Education and Human Development

‘Reinventing higher education’

A two-day conference on the Coral Gables Campus brought together hundreds of stakeholders to discuss the current state of higher education.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/03/reinventing-higher-education.html


Education and Human Development

Haiti is close to becoming a failed state

Gangs have attacked the airport and jails while the de facto Prime Minister was out of the country.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/03/haiti-is-close-to-becoming-a-failed-state.html




Kinesiology and Sports Sciences

Dynamic program keeps students a step ahead

The exercise physiology program in the School of Education and Human Development provides doctoral students innovative hands-on research and teaching opportunities to advance their careers.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/02/dynamic-program-keeps-students-a-step-ahead.html



Kinesiology and Sports Sciences

Coming Home: Miller School Alum Joins the Miami Heat

Dr. Jeffrey Ruiz received his doctorate in physical therapy from the Miller School and in October became the Miami Heat’s senior director of rehabilitation.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/02/miller-school-alum-joins-miami-heat.html


Diversity-School of Education

Helping young entrepreneurs in Haiti

MarieGuerda Nicolas, a professor in the School of Education and Human Development, is working with local groups to train hundreds of young women in Cap-Haïtien.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/02/helping-young-entrepreneurs-in-haiti.html


Education and Human Development

Centering self-love in academia

Doctoral student Guerdiana Thelomar is committed to creating safe environments for Black women in higher education.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/02/centering-self-love-in-academia.html


Education and Human Development

Do you get hiccups?

’Course you do. We all get this annoying condition. University of Miami experts explain why we get them and ways to get rid of them.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2024/01/do-you-get-hiccups.html


Announcements-School of Education

Program shapes future leaders in responsible data analytics

The Data Analytics and Intelligence for Social Impact major in the School of Education and Human Development will produce responsible data-driven decision-makers, empowering them to collect and use data for insights that increase social impact.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2023/12/program-shapes-future-leaders-in-responsible-data-analytics.html


Education and Human Development

Knowing that you matter promotes health and happiness

Educators explore why mattering is important to each individual, both in feeling valued and adding value.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2023/11/knowing-that-you-matter-promotes-health-and-happiness.html


Education and Human Development

Dean Named President-Elect of Academic Research Council

Laura Kohn-Wood, professor and dean of the School of Education and Human Development at the University of Miami, has been named president-elect of the Council of Academic Deans from Research Education Institutions (CADREI). It is the latest honor for Kohn-Wood, who was recently recognized by the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for her outstanding efforts to promote racial equity and social justice.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2023/11/dean-of-the-university-of-miami-school-of-education-and-human-development-named-president-elect-of-academic-research-council.html


Education and Human Development

Trailblazing sports agent inspires students with her journey to success

Our esteemed #UMSEHD Associate Professor of Sport Administration, Dr. Erin McNary, along with Sport Administration and Pre-Law Undergraduate Student/USPORT Club President, Morgan Ogden, facilitated an enlightening discussion with Nicole Lynn, a renowned sports agent, as part of the Student Government’s 'What Matters to U' speaker series. Nicole Lynn shared her insights into the world of sports agency, highlighting her successful negotiation of Jalen Hurts’ groundbreaking deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. She also imparted valuable life advice applicable to any career path, emphasizing the significance of approaching challenges with 'dignity, grace, and sass'.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/trailblazing-sports-agent-inspires-students-with-her-journey-to-success.html


Education and Human Development

Are you living your best life?

A new course offering this spring from the School of Education and Human Development on The Art and Science of Flourishing promises to teach ways to integrate meaning into your life.

https://news.miami.edu/edu/stories/2023/11/are-you-living-your-best-life.html


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