Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in November
Our editors' picks for November provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
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Oxford and Beyond
Read the story or listen to the podcast about the research led by Helaine Alessio and Adam Ortman (Miami '12) studying dual task training.
Miami professor develops app to help people in wheelchairs reach their destinations
An original AI-based system designed by a Miami team of researchers records surface patterns on roads and sidewalks.
Ryan Burgess appointed newest Miami University trustee
Burgess is president and CEO of Goodwill Columbus.
Nutrition expert Nancy Parkinson on the benefits of mindful eating
Mindful eating can help people cultivate healthier habits by being more attentive to the food they buy, prepare, serve, and consume.
Miami to award four honorary degrees at Fall Commencement on Dec. 10
“The efforts and accomplishments of these extraordinary individuals exemplify Miami’s mission and values,” Miami University President Gregory Crawford said.
New book examines how to better support Black boys in a broken educational system
Miami’s Nathaniel Bryan addresses the impact of socially constructed stereotypes and perceptions in the classroom.
Miami University names alumna Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Sharon Bannister spring commencement speaker
Bannister, director of medical operations of the Office of the Surgeon General of the U.S. Air Force, will speak at the spring ceremony May 14, 2022.
Sustainability Annual Report: 52% reduction in energy-based carbon emissions among highlights
Among other highlights: Miami’s forthcoming Climate Action Plan (CAP) will consider social, health, and racial justice issues when developing plans for climate resilience and carbon neutrali...
Hollywood comes to Miami: major motion film producer receives Freedom Summer of ‘64 Award
Reginald Hudlin humbled by award.
'Red brick' premiere of Miami University episode of The College Tour
“The College Tour: Miami University” shows the university and Oxford through the eyes of current students, recent graduates, and faculty to provide an intimate look at life on campus.
Wil Haygood's historical account of Black films captures national attention
National accolades are beginning to flow in for Miami alumnus Wil Haygood for his latest book "Colorization: One Hundred Years of Black Films in a White World" — most recently featu...
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in October
Our editors' picks for October provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage.
More than 90% of Miami University students vaccinated against COVID-19
Nearly 92% of students and more than 80% of employees on Miami University’s Oxford campus have received a COVID-19 vaccine, further evidence of the university community’s commitment to ...
Day of Reflection: Commemorating 175th anniversary of the Miami Tribe's removal from their homelands
“This ground beneath our feet is home, a place where countless generations of our ancestors left footprints as they lived their lives until a fateful period in the history of this country,...
A sovereign tribal nation in Oklahoma. A public university in Ohio. And a relationship that has led to the first generation in nearly 100 years learning to speak the Myaamia language.
Miami, city of Oxford receive JobsOhio Vibrant Community Grant for visionary College@Elm project
Miami University and the city of Oxford will receive $1.5 million in assistance from a JobsOhio Vibrant Community grant for a startup initiative that will create more than 50 Ohio jobs, bolster a d...
Pets in the post-pandemic (away from home) world
Allen McConnell, University Distinguished Professor of Psychology, provides some insights on what pet owners can do to help their furry (or scaly) friends through this transition "back to norm...
Historic marker fosters healing from past racially motivated injustices
Several years of work led by Miami University's Truth and Reconciliation Project culminated with a narrative historic marker that is now a permanent fixture in the City of Oxford.
Business executive Dinesh Paliwal named newest Miami national board trustee
Distinguished Miami alumnus honored for contributions to diversity, education, and community outreach
Miami's new Indoor Equestrian Center will expand K-12 outreach and student opportunities
Scheduled to open this summer, the 125-by-250 square foot riding surface within the arena will allow for year-round educational and outreach programming for the university community and year-round ...
Miami University suspends ACT, SAT admission requirement for Fall 2022 on the Oxford campus
Miami University has announced it will be test optional and not require ACT or SAT test scores of first-year students applying for admission for fall 2022 and spring 2023 to ensure equitable access...
Miami recognized as Age-Friendly University
Joins a global network of 70 universities committed to age-friendly principles
Miami and Oxford initiative to transform uptown into an entrepreneurial hub
College@Elm can be a revitalization model for the country
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