IN SPANISH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES | UNRATED contains strong adult themes | PROJECTED IN 2K DCP
After the unexpected death of an old friend from high school, a U.S.-based physician returns to his native Panama to pay his respects. As he visits the cemetery, he relives his memories from his time at the prestigious St. Vierja Academy.
Facing memories of challenges and personal struggles, he is forced to confront old wounds and questions the beliefs that shaped his identity.
“St. Vierja Academy” is the inspiring story of our protagonist who struggles to survive the bullying, ridicule, abuse, and rigor of one of the most exclusive Catholic schools in Panama in the 1970s.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director and School of Communication alum, Jose A. Stoute, M.F.A. ’23, and a reception. Admission is FREE, but registration is required by clicking on the link and then “Register.”

Call for submissions - Canes Black History Film Festival
2024-09-30 08:00 - 2024-12-31 23:59
The School of Communication is pleased to announce the second annual United Black Students and UTrailblazers Canes Black History Film Festival. We seek short films that reflect on University of Miami’s rich Black History. We welcome short films on any aspect of Black History (including Black diasporic history) as well as films from any genre, including, but not limited to documentary, news, comedy, experimental, and drama. Thematically, we invite short films that reflect on Blackness, broadly construed. We are particularly interested in films that are based on contents in the UTrailblazers Experience, current events, and/or Black student experience(s) on a multicultural campus.

Learn more and submit your film here.

Vice presidential debate watch
2024-10-01 20:45 - 22:45 | Shoma Hall, CIB 3053, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, 33146, United States
The UM Debate Team is hosting an engaging group watch of the 2024 vice presidential debate, with Professors Steinberg and Waldinger sharing brief commentary before and after.
All are welcome to attend and join the conversation. Refreshments will be served.

LinkedIn building workshop
2024-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Koenigsberg & Nadal Interactive Media Center, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146
The Stein Family Career Office is hosting a LinkedIn Building workshop where you can learn tips to creating an engaging LinkedIn profile, while discovering the ways you can be a top candidate to renowned employers.

Virtual Open House for M.F.A. Applicants
2024-10-17 00:30 - 01:30
You’re invited to explore your future in communication at the University of Miami School of Communication. Our virtual open house for M.F.A. programs (Interactive Media, Documentary, Motion Pictures) will give you an inside look at our graduate programs. This is your chance to connect with Graduate Program Directors and School faculty, get your questions answered, and find the program that best aligns with your goals.
Register here.

Virtual Open House for M.A., M.S. and Ph.D. Applicants
2024-10-18 03:00 - 16:00
You’re invited to explore your future in communication at the University of Miami School of Communication. Our virtual open house for M.A. (Communication for Global Social Change, Communication Studies, Journalism and Public Relations), M.S. (Experience and Information Design and Media Management) and Ph.D. (Communication) programs will give you an inside look at our graduate programs. This is your chance to connect with Graduate Program Directors and School faculty, get your questions answered, and find the program that best aligns with your goals.
Register here.

Homecoming Alumni Event
2024-10-25 16:00 - 18:00 | School of Communication Courtyard, 5100 Brunson Dr., Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
Join us for the Future of Homecoming! Rreconnect with students, friends, and colleagues from the School of Communication and show off our school spirit. We can’t wait to see you there. Refreshments will be served.
Register here.
