Meet the new host of Major Insight as she reflects on finding her own path, embracing new opportunities, and making the most of these college years
CAS News
Myaamia Center founder, researcher offer historical and cultural context in ‘Fallen Timbers’ episode
Football’s Eric Smith embraces his academic journey
The Public Health major has served as an ambassador on and off the field for the RedHawks
Independent study offers valuable experiences for RedHawks
Two members of Miami’s football team gained strong insight into potential future careers
Miami geology students, faculty enjoy strong showing at national conference
The Miami University Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science headed west and left a lasting impact on the Geological Society of America (GSA) Connects 2026 conference this fall. The d...
How an accidental discovery could help conserve Pygmy raccoons, an endangered species
Project Dragonfly researchers documented pygmy raccoons making receipt balls, a learned behavior with conservation potential
The Wrap-Up: September and October
Accolades and achievements
Psychology professor Brooke Cropenbaker presents “Connect For: The Game of Life”
She was named the College of Arts and Science’s Distinguished Educator for 2026-2027
Five labs with one goal: saving sight
Miami researchers are working to understand, prevent, and repair vision loss
Sounds of College Life with the Rowing Club
Find your rhythm on the water with Miami University’s Rowing Club
Miami enjoys another successful Law Day event for students
Fifty-five schools nationwide came to Oxford
Enduring friendship started at Miami for prominent political figures Ryan, Razdan Duggal
Alumni returned to Oxford to take part in JANUS Forum discussion
Mathur named Miami's new Director of Physician Associate Studies Program
Dr. Anu Mathur will become director of Miami University’s Physician Associate Studies Program on November 30, bringing expertise in curriculum, accreditation, assessment, and student success
Miami University’s 2026 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition winners
Graduate student researchers participated in the annual research communication competition Oct. 8
Miami’s Scarborough earns prestigious ASHA Fellowship
Lifelong efforts to serve patients and students pays off with ultimate prize
Where students make friends, learn independence, and discover what it means to live with others
Miami University’s high performance computing team helps faculty scale up to powerful resources
As part of the Campus Champions program, Miami helps researchers leverage Ohio Supercomputer Center services
Miami to host alumni Paul Ryan, Shefali Razdan Duggal for Fall 2026 JANUS Forum
‘Two Miamians, One Ballot: Lives of Public Service’ is Oct. 13 at Wilks Theater
Miami University announces the RedHawk50 class of 2026
Celebrating Miami's top 50 alumni-led companies of 2026, showcasing high-growth business leaders across industries.
Shaping the future of humanities at Miami: Packed crowd celebrates renovated Bachelor Hall
Naming of Altman Institute for the Humanities helps commemorate university’s hub for the humanities
The Attention Revolution: Deliberation, Sanctuary, and the Liberal Arts
“Attention in the Age of Distraction” is a nine-part lecture series hosted by the Altman Institute through April
Miami University ecologist awarded grant to study sturgeon-vessel collisions in New York Harbor
Tyler Wagner’s team will track sturgeon and cargo ships to reduce collision risks
IES welcomes forage agronomist for 18th edition of Willeke Lecture
Peter Ballerstedt discussed large-scale grasslands and implications for metabolic health of the human population.
Prospective Students Explore Miami’s Healthcare Resources
The Mallory-Wilson Center (Pearson 106) offers information sessions every Monday and Friday this semester
Wil Haygood earns place on Longlist for the 2026 National Book Award for Nonfiction
1976 Miami graduate launched his latest nonfiction work during a February event in Oxford
Spreading the word: Project Dragonfly graduate talks Bronx River project with several media outlets
RJ Hawkins photographed first river otter in the area in 100 years
Alicia Miles Named Director of Sue J. Henry Pre-Law Center
Miles' wealth of experience includes several law schools nationwide
Event celebrates Bachelor Hall renovations, naming of Altman Institute for the Humanities
Ceremony is Sept.25 at 2 p.m.; open house will include tours, interactive exhibits
Froude Joins Miami in External Relations Role Supporting CCES, CAS
He returns to Oxford following 15 years at Northern Kentucky University
Miami students enjoy serving Dayton through Urban Leadership Internship Program
Fifteen students in Miami University’s Urban Leadership program spent their summers serving the Dayton community in a variety of ways, ranging from trauma care to data science and the arts.
Army, Naval, and Air Force ROTC units see steady growth in enrollment
Purposeful networking leads to outstanding opportunities for Miami geography students
The GIS certificate is available to everyone, regardless of majors, and opens real-world doors
Small molecule, big consequences: A look inside Miami’s group of protein researchers
Four Miami researchers are unraveling how a single molecule can shape human health outcomes
Advice for my first-year self: Just take the leap
In this special series featuring clips from the past year, students share how taking chances, overcoming rejection, and embracing the unknown helped them grow into who they are today
Advice for my first-year self: You will figure it out
In this special series featuring clips from the past year, students reflect on finding their people, embracing uncertainty, and discovering that a college plan rarely goes unchanged
Accolades and achievements
Miami students enjoy 28th edition of premier Inside Washington program
The Karmol Family Fund has also provided a generous gift towards the program’s future
Dylan Siebenaler ’26 studied the relationship between gay community involvement and mental health
14 new things Miami University students will see in the 2026-2027 academic year
Renovated spaces, new intramural fields, GoBus, and more
Undergraduate Summer Scholar grows as a scientist through research
‘Because of Miami, I am pursuing my dreams’
What everyone’s asking about college. A live Q-and-A part 2
The second half of our college Q-and-A explores some of the biggest questions students ask. And not just about college, but about themselves.
Alumna Faith Walker ‘21 joins Art Museum Team
Miami University alum Faith Walker ‘21 recently joined the Richard and Carole Cocks Museum (RCCAM) team as the museum’s Collections Manager/Registrar. As a student, Walker doubl...
Undergraduate researcher charts the evolution of public libraries since the 1800s
Julia Moser ’26 researched the history and purpose of public libraries across the U.S.
Miami welcomes Class of 2030 Presidential Fellows
22 exceptional students hail from hometowns in 12 states and two countries
English class teams up with alumnus for AI and UX research
The class put communication strategies to the test for the company headed by Miami alumnus Patrick Briggs ’06.
The Presidential Fellow is collecting data and doing interviews about the significance of Osettai, a tradition of gift giving along the route
Lindsay Schakenbach Regele, a historian of early U.S. political economy, diplomacy and war, writes about how the ongoing U.S. intervention in Venezuela echoes a far earlier intervention in the earl...
The stories we’re told: an undergraduate researcher on adoption and identity
Rising senior Ann Bixel studied identity development in international transracial adoptees
Researchers from across campuses work together to explore shock-resistant mineral materials
Miami University teacher-scholars Morgan Gray and Jack Gugino (Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science), Mithun Bhowmick (Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences), Catherine ...
Undergraduate Summer Scholar aims to help those with colorectal cancer
‘Miami has given me so many opportunities not only to practice leadership but also to observe leadership’
Miami, Oxford community enjoy inaugural Quantum STEM Youth Camp
The week, designed to inspire students to think critically and appreciate scientific investigation, ended with a tour of Miami’s physics labs
Undergraduate research explores the psychology behind ghosting
Hannah Alvarez’s study examines who ghosts, and why, across gender and sexual orientation
Unlocking the secrets of the universe
Physics major exploring third research experience as an undergraduate assistant in Miami’s condensed matter lab
What everyone’s asking about college. A live Q-and-A part 1
Real student experiences offer reassurance, perspective, and practical advice for navigating the ups and downs of college
Inside New York gives students front-row access to the city’s world-class media industry
Revived program puts students face-to-face with the professionals shaping media, marketing, and communications by blending networking, site visits, and mentorship
Anthropology major combines study abroad with research on post-tourism irony
Ashlee Gantz ’26 studied how travelers turn staged tourist experiences into something genuinely meaningful
Accolades and Achievements
Announcing the CAS Dean's Scholars for the 2026-27 academic year
These 21 students have received expense stipends to work with faculty mentors on independent studies.
Diplomacy Lab trip to D.C. brings students inside the world of foreign policy
Students enter spaces they could normally never access, meet people they might otherwise never meet, and now dream of careers they never knew existed
Accolades and Achievements
CAS helps first-year students immerse themselves in the college experience
Miami University staff chime in on the best strategies for forming meaningful connections on campus as a first-year student.
Miami Physician Associate alumna’s capstone project becomes a clinical resource
Jillian DiTusa’s comprehensive review article aims to help clinicians make faster decisions for injured athletes
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in May
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Pennington selected for Scripps Howard Leadership Academy at Newhouse
Program in Syracuse is June 15-18, develops senior leaders of journalism and mass communication schools
From undecided to TikTok creator
How Miami’s College of Arts and Science helped Mary Rowe Dill find her path
Three Miami seniors receive Astronaut Scholarships for 2026
Sara McGinnis, Siena Madsen, and Caden McCollum earn prestigious, merit-based award from Astronaut Scholarship Foundation
Associated Student Government announces 2026 Outstanding Professor Award, top 15 nominees
Stephanie Danker, associate professor of Art Education, received the 2026 award
Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter awarded the Benjamin Harrison Medallion
They are honored with Miami’s most prestigious career faculty award for ‘outstanding contribution to the education of the nation’
Miami graduate student receives Fulbright grant offer, two alternates named
Three undergraduate students receive Gilman Scholarships for study abroad
Bootcamps all about connections for graduating instructor
Bridget Stafford has led the popular M.O.V.E. Bootcamps for most of her four years as a Miami student
CAS student wins National Collegiate Boxing Association Championship
Miami University Boxing Club is proud to have back-to-back champions
Building removal, energy systems conversion projects to begin this month
Restoration of site will be complete by mid-October after removal of Williams and Wells Halls, Joyner and Hanna Houses
A long way from Oxford: Miami PA pursues fellowship in Hawaii
After six years in Oxford, Natalie Underwood ’23, PA ’25 is trading Ohio's cornfields for Hawaii's coastlines
23 TCPL faculty promoted to associate, senior, or full teaching, clinical professors, and lecturers
They join 32 tenure-track faculty and three librarians whose promotion and/or tenure were approved earlier this spring
Accolades and Achievements
Acton, Mancini, Soulliard, and Sutton receive Junior Faculty Scholar Awards
They were honored in recognition of great potential in research
Katia Del Rio-Tsonis and Ganiva Reyes receive University Faculty Scholar Awards
The Faculty Scholars were honored in recognition of sustained excellence in research
Student research highlight: GLP-1s and physical activity
Undergraduate students have the opportunity to complete research for a topic of their choice to be displayed at the Undergraduate Research Forum.
Students in the behavioral neuroscience Quinn Lab work on a variety of mice and rat research projects, primarily about early life stress (ELS) and its effects on behavior and cognition. Currently, ...
Student journalists earn top honors in Society of Professional Journalists Region 4 awards
Miami earned two first-place finishes, five additional finalist designations
Immigration policy is topic for upcoming JANUS Forum on April 13
CNN commentator, former governor will speak at Armstrong Student Center
Miami University’s new DNA sequencer opens doors for student researchers
Lyla Vivian and Katarina Teasdale are among the first students to use the cutting-edge PacBio Vega Benchtop System
‘It’s incredibly fun’: Meet Patel introduces hands-on labs to young students
MULABS is a student organization focused on providing hands-on education to elementary and middle school students in the Oxford community
Amber Franklin receives 2026 Knox Distinguished Teaching Award
Franklin, associate professor of Speech Pathology and Audiology, represents “the gold standard of our institution’s teaching mission”
Podcast spotlights school-based mental health efforts across Ohio
The Ohio School-Based Center of Excellence for Prevention and Early Intervention launched a podcast that has grown to over 5,000 downloads in under three years
Miami student discovers she is a descendant of Oxford settlers
Records show the California resident is related to surveyor who laid out the Mile Square
Connie Malone and Ruth Orth receive the Miami University Distinguished Service Award
One of Miami’s premier awards, the Distinguished Service Award recognizes faculty or staff who have made a significant impact on the life and mission of Miami University
Scripps Gerontology Center appoints new Ohio Long-Term Care Research Project director
The Miami University Scripps Gerontology Center has selected Heather Menne ’01, associate professor and health policy researcher, to lead the Ohio Long-Term Care Research Project (OLTCRP)...
Three Miami University students selected as 2026-2027 Goldwater Scholars
Sara McGinnis, Thomas McKenzie, and Hannah Stevens among 454 to receive honor
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
The Story Untold with Wil Haygood
Stories from Haygood’s new book “The War Within the War”
New minor aims to develop leadership in students through humanities
A new College of Arts and Science minor is designed to help students further develop their leadership skills through learning key facets of the humanities
Spring commencement will be held on May 16
SBCOE’s Robison recognized for impact on students and families
Miami’s Ohio School-Based Center for Excellence works with K-12 schools around the state
Miamians honored during annual awards ceremony
Recipients recognized for research, work with students, and service to the community
Free tool being developed by Miami researchers aims to expand treatment for bone damage
Free tool to design artificial bone structures could expand treatment options
Eleven Years in the Making: Weihao Chen becomes Miami’s first Engineering doctoral graduate
Chen crossed the finish line in December 2025, becoming the first graduate of the new Engineering doctorate program
Promotion and tenure granted to 35
Miami University's board of trustees approved the promotion and/or tenure of 32 faculty members and three librarians at its Feb. 27 meeting
Model Arab League wins several awards at the Ohio Valley conference
Over a dozen students represented Miami University in Bloomington, Indiana.
Creative Career Day connects students with creative professionals
Representatives from 16 different organization are scheduled to attend
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in February
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Michelle Putnam ’93 receives 2026 Cottrell Distinguished Alumni Award
Her work honors scholarship, leadership, and mentorship in the field of aging.
Learning to love a nonlinear life
The foundation for your future doesn’t need to fit neatly into one box
Renovated Bachelor Hall a ‘powerful symbol’ for the humanities at Miami
Classes will resume in the building in fall
Miami Biology professor featured in DNA sequencing video series
Andor Kiss appears in PacBio's Beyond the Bench series discussing DNA sequencing technology
Say “yes” and see where it leads
Having courage and curiosity in college will open doors you never imagined
Miami employees recognized for 15, 25, 30 years of service
'They provide a stability and unity to Miami that makes it a special place to all of us,' Miami University President Gregory Crawford said
Presenting the RedHawk50 class of 2025!
The award honors the fastest-growing private companies founded or led by Miami University alumni
Five students, alumni named Fulbright Semifinalists
Five Miami students and alumni are semifinalists in the 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition. Two undergraduates, one graduate student, and two alumni have been recommended by the U...
Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to speak at Miami University
Vilsack will appear through the Altman Program’s speaker series
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Miami brain cell research could lead to targeted therapies for autism
Miami neuroscience research duo discovered how to restore electrical activity in brain cells linked to autism spectrum disorder
Parker prepares to study abroad (Part 1: The adventure begins)
It isn’t just about where you go. It’s also about who you become along the way.
Miami University students present foreign policy research in Washington, D.C.
Students presented a semester’s worth of foreign policy research at National Defense University
Fund for Education Abroad awards two Miami students
National scholarship provides undergraduates with up to $5000 in study abroad funding
Hear college life lessons about facing rejection, finding belonging, and learning how to lead
CAS students get real world experience
Learn what internship help and opportunities CAS provides
Innovative Northeast Ohio Nursing Program offers unique opportunity for Miami Nursing students
University teaming with NEOMED for innovative 24-month intensive program
Miami celebrates culture and togetherness with International Education Week
Learn what opportunities Miami has for study abroad and international students
Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov shares history, humor and humanity amid war
Ukraine’s most celebrated novelist, Andrey Kurkov, brought history, humor and hard truth to Miami University as part of the annual Havighurst Lecture, delivering a moving reflection on hi...
Meet J.D. Wulfhorst, Miami University's new forward thinking and future focused director of IES
Long-term goals include supporting Miami’s climate action plan
Aging expert offers new perspectives on dementia care
Joseph E. Gaugler’s presentation highlighted the importance of data, empathy, and community.
Four Miami students named Gilman Scholars
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships help fund study abroad experiences.
‘What leadership means to me is having the honor and responsibility of representing something bigger than yourself’
‘This has been one of the biggest highlights of my life,’ Debbie Brown said
Graduate Research Forum 2025: Top presenter awards
Top oral and poster presentations selected from the 17th annual forum held Nov. 7
‘We're really trying to honor the Miami experience as much as possible by making these improvements’
Miami students learn healthcare sales lessons in site visits
Students visit a pair of healthcare businesses in Cincinnati to get information and experience
Author Brendan Kiely speaks on young adult storytelling
‘I want to write books with a listening heart that asks us as we read to open up our listening hearts.’
World Languages and Cultures major to offer a fresh take on key humanities strengths
The new major, which unifies six former majors, begins accepting students this upcoming fall.
‘Falling for Miami’ photo contest winners selected
More than 250 entries were submitted; winning photos spotlighted natural beauty on campus
Kelly Knollman-Porter and Claire McLeod were honored at a reception during the Graduate Research Forum Nov. 7
‘Banded’ showcases Avian Research Education Institute bird banding station
Andy Rice partnered with David Russell to create the documentary
County coroner applies anthropological concepts in forensic science
Lisa K. Manniz, coroner in Butler County, Ohio, presented a cold case to the Miami community.
Professor Heeyoung Tai Honored as 2025 CAS Distinguished Educator
Tai is credited for inspiring students to find their ‘why’
MJF Speaker Series welcomes advertising executive Cliff Schwandner
Miami University students had the opportunity to hear from advertising leader, Cliff Schwandner, a former senior executive with Leo Burnett in Chicago and the former president of Orchard Digital Ma...
Community, state officials celebrate 'future ready' Chestnut Street Station
BCRTA’s first major infrastructure project in nearly 30 years provides opportunity and connection
Rodney Coates’ impact felt inside and outside the classroom at Miami
Professor of Global and Intercultural Studies enjoys paying it forward to next generation as a way of paying it back to those who invested in him
Debating the presidency: Janus Forum speakers examine executive power
The event brought together leading experts and students to explore how the balance of power among the branches of government shapes American democracy in today’s climate.
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in October
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
From cars to cats, CEO alums discuss changing role of technology in business
Two Miami alumnae, CEOs of major companies, talk tech and work at Farmer School of Business
Data Analytics student combines Alzheimer's research with Barcelona study abroad
Finnbar Cooney combined undergraduate research with cultural immersion during his semester abroad
'These cultural exchanges remind us that no matter where we come from, we all have stories, traditions, and values worth sharing'
Submit your photo for the ‘Falling for Miami’ photo contest by Oct. 25
Don’t miss out on the chance to win one of the special Miami-themed prize packages: Submit your photo by 11:59 p.m. Saturday
Miami University’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition winners for 2025-2026
Meet the winners at the Graduate Research Forum Nov. 7
Funding for the former Humanities Center announced during annual State of the University address
Undergraduate Summer Scholar gains independence and leadership skills through research opportunities
‘Because of Miami, I was able to exceed my expectations beyond anything I could ever imagine," Patrick Lakeberg said
True growth comes from not settling for something safe
Latest Janus Forum offering explores presidential power on Oct. 15
Pulitzer prize-winning journalist, former U.S. Representative will speak at Armstrong Student Center
Overseas and engaged: Miami University student facilitated 2024 voter education
Anna Newlin approached embassy officials to understand how Americans vote while studying abroad
Miami biologists share knowledge during first Adaptive Nature Walk on Wheels
Event introduced ‘the fun of learning about nature and biology to the disability community while also introducing the disability community to my science colleagues,’ organizer said
‘Falling for Miami’ photo contest continues through Oct. 25
Photo contest is open to the entire Miami community; winner receives $450 Miami-themed prize package
Anne E. Davenport Natural Areas Support Fund established with $100,000 endowment
The Natural Areas are ‘part of the extracurricular ambiance that makes Miami so different and so special,’ said donor Anne Davenport ’78, MBA ’83
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in September
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
The Miami Student earns journalism honors
Newspaper named Best Student Publication in College/University category
Learning from a 20-year Air Force career on people-first leadership
Justice Jennifer Brunner speaks on democracy and law
‘Democracy must be balanced by rule of law. Without the rule of law, you can be at risk of things tipping over.’
Accolades and Achievements
Become part of something bigger
It’s never too late to find your people, get involved, and try something new
Miami University’s Honors College teams up with Project Dragonfly for first time
Zeb Baker, inaugural dean for the Honors College, calls it 'a partnership that we intend to grow and build for years to come’
Showcase your ‘Falling for Miami’ moments in fall photo contest
Photo contest — open to the entire Miami community — kicks off during Miami’s Homecoming Weekend and runs through Oct. 25
Miami Student journalist swaps political coverage for travel column abroad
Raquel Hirsch documented her study abroad experience with a series of opinion pieces
Miami University's Humanities Center highlighted through the Altman Program
Program will host numerous speakers throughout the academic year, including former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
Sustainability analyst encourages ‘bill that matters to everyone’
Policy analyst Becky Schewe spoke at the 18th Annual Willeke Lecture in collaboration with the Miami University Institute for the Environment and Sustainability
University appears in several categories, including top 10 public school in 5 national lists; Middletown, Hamilton among top Midwest public regional colleges
Miami students get inside look at Stryker mobile lab
The 60-foot-long trailer was stationed outside Clinical Health Sciences and Wellness Facility
‘I love Miami, and I will forever be grateful for my undergraduate experience here’
Real talk about the moments that matter most
Meet the new host of Major Insight!
Triple-major Amber Kimmel tests whether Japan could be home and career base
A semester abroad helped Amber Kimmel determine the feasibility of building a hospitality career in Japan long-term
Miami University Citizenship and Democracy Week events, Sept. 15-22
The 10th annual series of events commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787
The Oct 3-4 event will feature influential global leaders presenting inspiring keynotes and leading interactive workshops
Wil Haygood ’76 to offer insight into Thurgood Marshall for PBS documentary
Boadway Distinguished Scholar-in-Residence wrote acclaimed biography on first Black Supreme Court justice
‘Because of Miami, I've been able to find myself,’ said Lily Sawyer '27
The senior Journalism and Political Science major begins launching new episodes this fall
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in August
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Sounds of college life with Stage Left
Visit a magical place on campus where students run the show
10 new things Miami University students will see in the 2025-2026 academic year
New dining concepts, a Rec Center satellite, 100 textbooks on reserve, and more
Ellen Yezierski awarded highest recognition for a researcher in her field
Miami University professor honored with ACS Award for Achievement in Research for the Teaching and Learning of Chemistry
Power, politics, and poinsettias
Lessons learned from Joel Robert Poinsett’s life during America’s infancy
Long-term aquatic research at Miami takes a team — and real-time data monitoring buoys
Watch the deployment of a new data monitoring buoy and learn about Miami research at Acton Lake in a video by NexSens Technology
Miami welcomes incoming class of Presidential Fellows
30 exceptional students hail from hometowns in 12 states and three countries
What I wish I knew: Advice for my first-year self
College students share the honest advice, unexpected lessons, and opportunities for personal growth they wish they’d known from day one
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Mia Hankenson ’25: ‘The energy, the people, and the cultural richness created an atmosphere unlike anything I’ve ever been a part of’
Research by undergraduate student addresses Chicago beach accessibility for people with disabilities
Better year-round planning could make Chicago beaches more accessible to people with limited mobility
FSB/CAS student seizes opportunities to take her art to new frontiers
Lucy Zimmer turned disappointment into opportunity by attending a women in entrepreneurship conference this summer
Miami University student Amberly Szczerbiak: a Q-and-A with Ohio Fairs’ Queen
‘This has truly been the experience of a lifetime,’ the rising sophomore said
Dominik Konkolewicz honored with national award for the teaching of chemistry
Konkolewicz, Elizabeth Sterner, and Philip Costanzo, co-founders of MACRO, recognized with the 2025 James Flack Norris Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Teaching of Chemistry
Intervention program improves quality of life for people with dementia
IPPI program, developed in part by Scripps Gerontology Center researchers, trains nursing home staff to deliver brief, preference-based interactions to reduce emotional distress for residents livin...
How research develops and grows into meaningful impact
Students from all across CAS showcase their innovative and creative independent projects
CAS students showed up in force at the annual Undergraduate Research Forum, presenting on a wide variety of topics.
Leading with Quantum Technology
Miami University is advancing education in this transformative field
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in June
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Undergraduate research links weight discrimination to mental health issues among LGB individuals
Research shows a need for improved mental healthcare approaches for weight-stigmatized LGB individuals
In Memoriam: Professor Anne Morris-Hooke
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Morris-Hooke, a beloved professor emerita of the Department of Microbiology.
Undergraduate researcher uncovers patterns in children’s literature
Student explores how middle grade fiction helps readers navigate the world around them
A polar bear and other creatures not commonly exhibited are being incorporated into existing collections
New Miami University podcast explores the future of higher education
From quantum computing to mental health, “In Such a Place” covers the biggest questions in education, innovation, and social transformation
Six Miamians receive Fulbright grants
Another Miami student selected for Fulbright UK Summer Institutes
From first year to finish line: Reflections from graduating superstars
Sad to leave college, but excited for a bright future
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Miami student taking quantum computing by storm, helping university to lead in cutting-edge field
Newt research could revolutionize treatment for children’s eye diseases
Two Miami seniors earn 2025 Astronaut Scholarships
Grace Koo, Emily Wang are both part of university’s Honors College
Allen McConnell receives Benjamin Harrison Medallion
University Distinguished Professor of Psychology honored with career faculty award
The LEADS Institute’s CareerTrek programs offer alumni networking, city and company tours, and more.
“I'd love to experience college all over again. And I wouldn't go back and change a thing.”
Menne, Kinney awarded funds from Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation
Heather Menne, Scripps Fellow and associate professor of Sociology and Gerontology, and Jennifer Kinney, in the Scripps Gerontology Center, received $19,797 from Oak Park-River Forest Comm...
Bulanda receives funds from Stevens Institute
Jennifer Bulanda, associate professor of Sociology and Gerontology, received $53,564 from Khalifa University, pass-through funds from the Stevens Initiative at the Aspen Institute, for a project en...
Hay-Rollins receives funds for project
Cameron Hay-Rollins, chair and professor of Anthropology, received $57,794 from the Northwest Arthritis and Osteoporosis Institute, pass-through funds from Bristol-Myers Squibb, for a project entit...
Miamians awarded funds from Ohio Department of Higher Education
Chun Liang, professor of Biology, Jessica Sparks, chair and professor of Chemical, Paper, and Biomedical Engineering, Jennifer Blue, associate dean of the College of Arts and Scie...
Paper co-authored by trio of Miamians recognized by WSSA
A paper co-authored by Marco Donoso ‘MS 22, David Gorchov, professor of Biology, and Hanna Leonard ‘22, was recognized by the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) as the 2024 ...
Associated Student Government announces 2025 Outstanding Professor Award, top 10 nominees
Beth Miller, associate professor of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health, received the 2025 award
Announcing the CAS Dean’s Scholars for the 2025-2026 academic year
These 25 students have received expense stipends to work with faculty mentors on independent studies.
Sofia Rebull, 2025 Ken and Joan Frankel Outstanding Premedical Student of the Year Award
Undergraduate researcher in the Department of Biology Co-president for the Minority Association of Premedical Students Selected as a “Choose Development!” Fellow by the Society...
Agrawal newest student member of Miami’s Board of Trustees
Appointment begins in May and continues until 2027
Miamians become national champions in club sports
About 1,500 Miami students participate in club sports annually
Art and wellness at Miami University - Spring 2025
New Therapeutic Art Program for Miami students
Faculty and Staff News Spring 2025
A hearty congratulations to all our CAS faculty who helped us sweep the annual University Awards Ceremony on March 18. They are: Benjamin Harrison Medallion: Allen McCo...
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in April
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
CAS students engage in global branding and storytelling experiences in Ireland
MJF assistant professor Phillip Arceneaux led his Strategic Communication class on the immersive, career-focused tour.
An experienced corporate executive, Mowry is currently the owner and CEO of GoreCreek Advisors.
Arceneaux, Farrell, and Jonnalagadda receive Junior Faculty Scholar Awards
They were honored in recognition of great potential in research
Miami University acquires new third-generation DNA sequencing technology, first in Midwest
Revolutionary system will accelerate research timelines
Coates, Pradanos-Garcia, and Wang receive University Faculty Scholar Awards
The Faculty Scholars were honored in recognition of sustained excellence in research
CAS Means Careers helps give students tools to succeed after graduation
Initiative highlights successful alumni, embeds career planning in curriculum
22 TCPL faculty promoted to teaching, clinical professors, and associate lecturers
They join 40 tenure-track faculty and six librarians whose promotion and/or tenure were approved earlier this spring
Social work student goes global by embracing all the moments that matter
'She will undoubtedly inspire change wherever she goes.'
Darrell West Lecture: Two Miami alumnae bring bipartisan perspective to campus
Butler County Auditor Nancy Nix (MBA ‘12) and Butler County Democratic Party chair Kathy Wyenandt ‘97 gave tips about running for public office.
Bachelor Hall renovations on target to bring a new Humanities Hub to campus
Classes are scheduled to begin in fall 2026 within exciting, collaborative spaces.
Miami students win regional SPJ Mark of Excellence awards
The Miami Student earns honor for Best All-Around Student Newspaper
Miami earns spots on U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools ranking lists
University named in Best Education Schools, Part-time MBA Program, Speech Language Pathology categories
Breakthrough research unlocks the secrets of lake ecosystems, cell proteins, and tissue regeneration
Three large national science grants at CAS have totaled over $820,000 since January.
Distalmotion CEO Greg Roche ’95 returns to Miami to kick off #CASMeansCareers campaign
By developing strong relationships and networks and instilling a positive mindset, Roche overcame adversities and became a beaming success story.
Miami names inaugural director of Center for Civics, Culture, and Society
Flagg Taylor led Skidmore College’s Periclean Honors Forum for eight years
Elizabeth Wardle named University Distinguished Professor
'Wardle’s teaching transcends traditional boundaries, influencing not only her direct students but also countless educators, administrators, and institutions nationwide'
Dominik Konkolewicz named University Distinguished Professor
Konkolewicz’s efforts to combine his teaching, service, and scholarship 'serve as a model for Miami University faculty'
Dominik Konkolewicz and Elizabeth Wardle named University Distinguished Professors
Dedicated teacher-scholars and leaders in their fields, Dominik Konkolewicz and Elizabeth Wardle are honored for their contribution to the life and mission of Miami University
Addiction, the brain, and how we can change
Exploring substance abuse disorders and therapies through neurobiology
Karine Jean-Pierre and Marc Short headline the spring 2025 Janus Forum on April 8
“Trump’s (Second) First 100 Days: Is This the New Normal?”
‘Silvoor Stories’ by Amanda Bentley Brymer, curator, Silvoor Biological Sanctuary
Bentley Brymer continues the tradition of Robert A. Hefner’s column “Silvoor Notes” that covered the restoration of the biological sanctuary
Three Miami students earn Goldwater Scholarships
Ethan Belak, Caden McCollum, and Emily Wang among 441 nationwide to receive honor
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Writer and activist empowers students to practice everyday democracy
Adrienne Maree Brown spoke about fostering connections, embracing authenticity, and engaging in grassroots efforts to strengthen democracy.
Bill Renwick loves the work, donates his paychecks back to the Union County, Indiana, school district
For last decade, Miami alumna’s high school students get inside look at Miami
Judy Brown ’82, a longtime collaborator with several faculty members, brings students to university classrooms for the day
MJF hosting its annual Distinguished Alumni Days on April 7 and 8
Career Panel open to all at 4:30 p.m. on April 7
RedHawk50 class of 2024 introduced, celebrated at Cincinnati's Music Hall
The top 50 private companies founded or led by Miamians were announced Friday.
Archives and Artifacts offers Miami students opportunity to explore London’s research resources
Participants in the History program studied at British Library, Wimbledon, and more
Art Museum receives America 250-Ohio Grant Funds for Culture Crops Photography Project
The Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM) at Miami University, is pleased to announce its successful in obtaining a $12,500 ‘Buckeye’ grant from the America 250 - Ohio Com...
Miami University GIS students shed light on history, support Ohio communities
The Ohio Capital Journal highlights Robbyn Abbitt’s students’ work on the first comprehensive map of land in Ohio stolen from the Randolph Freedpeople
Award-winning investigative journalist inspires students to explore new forms of journalism
Pulitzer Prize and Peabody Award winner Connie Walker spoke about her experiences covering Indigenous communities in Canada
Miami grad builds business franchise into one of highest grossing locations in the nation
Brandi Brewer credits Miami University as an important partner in her professional success
The college journey is just as valuable as the destination after graduation
Embracing authenticity helped Cyle Ginsberg ‘25 find his path, purpose, and himself along the way
Sounds of college life with The Audubon Society
Awaken to the wonderful world around you!
Promotion and tenure granted to 46
Miami University's board of trustees approved the promotion and/or tenure of 39 faculty members and six librarians at its Feb. 28 meeting . An additional faculty member was conferred tenure a...
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in February
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Miami University’s 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition winners
Ten finalists competed in the Graduate School’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition Feb. 24
Leanne Clark-Shirley '04 awarded the 2024 Cottrell Distinguished Alumni Award
Among those dedicated to understanding and improving the lives of older adults, Leanne Clark-Shirley stands out as an exemplary leader.
Distalmotion CEO Greg Roche ‘95 to share his career path with students
“From Science to Business - All Roads Are Not the Same” scheduled for Thursday, Feb 27
Your journey through college is just as important as your destination after graduation
Student builds AI image recognition model for final project
Siddhant Karki applied what he was learning in class and followed the blueprint of an academic paper to create and train a vision transformer
Hay-Rollins receives funds for project
Cameron Hay-Rollins, chair and professor of Anthropology, received $64,287 from the One Ohio Recovery Foundation for a project entitled "R-silience in Region 14: Expanding Access to A Free Recovery...
Public Religion Research Institutes, Mellon Foundation award funds to Whitesell project
Anne Whitesell, assistant professor of Political Science, received $9,317 from the Public Religion Research Institutes, pass-through funds from the Mellon Foundation, for a project entitled "Policy...
Miami faculty members receive funds from National Science Foundation
Lesley Knoll, assistant professor of Biology, and Jing Zhang and Thomas Fisher, professors of Statistics, received $257,112 from the National Science Foundation for a project entitled "Collaborativ...
Miami receives funds from Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Cricket Meehan, director; Debora Robison, director of outreach collaboration; Kenyetta Lee, associate director of training; and Glenna Edwards, project administrator of the School-Based C...
Rusinek receives funds from UNLV, Department of Energy
Cory Rusinek, assistant professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, received $94,787 from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Energy, for a project enti...
Nicely joins board of directors for The Health Collaborative
Stephanie Nicely, chair and associate professor of Nursing, is one of seven new members of the board of directors for The Health Collaborative partners. The group convenes and advances the region&a...
Bechtel didn’t let financial anxiety slow him down
Hunter Bechtel attends Miami University Regionals tuition free thanks to grants, public funding