Mullenix to step down as provost and return to teaching
After 19 years as an administrator, Mullenix returns to roots in College of Creative Arts
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EHS alumna brings healthy options and community spirit to Hamilton
Samantha Casey '16 is making an impact in Hamilton with Healthy Hideout, a smoothie and coffee shop dedicated to providing nutritious, full-meal drinks while fostering a strong sense of community. ...
College of Education, Health, and Society
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Stress Less Week Encourages Miami Students to Pause, Recharge, and Prioritize Well-Being
Miami University’s Suicide Prevention Team, Student Counseling Service and Office of Student Wellness will host Stress Less Week from April 7-11, 2025. The weeklong campaign focuses on suicid...
Student Organizations Can Now Apply for Red Zone Programming Grants
A new programming grant from the Armstrong Student Center aims to bring more awareness, student-led programming, and traffic to the space.
Miami’s new Quantum Computing degree approved by Ohio Department of Higher Education
Innovative major set to launch in August
Elisa Abes selected as a panelist for Hillel Campus Climate Initiative
Elisa S. Abes, professor and graduate studies director for Miami University’s Student Affairs in Higher Education program, has been selected as a panelist for the Hillel Campus Climate In...
From classroom to author: How Miami University Regionals shaped Johnson’s journey
A passion for true crime and writing leads a 2024 Miami alum to publish "Heartache West of Memphis"
Music student Cole Kubesch named 2024-25 Presser Scholar
Miami University music student Cole Kubesch has been named the 2024-25 Presser Scholar, a prestigious award recognizing outstanding musical and academic achievement. Selected through a nomination p...
Rising graduate student takes on mental performance coaching with FC Cincinnati
Addy Lancaster pursues a future in Sports Psychology as the first SLAM intern to join the professional soccer club
Rob Abowitz Named Director of Residence Life
Abowitz has been with Miami for 27 years and has served as director of residence life in an interim role for the past eight months.
RedHawk50 class of 2024 introduced, celebrated at Cincinnati's Music Hall
The top 50 private companies founded or led by Miamians were announced Friday.
Making AI understandable and accessible for students
Liran Ma is building hands-on learning modules to expand students’ comfort level with using AI
Miami Student Crowned 2025 Ohio Fairs’ Queen, Championing Agriculture and Community
Miami University student, Amberly Szczerbiak, was crowned the 2025 Ohio Fairs’ Queen, earning the "Queen of All County Fairs” title in January. A passionate advocate f...
EHS to host edupreneurship scrimmage exploring teacher recruitment solutions
The College of Education, Health, and Society is launching a new event focused on "edupreneurship"—entrepreneurship in education—offering students a chance to apply innovative t...
Reconnect and celebrate: Family science and social work alumni event
Join fellow Miami University alumni and friends for Impact and Inspire: Miami Family Science and Social Work on Tuesday, April 22, from 4–6 p.m. at Miami’s Voice of America Lear...
Miami Ph.D. candidate Tahreem Fatima honored for research on education and social justice
Tahreem Fatima, a Ph.D. candidate in Educational Leadership at Miami University, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Graduate Student Award from the Critical Issues in Curriculum and Cultural ...
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Miami’s Howard seeks to educate, spread awareness through Go Red for Women
American Heart Association campaign runs through April 10
‘Between Love and Obsession: A Season’s Final Notes’
Miami University Symphony Orchestra concert April 26 will feature the work of Gabe Hardman, winner of the Miami University Composition Competition.
IT work to take place over Spring Break 2025
IT Services will perform maintenance and implement changes in the computing environment between Saturday, March 22, and Saturday, March 29.
DHL Supply Chain execs discuss benefits of customer-centric culture
Farmer School alums spoke to students as part of Supply Chain Speaker Series
‘We are thrilled:’ Miami student leaders first for Constructive Dialogue certification
Program expected to be offered around the country after inaugural effort at Miami
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
Social Innovation Weekend 2025 takes on issue of loneliness and isolation
Students spend weekend seeking solutions to aspects of societal issue
Urgent information about some Miami accounts
Technicians are investigating an issue in the Miami identity system -- but there is a workaround!
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...
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Miami University and Constructive Dialogue Institute launch Dialogue Facilitation initiative
CDI held its inaugural Student Leader Dialogue Facilitation Certification program at Miami
Keep on recycling: Miami is one of 140 schools competing in the 8-week Campus Race to Zero Waste
Part of the competition: Miami's GameDay Basketball on Feb. 11 diverted 68% of waste from the landfill
Miami centralizes HR functions
Brent Shock to serve as interim Chief Human Resources Officer
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DMARC email security protocol to change in July
As you are probably aware, for the past year plus, IT Services has been using a compliance rule in Google that tags the subject line of incoming emails sent from a MiamiOH.edu email address that fa...
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
FSB professor emeritus receives William G. Hunter award in statistics
Retired Information Systems and Analytics professor worked to spread statistical quality control
Miami faculty and students to present esports performance research at Midwest symposium
A team of Miami University sport psychology researchers, led by Visiting Assistant Professor Jordan Goffena, will present their findings on mental performance in esports at the 2025 Midwest Sport a...
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
Oxford-Miami Community Toastmasters Club helps Miamians build public speaking, leadership skills
Miami’s Human Resources recently approved Toastmasters Pathways program for Job Enrichment Program credit
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CCA alum Bo Bridges partners with Cosm to present ocean experience in Shared Reality
"Big Wave: No Room for Error," is an immersive 60-minute oceanic experience premiering on March 15, 2025. This Cosm Studios Original captures surfers confronting some of the world's most formidable...
Featured Student: Reilly Powers
Miami senior Reilly Powers has been elected NAEA Preservice Division Director-Elect for the National Arts Education Association (NAEA), making history as the first Miami student to serve in this ro...
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
Miami University’s Master of Athletic Training Program Earns Initial CAATE Accreditation
Miami University’s Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program has been granted five years of initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), re...
Miami U. PitchFix helps prepare future entrepreneurs through feedback, guidance
What's a pitch competition without winners? PitchFix works to help everyone make their ideas better
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
Miami University’s synchronized skating teams delivered outstanding performances at the 2025 U.S. Synchronized Skating Championship in Colorado Springs, with the Collegiate team earning g...
Faculty present on literacy realignment at Ohio Deans Compact Conference
Miami University faculty Sarah Watt and Michelle Cosmah shared insights on literacy realignment at the Ohio Deans Compact Conference in later February. Their session, A Tale of Two Curricula: Six-M...
EHS faculty earn tenure and promotions
Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society recognizes faculty members who have been granted tenure and promotions for their contributions to teaching, research, and service.
Sounds of college life with The Audubon Society
Awaken to the wonderful world around you!
Meet the 2025 Project Dragonfly Alumni Leaders
These alumni leaders were chosen to help motivate, engage, and lead learning for current Project Dragonfly students in the 2024-25 academic year.
Rick McVey '81 talks fintech, risk, data science, and golf in Executive Speaker Series
Farmer School alum's company was on leading edge of fintech before fintech had a name
Promotion and tenure granted to 45
Miami University's board of trustees approved the promotion and/or tenure of 39 faculty members and six librarians at its Feb. 28 meeting
Miami University shines at TechOlympics 2025: AI security, DevOps, and industry connections
Miami University made a powerful impact at TechOlympics 2025, showcasing its leadership in AI security, DevOps, and technology education through faculty-led sessions and student-driven innovation
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RedHawks look to build momentum with final home games on March 7-8
Complimentary tickets available for both men’s and women’s basketball games
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Honors College ‘moving in the right direction’ with inaugural dean
Zeb Baker has worked with honors education at Miami since 2013
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in February
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Designing Better Assignments: Faculty & Writing Consultants Collaborate in Workshop Series
In February Howe Writing Across the Curriculum partnered with Howe Writing Center consultants to present a workshop series on Assignment Design, focusing on clarity, audience, and accessibility. Le...
Memory of Army soldier motivates students who want to serve others
Olivas Valor Award provides support to Criminal Justice majors and honors fallen corporal
Upcoming: Google Drive files shared with you by former Miami employees
Here are some things you will need to remember as we move into the new era of storage management at Miami.
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
Graduate student’s research delves into the effects of inactivity on heart health
As we celebrate American Heart Month, learn more about a graduate student’s passion for physiology, research on overall health, and how Miami has prepared him for a successful career
Love.Honor.Care raises more than $20,000 for Ride Cincinnati
View the 2025 Exposure story from the annual initiative
Noltemeyer to join International Women’s Day panel on leadership
Amity Noltemeyer, dean of Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society, will be a featured panelist for Elevating Women’s Leadership: Global Perspectives, Local ...
Faculty trio working to plant seeds for business students' character growth
A $50,000 grant is being used to see how the Farmer School can help students build character, idenfity their virtues, and flourish as people.
Legacy of Western jerseys on display at College Football Hall of Fame
RedHawks wore the blue, white, and red uniforms to honor Western College
Farmer School VCIC team wins Regional competition for ninth time
Miami teams have won their region every year the competition has been held
Miami Choral Collective Invites Campus and Community to Connect in Song
The Miami Choral Collective, a new collaboration between the Miami University Department of Music and the Miami University Performing Arts Series, is set to hold its first spring rehearsal on Wedne...
Bhunia coauthors paper in IET Information Security
Assistant professor of Computer Science and Software Engineering Suman Bhunia, along with coauthors Matthew Blackert, Andrew DePero, Henry Deal, and Amar Nath Patra, has ...
New Constructive Dialogue Initiative being expanded across campus
Faculty Learning Community and Staff Leadership Cohort committees determining how to best embed the program in curricular and cocurricular ways
CCA student Micah Ballard wins 2024 Dolphy Prize for Composition
College of Creative Arts student Micah Ballard has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Dolphy Prize for his composition Forest Fantasie, a dynamic and immersive piece that explores the beauty of natu...
Miami school psychology students present research at national convention
Miami University school psychology graduate students Lisa Roessner and P.J. McCallister presented their research last week at the 2025 National Association of School Psychologists Annual Convention...
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FSB student wins spot in Launch It: Cincy program
Farmer School students have been Main Street Ventures competition finalists three of the past four years
Mayyas leads cutting-edge engineering technology partnership at Miami University Regionals
The Hub is a “beacon for innovation, collaboration, and education”
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.
How Mason Williams ’23 is redefining automation — one startup at a time
After graduating from Miami University with a degree in Computer Science and a minor in Entrepreneurship, he's now the founder of Fathom AI
TEACh Cincinnati honored at AACTE national conference
Miami University’s TEACh Cincinnati program was recognized on a national stage as it received the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Increasing Educator Divers...
Miami faculty awarded grant for Head Start needs assessment
Faculty from Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society have received a $15,712 award from the Butler County Educational Service Center to assess the needs of Butler Cou...
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Miami students earn top finishes at national sports analytics championship
Three Miami University students earned top placements at the 2025 National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship, held Feb. 18-19 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Gus Weyand placed ...
Social Innovation Weekend receives USASBE co-curricular events award
Award is one of two Miami University received from the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Miami alumni and faculty connect to advance the future of nutrition
Miami University alumni, faculty, and friends gathered on Feb. 12 at Clovernook Country Club for Empower the Future of Miami Nutrition, an event hosted by Mary Pat Turon-Findley ’83. The ...
Miami University honors faculty and staff at Years of Service Recognition Ceremony
Miami University celebrated the dedication of its faculty and staff during the 15-25-30 Years of Service Recognition Ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m. at ASC Pavilion. The event recognized th...
Miami’s Augustus Weyand reaches Final Four in national sports analytics competition
Miami University’s Sport Analytics teams, led by Ryan Chen, Ph.D., delivered outstanding performances at the National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship, held Feb. 18-19 in Nashvill...
Miami University’s second AI Symposium March 10-11
Lilly Leadership Institute and the College of Education, Health, and Society will host additional AI-themed conferences in April
Miami University Symphony Orchestra Presents “Miami’s Got Talent”
The Miami University Symphony Orchestra (MUSO), under the baton of Maestro Ricardo Averbach, proudly presents its spring concert, Miami’s Got Talent. This extraordinary program celebrates the...
SLAM graduate student Keaden Morisaki advances to Three Minute Thesis finals
Keaden Morisaki, a graduate student in Miami University’s Department of Sport Leadership and Management (SLAM), has been named a finalist in the 2025 Dr. Gerald H. Sanders Three Minute Th...
Security Awareness: The Latest Scams of 2025
Today, we'll dive into the most recent ways scammers try and reach out to you so you know what to look out for and how to avoid getting phished.
Focus. Relax. Repeat. Miami’s Growing Network of Wellness Spaces
Have you ever needed a quiet place to relax or study? Or just need to get away from the hustle and bustle of campus for a few minutes? Miami University has several wellness and sensory rooms design...
CEC faculty members to present at conference
College of Engineering and Computing faculty members Suman Bhunia, Garrett Goodman, and Peter Jamieson's work on Large Language Model (LLM) based Generative AI tools for Computer Science education ...
Wellness at the root of Naaborle Sackeyfio’s faculty fellowship
Inclusive Excellence Faculty Fellows program is joint effort between Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence and Provost’s Office
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
Katie Dunn named finalist for 2025 Truman Scholarship
Katie Dunn, a junior social work major at Miami University, has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2025 Harry S. Truman Scholarship. A Presidential Fellow and Honors College student from Ill...
Center for L.I.F.E. wins USASBE Emerging Model Program Award
Award is second consecutive given to Farmer School program
Miami professor discusses democracy, consensus on ‘Thinking in the Midst’ podcast
Kathleen Knight-Abowitz, professor of educational leadership at Miami University, was a featured guest on the Thinking in the Midst podcast, discussing the complexities of consensus, legitimacy, an...
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Pair of Farmer School accountancy alumni receive Love and Honor awards
Templeman, Pistell among dozen to receive awards.
Bridging education and industry: a Q-and-A with Director of Industry Relations Jenni Szolwinski
In her new role at the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC), Szolwinski brings fresh ideas to cultivate relationships with industry partners
Email phishing message asking for student research assistants
The information security team has received numerous reports about a new (old!) scam email trying to recruit student research assistants. There are several, similar versions of the message being sen...
Love.Honor.Care returns to Millett Hall on Feb. 21-22
Complimentary tickets available for the basketball games benefiting cancer research
FSB Careers Commons created to further enhance student outcomes
An old space has new purpose as Farmer School of Business Career Development expands reach
Miami doctoral student named 2025 Clark Scholar
Diana Kajasiche, a doctoral student in Miami University’s Department of Educational Leadership, has been selected as a scholar for the 2025 David L. Clark National Graduate Research Semin...
Miami alum and emeriti faculty serves on Batchelder Award committee
Brenda Dales, a Miami University alumna and emeriti faculty member, played a key role in selecting the winner of the 2025 Mildred L. Batchelder Award, an honor recognizing outstanding translated ch...
Miami University’s Discovery Center receives grant for Project AWARE evaluation
Sarah Woodruff, Ph.D., director of Miami University’s Discovery Center for Evaluation, Research, and Professional Learning, has received $106,639 in funding as part of a $1.28 million awa...
New AI chatbot helps FSB students get quick answers to advising questions
Helping students get answers to often-asked questions is one of the goals.
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Winners announced in the 2025 Miami University Young Painters Competition for the $10,000 Yeck Award
Brach Tiller’s winning painting will become part of the Miami University 21st Century Painting Collection
FIRSTⓇ Tech Challenge Robotics Tournament returns to Miami University Feb. 15
2025 marks the third year Miami University’s College of Engineering and Computing has hosted the regional tournament
Project Dragonfly has won the MAGS 2025 Excellence in Innovation in Graduate Education Award
OXFORD, Ohio – Miami University’s Project Dragonfly has won the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) 2025 Excellence in Innovation in Graduate Education Award.
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The institute, based in the Myaamia Center, supports Indigenous communities interested in using archival documentation to revitalize their languages
Returning to school without taking out loans
Student Liz Swem switches from Business to English Studies and unlocks her passion for helping others
Bechtel didn’t let financial anxiety slow him down
Hunter Bechtel attends Miami University Regionals tuition free thanks to grants, public funding
Veteran utilizes Miami Regionals tuition assistance and saves GI Bill for grad school
Participating in Work+ as an undergrad means Navy vet Alberto Garay can use military benefits later
Managing school expenses with volunteer work is possible with Service+
Morgan Hedges finds time for rewarding volunteer hours while earning funds for tuition, daily budget
A high-quality, low-cost college education is possible
Miami University Regionals offers multiple opportunities to earn a degree without draining your bank account
Their instincts and training took over as they performed CPR on the unconscious man
One Miami Weekend brings nearly 8,000 fans to Millett Hall
Basketball teams both claim victory; watch video recap and view the Exposure story from the festivities
The dates have been finalized for ShredFest 2025, so make sure you have them in your calendar. ShredFest is your opportunity to bring confidential office and personal documents for secure, on-site ...
See Momentum: A Dance and Movement Concert
All showings will be in Gates-Abegglen Theatre
Farmer School ISA professor weighs in on DeepSeek AI
New artificial intelligence model could have big implications on what we know about AI and how to create and train one
'Recycling with the RedHawks’ men’s basketball vs. Toledo Feb. 11 part of Campus Race to Zero Waste
Giveaways, games, $11 special ticket price; volunteer to help with the post-game waste audit
Miami student takes top prize at 2025 National Collegiate Sports Sales Competition
Victory highlights the power of teamwork and preparation in the highly competitive sports sales industry
Yue co-authored paper on semiconductor research published in Advanced Science
Yanan Yue, associate professor of the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, is co-author of a paper in Advanced Science (IF: 14.3) in January 2025. The paper entitled &am...
See William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream April 30-May 4
Miami University Theatre invites audiences to experience William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Lewis Magruder. This production runs from April 30- May 4 in Gates-Ab...
Judy Alston to deliver keynote at Penn State’s inaugural lecture series
Judy Alston, professor and department chair of educational leadership at Miami University, will deliver the first lecture and participate in a fireside chat at The Pennsylvania State University&...
Myaamia Center receives $2.1 million from Mellon Foundation
The Myaamia Center has been awarded a $2,100,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to expand the work of its National Breath of Life Archival Institute for Indigenous Languages.
A tribute to Dr. Martha Castañeda: A legacy of excellence, equity, and kindness
Castañeda was a committed teacher and internationally recognized scholar who leaves behind an extraordinary legacy in the field of language education
GFP graduate, Stephanie Hull, named Fulbright semifinalist
Global Field Program (GFP) graduate Stephanie Hull ‘24 was named a Fulbright U.S. Student Program semifinalist for 2025-2026.
Miami students and staff share TEACh Cincinnati experience in The Miami Student
Miami University students and staff involved in the TEACh Cincinnati program were recently featured in The Miami Student, sharing their experiences in the initiative that helps students from divers...
Adam Beissel provides insight on Miami’s arena site selection process
As Miami University narrows its options for a new multipurpose arena, Adam Beissel, associate professor of sport leadership and management, offers expertise on the potential impact of the two propo...
Current IT Services Student Employment Opportunities
Did you know that IT Services currently has 5 open positions for student employees? All of these are currently posted in Workday. The open positions are: User Experience Intern - Student Associate...
Miami welcomes first assistant vice president for online learning and professional education
Blake Faulkner was inspired by teachers, coaches on way to career in education
‘Significant milestone’ as Powell Industries leadership retreat comes to CEC
Led by CEO Brett Cope ’90, the retreat can serve as a 'model for future engagement with other corporate leadership teams'
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Miami Media Highlights Jan. 20-26
The New York Times, Jan. 26: Pining for a “Gay Bachelor”This article highlights The Bachelor TV franchise on ABC and the author’s desire for a gay version of ...
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EHS students named Fulbright semifinalists for 2025-2026 awards
Two students from Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society (EHS) have been named semifinalists for the prestigious 2025-2026 Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Melinda Ba...
Meet Allison Sommers: Bringing ‘the best of Miami’ through STEM outreach
CEC's new K-12 assistant director wants to show young learners the pathways to STEM careers – a road that runs through Miami University
Helping the helpers: Training programs build confidence and competence in mental health support
Miami University’s Student Counseling Service is committed to helping the helpers.
Fourteen Miami students, alumni named Fulbright semifinalists
Fourteen Miami students and alumni are semifinalists in the 2025-2026 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition. Nine undergraduates, three graduate students, and two alumni have been recommended ...
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Jordan Goffena publishes chapter on self-regulated learning and self-talk in sport
Jordan D. Goffena, visiting assistant professor in the Department of Sport Leadership and Management (SLAM) at Miami University, authored a chapter in the forthcoming book Principles of Self-Talk i...
Constructive Dialogue Initiative helps living-learning community create stronger leaders
The Scholar Leader Community is Miami’s oldest living-learning community
Anedra Million earned two degrees from Miami on way to making history at Mrs. America competition
William “Bill” Farling, a visionary leader in school psychology, was instrumental in founding the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), where he later served as E...
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Miami University alumna Kristen Stoehr, a 2010 graduate with a B.S. in Food and Nutrition and a member of the College of Education, Health and Society (EHS) Advisory Council, has launched Vital Pur...
Margie Conrath wins national championship in ticket sales, Miami team takes home top honors
Margie Conrath, a senior majoring in sport leadership and management (SLAM) at Miami University, achieved a historic victory at the 2025 National Collegiate Sports Sales Competition (NCSSC), held i...
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Sounds of college life @ The Equestrian Center
Hear about a peaceful place on campus where horses help students find solace and serenity
Cincinnati Reds interpreter to provide career insights for Spanish majors and minors
Jorge Merlos, media relations assistant for Cincinnati’s MLB team, visits Miami on Feb. 4.
Miami faculty member co-authors study on innovative teaching strategies for future school counselors
Jenna Alvarez, associate clinical professor in Miami University’s Department of Educational Psychology, collaborated with researchers from Clemson University, Wright State University, and...
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Miami University Marching Band takes center stage during Arizona Bowl
The Miami University Marching Band was front and center during the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl presented by Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop.
Howe Writing Center Consultants Address AI Challenges and Opportunities in recent Praxis publication
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT are reshaping how students approach writing, but they also present challenges for writing centers. At Miami University’s Howe Writing Center, undergraduate co...
Family fun, surging RedHawks highlight One Miami Weekend
Complimentary tickets available for basketball doubleheader, ice hockey
Week of Service and Reflection honors the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Judy Alston’s address on Jan. 29 focuses on courageous leadership
Miami associate professor takes on lead editor role for prestigious art history journal
Jordan Fenton leads Ohio editorial board for African Arts
Miami University to Host Alan Fraser Institute Summer 2025
The event will take place across two sessions: June 29–July 5 and July 6–12
Eight Miami students named Gilman Scholars
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships help fund study abroad experiences.
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TEACh Cincinnati earns national recognition for innovative teacher pipeline model
Miami University’s TEACh Cincinnati receives AACTE’s ‘Promising Practice Award' for bolstering and diversifying the teaching profession
Introducing: The Fates (a new IT team!)
In Greek mythology, the Fates were in charge of the destiny of humans – who you are, what your life has in store. In a similar vein, our new team directs the fate of your Miami account!
As we approach a new semester, we want to make sure you know what your support options are should you ever need them.
CEC student Anderson Grooms M.S. '25 recognized as one of Aviation Week's "20 Twenties"
His graduate thesis research on combined radar and communication signals helped earn him a spot on the prestigious list.
Miami nutrition expert explains the benefits and risks of electrolyte beverages
Bryn Beeder, visiting instructor of nutrition at Miami University, shares her expertise in a recent article for The Conversation. She explains how electrolyte beverages can support hydration and ma...
Miami MBA program earns top 15 national online ranking from U.S. News & World Report
Miami Online also featured in 2025 rankings
Miami University’s Leslie Haxby McNeill Earns Top Advising Honor
Leslie Haxby McNeill, assistant director of student wellness at Miami University, has been honored with the prestigious Tom Goodale Award for Exceptional Advising in Peer Education. Her work with o...
EHS alumni among honorees at Miami University’s 2024 Love and Honor Awards
The 2024 Love and Honor Awards ceremony on Feb. 13 will celebrate exceptional individuals whose generosity, leadership, and service have advanced Miami University’s mission. Among the hon...
Six students complete dietetic internship rotation with Miami Dining Services
Six Miami nutrition/dietetic interns recently completed their dietetic rotations with Miami University’s Dining Services, gaining hands-on experience in dining services, nutrition, and op...
Miami sports business expert shares insights on Bengals' future roster strategy
Adam Beissel, an associate professor of sport leadership and management (SLAM) at Miami University and expert in the business of sports, recently appeared on WCPO 9 News to discuss the Cincinnati B...
A partnership 50-plus years in the making continues, expands
How a $2.5 million NIH grant is supporting CEC research in women’s health
CEC biomedical engineering researcher Justin Saul is leading a project exploring new pathways to support women’s osteological, cardiovascular, and overall health through cell-based constructs
Record attendance, national audience part of Miami’s bowl victory
RedHawks were making 5th straight bowl appearance and 8th in 9 years
Butler County, a hub of innovation and manufacturing for Ohio
With $15 million in funding from the Butler County Board of Commissioners, Miami University will develop the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce and Innovation Hub on the Hamilton campus.
Miami University and Cleveland Clinic announce partnership to advance education in quantum computing
Innovative collaboration will benefit Miami students, Cleveland Innovation District, and position Ohio at the forefront of quantum computing
Katherine Batchelor receives OCTELA’s 2025 Outstanding Educator award
Katherine Batchelor, professor of education at Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society, has been named the 2025 Outstanding English Language Arts Educator by the Ohio...
Top 5 Tech Tips to Take On 2025
As we start a new calendar year and gear up for the Spring 2025 semester, this is the best time to refresh our memories about some important technology to-dos and housekeeping activities before the...
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Paris research trip reconnects Native American tribes with historic painted robes
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign history professor Robert Morrissey and members of the Miami and Peoria Nations traveled to a Paris museum to reconnect the tribes with 300-year-old ceremonia...
WKRC-Local 12 highlights Anthony James’ research on absenteeism solutions
Anthony James, professor and department chair of family science and social work at Miami University, was featured in a two-part segment on WKRC-Local12’s town hall addressing chronic abse...
First-Year Integrated Core students show what they've learned in Client Challenge
“What they showed today is they have the skills and the abilities that will provide value to any business.”
Miami alumni offer expert advice on healthy food choices for the new year
Three distinguished Miami College of Education, Health, and Society alumni—Ainsley Maull Malone ’79, Amanda Rosin Goldman ’95, and Deanne Sachs Brandstetter ’...
Miami students lead a masterclass in mural art for Newport, Kentucky
Students gain real-world experience through a shared artistic vision that beautifies a local community
Weekly Tech Update: Your first update of the Year!
Welcome to the first Weekly Tech Update of the year! Check out what IT has going on for the week.
Becoming who you’re meant to be
Success is often shaped by unexpected opportunities. So embrace change and trust the process.
She is one of 12 members of ASLO recognized for achieving excellence in their contributions to ASLO and the aquatic sciences
Pair of FSB alumna are 2024-25 18 of the Last 9 honorees
Marketing graduates selected for annual honor
Computer science skills guide intern at 1809 Capital
Intersections between computer science and finance drew CEC junior to an internship with a venture capital firm for Miami University's alumni network
SLAM alumni Herald and Price honored among 2024 18 of the Last 9 awardees
Jordan Herald '19 and Holden Price '19, graduates of Miami University's College of Education, Health and Society and the Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) program, have been named to the pres...
How CEC is using RAPIDS funding to strengthen education excellence
Regionally Aligned Priorities in Delivering Skills (RAPIDS) grants have empowered CEC to purchase state-of-the-art equipment for use in learning laboratories.
CEC faculty honored for teaching and research achievements
Dave Hartup and Mark Scott are this academic year's recipients of the Arthur Olson Generational Outstanding Teaching Excellence Award and the Outstanding Faculty Research Award.
Miami alum Sharon Draper's novel becomes Disney movie
Award-winning author and Miami University alum Sharon Draper’s beloved book "Out of My Mind" has made the leap to the screen as a Disney+ movie. The adaptation, which premiered at the 202...
Accountancy professor Eric Marinich passes away at age 49
Marinich joined the FSB faculty in 2013
Miami University graduate travels 4,154 miles to Oxford to walk at commencement
Completing her last semester while living abroad in Belgium, Mallory Getz knew she wanted to make the journey home to Ohio to receive her degree and be recognized at commencement. A Sales Managemen...
‘Unique’ partnership between Miami and the Knolls extends until 2029
Affiliation agreement first signed in 2005 as one of the first of its kind in the country
Lauren Kelley ’25 also leads new short-form documentary series about college life for the Major Insight podcast
Groundbreaking Quantum Computing major approved by Miami University Board of Trustees
Next step is approval by Ohio Department of Higher Education
Miami Physician Associate Studies program earns honor from ORHA
Award given for focus on serving rural communities
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Raval to give talks at five different national and international conferences
Vaishali Raval, professor of Psychology, has been invited to give a talk based on the article at five different national and international conferences, including the 22nd European Conference on Dev...
Massie publishes three scholarly articles in national philosophy publications
Pascal Massie, associate professor of Philosophy, recently published three scholarly articles in national philosophy publications: 2024 “Process and Individuation (on Speculative Realism...
Raval publishes article in American Psychologist
Professor of Psychology Vaishali Raval published the article "Perspectives of researchers engaging in Majority World research to promote diverse and global psychological science" in American Psycho...
Samuel Van Vleet Reflects on Professional Aspirations and Achievements as a PhD Social Gerontology Candidate
Process change: Entity account creation now requires claim code
The IAM team is progressing on process changes for some of our account types.
Primary education student Ava Van Praag earns Gilman Scholarship for study abroad
Ava Van Praag, a primary education and TESOL major in Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society, has been awarded a prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholar...
Candace Taylor and Daniela Inclezan Recognized for Excellence in Service and Inclusive Excellence
The College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) is proud to announce the recipients of two prestigious awards.
Miami University Marching Band to share the spotlight with Snoop Dogg at the Arizona Bowl
Game will be broadcast on The CW Network on Dec. 28
Miami ID Card System Upgrade Planned for Jan. 7
Miami’s ID Card system, CS Gold, will undergo a standard point version upgrade beginning Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. The upgrade will begin at 6:30 a.m. and will last for five hours. Outages a...
Trailblazing Sustainability in Aerospace: Sarah Waechter’s Path from Miami to NASA
Miami University alumna Sarah Waechter '04, now Deputy Project Manager of NASA’s Sustainable Flight Demonstrator Project, shares her journey from Oxford to aerospace leadership.
A perfect environment for growth and change
Gain confidence and overcome imposter syndrome on a journey of self-discovery
Notice: New Email Scam Asking for Student Research Assistants
Please be aware that a new phishing email message is making the rounds asking for student research assistants.
Giancarlo Corti, associate professor, and Muhammad Jahan, associate professor, of the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering were published in the SME Journal of Manufacturing Proce...
‘It’s become a tradition’ for Coates, RedHawks
Professor of Global and Intercultural Studies organizes annual meal to help football team celebrate bowl game
Miami students rejuvenate Over-the-Rhine community center
New kitchenette, redesigned office space help Peaslee Neighborhood Center celebrate its 40th birthday
Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society (EHS) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation to expand its Communities of Practice for Ea...
IT Services announces Winter Break maintenance windows
This year, as always, IT Services will be performing several upgrades and conducting routine maintenance on various systems to ensure they are ready for the return of students in January.
Miami Makes Best Places to Work in IT List for Fourth Straight Year
For the fourth year in a row, Miami University has been chosen as a top place to work in IT. The 2025 rankings for the 31st annual Best Places to Work in IT report from Computerworld are out, and M...
Kimiecik and Dunn recognized for student-athlete well-being research
Carlyn Kimiecik, assistant professor in the Family Science and Social Work Department, and social work student Katharine Dunn presented their literature review findings at the National Association ...
Students at Miami Regionals explore the roots of psychology
Field trip allows students to connect their academic learning with real-world history
Beyond High Street: Liz Niehaus
Farmer School of Business dean Jenny Darroch talks with 1986 finance alum Liz Niehaus about stepping on and off the career ladder, her busy "retirement," and following her father's advice. Listen here
Congratulations to the Fall 2024 Faculty Writing Fellows Cohort
The Howe Center for Writing Excellence and Howe Writing Across the Curriculum (HWAC) program welcome Miami faculty members as new Faculty Writing Fellows alumni.
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Miami University student calls on peers to join relationship app design and sales team
Finance and Entrepreneurship major Andy Robbins is looking to grow his app, currently available on the App Store.
Who deserves public assistance from the government? This age-old question has been revived by policymakers, pundits, and activists following the massive economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. An...
Top Eight Tech Gifts for the 2024 Holiday Season
Looking for last minute gift inspo? We got you covered with our top eight tech gifts for this year!
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Planned change: Miami Directory to be login-only
In service to maintaining a high level of security, we will be placing our web directory (MiamiOH.edu/directory) behind authentication on December 16, 2024.
EHS graduate students earn top honors at Miami University 2024 Graduate Research Forum
Graduate students Tyaira Smith and Jason Abram were among the top honorees at the Miami University 2024 Graduate Research Forum, held on Nov. 1. Tyaira Smith, a fourth-year doctoral student in educ...
Richard Cocks to receive honorary degree during Fall Commencement
Richard Cocks, along with three honorees, will receive the Doctor of Humane Letters honorary degree during the Fall 2024 Commencement at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at Millett Hall in Oxford, ...
Graduate Research Forum 2024: Top presenter awards
Winners of the oral and poster presentations from the 16th annual forum announced
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Winning big: Miami’s SLAM students shine at national sports sales competition
Oliver Stern claimed the No. 1 spot in the Ticket Sales Competition at the National Collegiate Sports Sales Competition Qualification Round. Fellow SLAM students Margie Conrath (No. 28), Luke Daxe ...
Miami University alumna explores virtual reality’s impact on pediatric orthopedic care
Mackenzie Cannon ’19, a Family Science graduate and certified child life specialist, recently published an article in Everything Matters detailing her work with Nationwide Children...
Fulbright scholars, Presidential fellows, Outstanding Seniors, Sigma Delta Pi, and more.
Department Happenings Fall 2024
Exciting and important things have happened and are planned for the upcoming spring.
Saying Goodbye: Emeriti, Retired and Faculty We have Lost
We have news, both glad and sad. Learn of our most recent emerita's major award, the passing of esteemed professors, and related updates.
Fall 2024 Faculty and Staff News and Updates
We have new faculty and staff, with their accomplishments to share — as well as updates about what all of our faculty have been accomplishing.
Recent Books and Chapters from the Department Spanish and Portuguese
Recent publications by Iñaki Prádanos, José Domínguez Búrdalo, and Russell Simonsen.
Find and organize Pending Delete files in your Google Drive
As we reported previously, Miami users have begun to see a “Pending Delete” label in their Google Drive on certain files.
Announcing the Winners of the Fall 2024 HWC Writing Contests
This fall the Howe Writing Center held two overlapping creative writing contests. The first invited writers to submit a travel narrative about an intercultural experience, while the second sought f...
Sommers, Corti receive funding
Andrew Sommers, professor, and Giancarlo Corti, associate professor, of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, received $14,000 from Innovative Scientific Solutions, Inc., pass-through funds fro...
Sidebottom, Miller project receives funds
Mark Sidebottom, associate professor, and Dane Miller, master’s student, in the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, received $23,400 from the Ohio Space Grant Consorti...
Marketing chair Yang awarded funding
Zhiyong Yang, chair and professor of Marketing, received $41,905 from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, pass-through funds from the National Science Foundation, for the project entit...
Bowblis project receives funding
John Bowblis, research fellow with the Scripps Gerontology Center, received $54,221 from Emory University, pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, for a project en...
Charlton-Perkins receives funding
Mark Charlton-Perkins, assistant professor of Biology, received $67,310 from the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Servi...
Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio awards funds to Vivoda
Jonathon Vivoda, associate professor of Sociology and Gerontology and research fellow for the Scripps Gerontology Center, received $53,671 in funding from the Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio ...
Menne receives funds from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Heather Menne, associate professor of Sociology and Gerontology and fellow in the Scripps Gerontology Center, received $63,768 from USAging, pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Health an...
Femiani receives funding for pair of projects
John Femiani, professor of Computer Science and Software Engineering, received $50,000 from In-Depth Engineering Corporation, pass-through funds from the U.S. Department of Defense, for a project e...
Cory Rusinek, assistant professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, received $93,675 from TerraPower, LLC for a project entitled "Statement of Work - Delta WBS4: Miami University Molten Salt Electroch...
Sterns and Abbott receive funding for Scripps project
Anthony Sterns, associate research scientist, and Katherine Abbott, executive director of the Scripps Gerontology Center, received $85,032 from Linked Senior Inc., pass- through funds from the U.S....
Sherrill Sellers, associate dean, Amity Noltemeyer, dean, and Brian Schultz, associate dean, of the College of Education, Health and Society, received $163,675 from the Ohio Department of Education...
Reidy project receives funding
Paul Reidy, assistant professor of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health, received $410,071 from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases for the project "Influence of...
Cole recognized for commitment to teaching
Britt Cole, associate professor of Nursing, was recognized at the Greater Cincinnati Collegiate Connection (GC3) Annual Celebration of Teaching for her commitment to teaching and student success. A...
Hall, Lee serve as featured presenters
Daniel Hall, professor, and Jae-Seung Lee, assistant professor of Criminal Justice, were the featured presenters at a week-long comparative criminal justice program during the winter term of the Ch...
Steven Conn, W.E. Smith professor of History, authored the chapter “Dreaming in Detroit” for the book “Picturing Black History: Photographs and Stories that Changed th...
Lisa Ellram was named a WISE (Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence) Legend at the recent WISE Future Leaders Symposium. Ellram was one of six educators to be named a Legend this year.
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in November
Our editors' picks provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Recent Books and Chapter Published by the Faculty of Spanish and Portuguese
A Companion to Spanish Environmental Cultural Studies. Tamesis Books. Ed. Luis I. Prádanos (January 2023). Intro available through Open Access. Contesting Extinctions: Decolonial and Rege...
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Berg publishes on anticipatory postural adjustments
William Berg, professor of kinesiology at Miami University, recently contributed to a Special Issue of Brain Sciences focused on anticipatory postural adjustments (APAs) in motor control. Berg's in...
Kimiecik team explores narrative pedagogy at Lilly Conference
At the 43rd Original Lilly Conference on College Teaching, held Nov. 21-23 at Miami University’s Armstrong Center, father-daughter duo Jay Kimiecik (KNH) and Carlyn Kimiecik (FSW) present...
A beloved professor of social studies education, Fuller taught at Miami University for over 30 years, earning the Miami University Alumni Association Effective Educator of the Year Award in 1994. L...
Miami named one of Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs 2025
University earns that designation for sixth time since 2017
Tis the Time of Year for Scams Galore
It's unfortunately the time of year for scammers to come out of the woodwork.
The major, now available, expects to see enrollments next year.
Miami University hosts literacy celebration at Queen City Book Bank
Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society (EHS) hosted a Celebration of Literacy on Monday, November 18 at the Queen City Book Bank, highlighting the importance of lite...
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Miami faculty and alumni explore biomechanics of the short game in golf
A new study co-authored by Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health faculty members Dean Smith and Mark Walsh, alongside former students and now alumni Tess McGuire and Caitlyn Picard, exam...
Assistant Professor of Art Richard W. James showcases solo exhibition at Weston Art Gallery
Richard W. James, an accomplished faculty member in Miami University's Department of Art, is making waves in the art community with his solo exhibition, No True Scotsman, now on display at the West...
Vendome co-authors award-winning paper
A paper co-authored by Christopher Vendome, associate professor of Computer Science and Software Engineering, was selected as the Most Influential Paper (MIP) of Mining Software Repositories 2025 (...
Ganiva Reyes, associate professor in the Department of Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry, was elected to serve as chair of the Critical Issues in Curriculum and Cultural Studies SIG of ...