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Private research university in Coral Gables, Florida

The University of Miami (UM) is a private research university in Coral Gables, Florida. Founded in 1925, the university is known for its diverse academic programs, vibrant campus life, and strong athletic teams.

History

The University of Miami was chartered in 1925 during the Florida land boom of the 1920s. The university was established by a group of citizens who believed that a local university would benefit the growing community. The first president, Bowman Foster Ashe, led the university through its early years, including the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II.

Campus

The main campus of the University of Miami is located in Coral Gables, a suburb of Miami. The campus is known for its lush tropical environment and features several notable buildings and facilities, including the Otto G. Richter Library, the Lowe Art Museum, and the Shalala Student Center. The campus is centered around Lake Osceola, a man-made lake that serves as a focal point for student activities.

Notable Buildings

Otto G. Richter Library: The main library of the university, housing extensive collections and research resources.
Lowe Art Museum: The first art museum in South Florida, featuring a diverse collection of art from around the world.
Shalala Student Center: A hub for student activities and organizations, named after former university president Donna Shalala.

Academics

The University of Miami offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across its 12 schools and colleges. The university is particularly renowned for its programs in marine science, business, and law. The Miami Herbert Business School is one of the leading business schools in the region.

Athletics

The University of Miami's athletic teams, known as the Miami Hurricanes, compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The university has a strong tradition in college football, with multiple national championships to its name. The BankUnited Center is the home of the university's basketball teams.

Research

The University of Miami is a major research institution, with significant contributions in fields such as medicine, oceanography, and engineering. The Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science is a leader in marine and atmospheric research, with facilities located on Virginia Key.

Notable Alumni

The university has a large and diverse alumni network, including notable figures in politics, entertainment, and sports. Some of the university's distinguished alumni include Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Sylvester Stallone, and Gloria Estefan.

Related pages

References

Gallery

University of Miami Seal

University of Miami Seal
University of Miami Logo
Lake Osceola
U State
Miami Herbert Business School
Lowe Art Museum
Main Entrance
Shalala Student Center
Lakeside Village
Aerial View of Jackson
Rosenstiel Applied Marine Physics Building
Otto G. Richter Library
Foote Green
Walton Smith at RSMAS Campus
IA Jacket
Sebastian the Ibis
Military Event
Reagan with Miami Hurricanes
BankUnited Center

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-'''University of Miami'''
+{{short description|Private research university in Coral Gables, Florida}}
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-The '''University of Miami''' (UM) is a private research university located in Coral Gables, Florida, United States. Established in 1925 during the region's famous real estate boom, UM has grown to become one of the nation's top research universities. Known for its rigorous academic programs, diverse student body, and its significant contributions to research, particularly in the fields of marine science, engineering, education, and health care, the University of Miami offers a rich and dynamic educational environment.
+The '''University of Miami''' (UM) is a private [[research university]] in [[Coral Gables, Florida]]. Founded in 1925, the university is known for its diverse academic programs, vibrant campus life, and strong athletic teams.
 ==History==
-The University of Miami was chartered in 1925 with the intent of offering unique opportunities to develop inter-American studies, enhance teaching in the arts and letters, and conduct research in the tropics. Opening its doors in the fall of 1926, the university welcomed its first class of students amidst the backdrop of the Great Miami Hurricane, which significantly impacted the early development of the institution. Despite these challenges, UM persevered and has since expanded both its campus and academic offerings.
+The University of Miami was chartered in 1925 during the [[Florida land boom of the 1920s]]. The university was established by a group of citizens who believed that a local university would benefit the growing community. The first president, [[Bowman Foster Ashe]], led the university through its early years, including the challenges of the [[Great Depression]] and [[World War II]].
-==Campuses==
+==Campus==
-UM's main campus is located in Coral Gables, a city southwest of Downtown Miami. The campus is known for its distinctive Mediterranean Revival architecture and lush subtropical landscaping. In addition to the Coral Gables campus, the University of Miami operates the Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine campus, situated in the Miami Health District near downtown Miami, and the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science on Virginia Key.
+The main campus of the University of Miami is located in Coral Gables, a suburb of Miami. The campus is known for its lush tropical environment and features several notable buildings and facilities, including the [[Otto G. Richter Library]], the [[Lowe Art Museum]], and the [[Shalala Student Center]]. The campus is centered around [[Lake Osceola]], a man-made lake that serves as a focal point for student activities.
-===Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine===
+===Notable Buildings===
-The [[Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine]] at the University of Miami is a cornerstone of the university's health sciences division. Established in 1952, it has become a leader in medical education, biomedical research, and patient care. The school is affiliated with several hospitals in the area, providing students with a wide range of clinical experiences. The medical school is also home to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, both of which are nationally recognized for their research and patient care.
+* '''Otto G. Richter Library''': The main library of the university, housing extensive collections and research resources.
+* '''Lowe Art Museum''': The first art museum in South Florida, featuring a diverse collection of art from around the world.
+* '''Shalala Student Center''': A hub for student activities and organizations, named after former university president [[Donna Shalala]].
-==Academic Programs==
+==Academics==
-The University of Miami offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across its 11 schools and colleges. These include the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Architecture, Miami Herbert Business School, School of Communication, School of Education and Human Development, College of Engineering, School of Law, Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Frost School of Music, School of Nursing and Health Studies, and the Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine.
+The University of Miami offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across its 12 schools and colleges. The university is particularly renowned for its programs in [[marine science]], [[business]], and [[law]]. The [[Miami Herbert Business School]] is one of the leading business schools in the region.
+==Athletics==
+The University of Miami's athletic teams, known as the [[Miami Hurricanes]], compete in the [[NCAA Division I]] and are members of the [[Atlantic Coast Conference]] (ACC). The university has a strong tradition in [[college football]], with multiple national championships to its name. The [[BankUnited Center]] is the home of the university's basketball teams.
 ==Research==
-UM is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". It has a strong emphasis on research, with numerous institutes and centers dedicated to the study of various disciplines. The university is particularly renowned for its research in marine science, climate change, and health sciences. Through its research initiatives, UM contributes significantly to the advancement of knowledge and addresses critical societal needs.
+The University of Miami is a major research institution, with significant contributions in fields such as [[medicine]], [[oceanography]], and [[engineering]]. The [[Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science]] is a leader in marine and atmospheric research, with facilities located on Virginia Key.
+==Notable Alumni==
+The university has a large and diverse alumni network, including notable figures in politics, entertainment, and sports. Some of the university's distinguished alumni include [[Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson]], [[Sylvester Stallone]], and [[Gloria Estefan]].
+==Related pages==
+* [[Miami Hurricanes]]
+* [[Coral Gables, Florida]]
+* [[Atlantic Coast Conference]]
-==Student Life==
+==References==
-The University of Miami has a vibrant student life, characterized by a wide array of student organizations, sports teams, and cultural activities. The Miami Hurricanes, UM's athletic teams, compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and have won numerous national championships, particularly in football and baseball. The university also emphasizes community service and has various programs designed to engage students with the broader Miami community.
+{{Reflist}}
-==Notable Alumni==
+==Gallery==
-UM has produced a distinguished list of alumni who have excelled in various fields, including law, politics, business, science, and the arts. Notable alumni include actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, singer Gloria Estefan, and former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Donna Shalala.
+<gallery>
+File:University_of_Miami_seal.svg|University of Miami Seal
+File:University_of_Miami_logo.svg|University of Miami Logo
+File:Lake_Osceola.jpg|Lake Osceola
+File:U_State.jpg|U State
+File:Miami_Herbert_Business_School.jpg|Miami Herbert Business School
+File:Lowe_Museum.jpg|Lowe Art Museum
+File:Main_Entrance_to_the_University_of_Miami.jpg|Main Entrance
+File:Shalala_Student_Center.jpg|Shalala Student Center
+File:Lakeside_Village.jpg|Lakeside Village
+File:Aerial-Picture-of-Jackson-e1445995779731.jpg|Aerial View of Jackson
+File:Rosenstiel_Applied_Marine_Physics_Building.jpg|Rosenstiel Applied Marine Physics Building
+File:University_of_Miami_Otto_G._Richter_Library.jpg|Otto G. Richter Library
+File:Foote_Green.jpg|Foote Green
+File:Walton_Smith_at_University_of_Miami_RSMAS_Campus.jpg|Walton Smith at RSMAS Campus
+File:Iajacket.JPG|IA Jacket
+File:Sebastian_the_Ibis.jpg|Sebastian the Ibis
+File:200127-H-PX819-0092.jpg|Military Event
+File:Reagan_with_Miami_Hurricanes_football_team_1988.jpg|Reagan with Miami Hurricanes
+File:BankUnited_Center.JPG|BankUnited Center
+</gallery>
+[[Category:University of Miami]]
 [[Category:Universities and colleges in Florida]]
+[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1925]]
 [[Category:Private universities and colleges in the United States]]
-[[Category:University of Miami]]
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