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Gina Presson joined the School of Communication in Fall 2020.

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The Dean’s Student Circle Launches Mentorship Program for New Students
‘Change Brings Opportunities,’ WarnerMedia Executive Says
University of Miami Advances into Social Justice Debates Finals

#WEARESOC

The School of Communication’s Dean’s Student C

The School of Communication’s Dean’s Student Circle Mentorship Program aims to connect students who ideally have already completed an internship, devoted time to a University of Miami organization, and used the resources on campus, with new students who may not be familiar with all of the opportunities available at UM.
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If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please download the application (link in our bio) and specify you would like to be a mentor in the comments section. The deadline to apply is March 31. The application for students interested in becoming a mentee will be coming soon.

Introducing #KeepingUpWithSoC: Tune in tomorrow fo

Introducing #KeepingUpWithSoC: Tune in tomorrow for our very first Instagram Story Takeover! Bianca De Paz is a junior Public Relations major and double minor in Marketing & Communications. Also, she is currently a social media intern at SoC. Check out our story tomorrow to find out more and ask questions about her life as a UMSoC student!

Would you like to be the next student to takeover? DM us and be sure to follow #KeepingUpWithSoC to stay-in-the-know with all things SoC.

Join us for Career Conversations - Spring, Session

Join us for Career Conversations - Spring, Session 2 with Christina Simonetti, VP of Human Resources, Ad Sales at NBCU
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Wednesday, March 10 @ 12PM EST
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Stay on for a 30-minute post-event conversation led by the Toppel Career Center to network, share personal stories and receive feedback, advice, and answers to questions to help you prepare for a career at NBCU or similar companies.
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Zoom Meeting ID: 920 8132 7109 or click the link in our bio to register!

@thegravitymagazine: In light of the University of

@thegravitymagazine: In light of the University of Miami’s upcoming Student Government elections, Gravity takes us back to the historic 2020 presidential race that galvanized our campus community. “All In” focuses on the journey of @umiamisg President @abigailadeleke on her quest to become the Student Government President last year. Abigail and @amanda.m.rodriguez ‘s win on the All In ticket, combined with @shirley.gelman ‘s victory on behalf of Level Up, formed a historic executive board comprised of three women— the first of its kind in school history.
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Check out the full video for “All In” by clicking the link in our bio!

This past weekend, the @umdebateteam competed in t

This past weekend, the @umdebateteam competed in the championship tournament of the Social Justice Debates, advancing into the final round! We would like to congratulate student debaters @delphine.djomo and @micahcouncil for finishing the tournament in second place! Keep up the hard work 👏
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Link in bio read more about the debate team and how they advanced into the Social Justice Debates Finals!

#MondayMotivation: Tim Sparks, a Master of Fine Ar

#MondayMotivation: Tim Sparks, a Master of Fine Arts Alumnus shares some words of enlightenment to all film students. Link in bio to read more about his accomplishments, such as writing and directing his film, AMARAICA! Are you a #WeareSoC grad? Share your story with us.

Master of Fine Arts Alumnus, Tim Sparks writes and

Master of Fine Arts Alumnus, Tim Sparks writes and directs @hbo film, “AMARAICA” 🎥
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Link in bio to read the full article! #WeareSoC #amaraica #hbo #masteroffinearts #alumni #newyorklatinofilmfestival #nylff #article #film

Julian Crosby (@umsoc Sophomore) established Gravi

Julian Crosby (@umsoc Sophomore) established Gravity Magazine (@thegravitymagazine), the University’s first student publication dedicated to highlighting and uplifting Black experiences.
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Link in bio to read more!

Join us Wednesday for our 1st spring session of Ca

Join us Wednesday for our 1st spring session of Career Conversations with our guest, James Dorgan.
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Wednesday, February 10
1:30 PM EST
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Zoom Meeting ID: 943 2432 0011 or click the link in our bio to register!

#Repost @um_tv It’s our favorite time of the s

#Repost @um_tv

It’s our favorite time of the semester!

Come out to UMTV’s General Body Meeting this Monday, Feb 1st & learn more about the talent behind University of Miami’s Emmy Award-winning, student-run cable TV station.

RSVP at the link on @um_tv’s bio to receive the General Body Meeting Zoom Link and more information!

Welcome back to our students, faculty, and staff!

Welcome back to our students, faculty, and staff! We wish you all a great first day of classes and a successful semester 💚🧡

#Repost @univmiami ・・・ “The function of e

#Repost @univmiami
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“The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” - Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLKday

Congratulations to our 2020 graduates!
🎓🙌💚🥳🧡🎉👏
We are so happy to share in the excitement of your graduation day. This week, our field gained very promising additions.

Join us Thursday, December 3, for an engaging disc

Join us Thursday, December 3, for an engaging discussion with music industry leaders as they strive to sustain, transform, and spark innovation within this once-thriving $30-billion industry amid the ongoing pandemic.
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Thursday, December 3 @ 7PM
Zoom registration link in bio

We’re thankful for yoU! What are you grateful fo

We’re thankful for yoU! What are you grateful for today? #thanksgiving 🙌

#Repost @univmiami

Spring 2021 special topics courses are now availab

Spring 2021 special topics courses are now available!
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Explore timely communication subject matters! Please consult with CaneLink, the instructor of record and/or your advisor for more information.
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Link in our bio for info!

How to find a job during a pandemic ••• Wed

How to find a job during a pandemic
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Wednesday, November 18, at 7 p.m.
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PRSSA is holding its last event of the semester -- and it's sure to give you lots of ideas on how to find an internship or job for next semester.
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Whitney Lee, owner of Social Lee PR and Media Company, will speak about navigating the job search during a pandemic. Afterward, stick around for information on internships for academic credit (and pay!).
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This event is open to UM PRSSA members only. The Zoom link and passcode will be sent to all members. If you're interested in joining PRSSA, contact Amy Muslin at axm2145@miami.edu or Emily Winston at emw101@miami.edu.

TOMORROW 11/13 @ 1PM ・・・ Don’t miss our sp

TOMORROW 11/13 @ 1PM
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Don’t miss our special virtual talk show, Black Women Leaderships in Digital Content & Social Media Marketing, with Jamila Wright (Digital Marketing Manager, @atlanticrecords) and MacKenzie Green (Social Media Director, @betplus).

Hosted by @____eartha.litt, our final November webinar series with @entertainmentbusinessnetwork will explore the realm of digital marketing under the leaderships of two inspiring black women in the music and entertainment industries.

FRIDAY 11/13 • 1PM EST
Link in our bio!

#musicindustry #musicbusiness #entertainment #streaming #digitalmarketing #socialmedia #networking #students #webinar #inspirational #blackwomenlead #blackgirlmagic #blackexcellence #blackwomeninbusiness #blackwomenempowerment

PR STUDENTS! JOIN US TONIGHT! ••• •••

PR STUDENTS! JOIN US TONIGHT! •••
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Are you excited for this semester to be over? And are you even more excited about next semester? You may be wondering what classes you can/should take. To help you out, PRSSA is hosting a “Get the Scoop” workshop via Zoom from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. •••
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This is open to anybody who would like to learn what classes will be available and get advice from the Class of ’21. •••
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Meeting ID: 999 424 3995

THIS WEDNESDAY GRADUATE PROGRAM Q&A Join members

THIS WEDNESDAY
GRADUATE PROGRAM Q&A
Join members from every department of the School of Communication to discuss & ask questions about our graduate programs/application processes.
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Wednesday, November 11
6PM-7PM (EST)
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Link in our bio to register!

Visit the link in our bio for the latest informati

Visit the link in our bio for the latest information on Tropical Storm Eta
#Repost @univmiami
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Due to Tropical Storm Eta, the University of Miami is taking actions to ensure the safety of the University community. (For the latest information please visit link in bio).

#Repost @miamitodaynews_official ・・・ The Ac

#Repost @miamitodaynews_official
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The Achiever: In her first year as dean of UM’s School of Communications, Karin Gwinn Wilkins focused on building programs in diversity and global initiatives and offering new opportunities to students.
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#miamitoday #localnews #miami #miamidade #universityofmiami #umiami

TOMORROW: Join us with Perry Bashkoff, Head of Mus

TOMORROW: Join us with Perry Bashkoff, Head of Music at Instagram •••
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Friday, November 6 @ 1pm
Meeting ID: 998 7012 0655
Passcode: 651346 •••
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Link in bio to register!

GRADUATE PROGRAM Q&A ••• ••• Join memb

GRADUATE PROGRAM Q&A •••
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Join members from every department of the School of Communication to discuss & ask questions about our graduate programs / application processes. •••
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Wednesday, November 11
6PM-7PM (EST) •••
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REGISTER TODAY! Link in bio!

Internet’s Immediacy Gives Political Advertising

Internet’s Immediacy Gives Political Advertising a Boost •••
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Social media and microtargeting have changed the name of the game for modern campaigns, University of Miami experts say. •••
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Read more, link in bio

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