Minding your career with Education

Join us on September 25th from 3 to 5 pm for an inspiring networking event where alumni from our School of Education and Human Development will share powerful stories of impact and purpose. Discover how their journeys have shaped careers focused on building a more sustainable, equitable, and engaging world. This year’s theme, "Minding your Career with Education: MindED," invites you to connect with passionate colleagues, faculty, and alumni, exchanging ideas and building relationships that foster meaningful change. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and energized by those making a difference in their communities and beyond, where every individual and community feels a true sense of belonging.

Connecting Minds + Inspiring Careers = Thriving Community


An engaging networking event featuring alumni who are shaping meaningful change in their communities and beyond. Mind*ED provides a platform for SEHD students, faculty, and alumni to share experiences, exchange ideas, and build connections that inspire growth, collaboration, and lasting impact.

When

Friday, September 25, 2026
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Where

Lakeside Pavilion
1280 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146


Who

Alumni, faculty, and passionate professionals from the School of Education and Human Development, as well as community members dedicated to creating positive change.

What

A networking event focused on exchanging ideas, building connections, and exploring impactful careers in education and community engagement.

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Celebrating the diverse journeys of our alumni and students in MindED 2026

 

Laura Sauer

Brand Partnerships for Kraken

SEHD alum and brand partnerships professional. Formerly with the F1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix and Baller League US, building global partnerships across sports, culture & tech.

Dr. David McMillan

Research Assistant Professor for the Dept. of Neurological Surgery
Director of Education and Outreach for the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis

UM alum and neurotrauma researcher at The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. Director of the Henry G. Steinbrenner Scholars Program, a competitive funded summer research internship seeding the future of neuroscience.

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Connect with Alums, Community, and Industry Partners


Expand Your Network


Explore Career Paths


Draw Inspiration from Leaders


Promote Sustainability and Well-being