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 [...]
Featured Major: Motion Pictures
Featured Major: Motion Pictures Is your future in storytelling, cinema, or television? We have just the program for you. By UM Admissions 8-6-2025 The Bachelor of Science in Motion Pictures is perfect for students who want to tell compelling stories and bring creative ideas to life on screen. Choose one of six tracks - like production, screenwriting, and business - and you’ll build hands-on skills in directing, editing, cinematography, and more. You'll have access to professional gear, gain practical experiences in Miami (and maybe [...]
Prize-winning journalist brings global experience
Prize-winning journalist brings global experience Ilene Prusher, a veteran foreign correspondent with decades of experience covering conflict zones in the Middle East, has joined the School of Communication, where she will lead the master’s program in journalism. Accomplished journalist Ilene Prusher joins the University of Miami School of Communication. Photos: Courtesy of Ilene Prusher By Barbara Gutierrez 8-19-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. A prize-winning journalist who covered the Middle East for decades and has written for prestigious publications including Time magazine, The Christian Science [...]
Communication students travel to Barcelona for cultural immersion GalleryCommunication students travel to Barcelona for cultural immersion
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Communication students travel to Barcelona for cultural immersion
Communication students travel to Barcelona for cultural immersion Besides visiting media companies, a group of School of Communication students visited the Gothic Quarter and participated in cultural activities such as a paella cooking class and flamenco workshop. Students in the School of Communication and College of Arts and Sciences visited media and marketing companies in Barcelona as part of a study abroad program. By Barbara Gutierrez 7-25-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. group of students from the University of Miami School of Communication and the [...]
A communication powerhouse
A communication powerhouse The School of Communication evolved from a two-credit public speaking course offered in 1926 at the College of Liberal Arts into a school that champions ethical and effective communication, credibility and creativity, and impactful scholarship. Anika Engel, who graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies, has a commitment to serve others. Photo: Joshua Prezant/University of Miami News@TheU 6-26-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. Shortly after the University welcomed its inaugural class, the first student-written column of University News ran in [...]
New minors at the School of Communication explore future of media
New minors at the School of Communication explore future of media The new curriculum will equip students with the skills needed to navigate a rapidly evolving and shifting media landscape. Anika Engel, who graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies, has a commitment to serve others. Photo: Joshua Prezant/University of Miami Barbara Gutierrez 5-28-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. As the media world continues to rapidly evolve, the University of Miami School of Communication is responding with three new minors launching this fall—designed [...]
Graduate succeeded by mastering interdisciplinary work
Graduate succeeded by mastering interdisciplinary work Anika Engel is drawn to the health field but also loves writing and public affairs. Anika Engel, who graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies, has a commitment to serve others. Photo: Joshua Prezant/University of Miami Barbara Gutierrez 5-5-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. When Anika Engel was in high school, she volunteered to be a member of the EMT ambulance corps in Wilton, Connecticut, during the COVID-19 pandemic. She did it to help people. She was [...]
University lit the way for student’s future
University lit the way for student's future Meghan Sullivan's journey at the University of Miami shaped her passion for health care marketing and communications through hands-on experience, strong relationships, and memories. Meghan Sullivan, who graduates with a Bachelor of Science from the School of Communication, plans to pursue a career in health care marketing and communications. Photo courtesy of Meghan Sullivan Isabella Speziani 5-5-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. Meghan Sullivan, originally from Pleasantville, New York, always dreamed of attending the University of Miami. A [...]
University shaped student’s journey
University shaped student's journey Isabella Speziani, an avid Canes fan, plans to uphold her Miami pride in her future endeavors. Isabella Speziani, who graduates with a Bachelor of Science from the School of Communication, plans to move to Sydney, Australia, to pursue a career in advertising. Photo courtesy of Isabella Speziani Meghan Sullivan 5-5-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. For Isabella Speziani, there was no question about where she would attend college: the University of Miami, specifically the School of Communication. With a deep passion [...]