The Miami Hurricane: April 10, 2024

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UM cost of attendance climbs $5000, students to pay $93,000 next year

BY JENNY JACOBY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Students attending the University of Miami for the 20242025 school year will pay over $93,000. For students living on campus, this is a $5,226, or nearly 6%, increase from the previous academic year.

The estimated cost of attendance increases includes several categories including tuition, transportation, housing and books.

Tuition, now at $60,718, has risen $2,614, making it the largest category increase. This is $4,000 more than Harvard University which ranked third in the nation based on the annual U.S. News report. The University of Miami is currently ranked at 64. The tuition falls within the range of several other private universities and is lower than UM sister schools University of Southern California with a yearly tuition of $69,904 and Tulane University with a tuition of $68,678.

“In order to structure fnancial aid packages and offer them in time for students to make informed decisions about where to pursue their education, the University publishes an estimated cost of attendance each year. The demand for a University of Miami education remains at record highs, with more than 48,000 applications received this year,” the University of Miami said in a statement to The Miami Hurricane.

The next highest increase was in the food and housing category, with an approximate $2,000 raise for both on and off-campus options. The University has not made it clear whether this is a result of the new housing development Centennial Village, scheduled to open its frst residential college this summer, or if it refects infated food costs throughout the country.

This rise follows recent COA increments that have surpassed the expected 3%-4% annual increase universities typically warn students

of ahead of time.

For perspective, rising seniors were given a $75,240 COA estimate when they committed to UM in 2021. This has increased by 24.4% just in their four years as students.

“I’ve been paying for full tuition and every time they raise it they never tell us. Then, they’re [UM] not fexible with payment dates,” junior Diego Zubillaga Chavez said.

“I genuinely don’t think I can afford to come back next year.”

The 6% raise also far exceeds the U.S. 3.2% rate of infation rate recorded for the past twelve months.

Justin Ammaturo is a third-year student in the School of Architecture, a fve-year program that allows students to graduate with a master’s degree, meaning he is responsible for an additional year of tuition. Amma-

Financial aid fiasco: Students resort to early graduation, GoFundMe, and part-time enrollment

BY PATRICK MCCASLIN SENIOR STAFF WRITER

The University of Miami has made no public announcement to students regarding the Financial Aid Course Audit, a signifcant change to fnancial aid, nearly 40 days after quietly changing its policy online. Advisors and other University staff have attempted flled in, reportedly giving confusing advice that contradicts UM’s newly published policy.

The policy change, which limits students receiving federal or state aid to classes within their primary major, is set to force affected students to abandon part of their degree plan or pay thousands of dollars out of pocket to complete it.

According to an email obtained by The Miami Hurricane, a top UM offcial indicated that the University knew that it would have to change fnancial aid policy as early as the fall 2023 semester, despite neglecting to notify students until March 4, 2024.

“I just think they didn’t let us know

far enough in advance. I would have planned my schedule a lot differently had I known that this was going to be a thing since my freshman year,” said Samantha Lattanze, a junior with a major in biomedical engineering and a minor in Spanish. “I hate that no one has direct answers on anything. I think it also should be in writing somewhere like exactly what the rules are.”

Lattaze’s advisor told her that she would need to enroll as a part-time student for one of her next two semesters to continue receiving UM aid and complete her degree. Changing her enrollment to part-time would prohibit her from living on campus, being injoining a Greek organization or participating in UM Student Government.

Her advisor directly contradicted UM’s published policy, which indicates that Lattanze’s fnancial aid, a merit scholarship from UM, is not included in the policy.

Lattanze wasn’t even aware of the policy until a couple weeks ago when she was discussing her fall

class schedule with her advisor and he offhandedly let her know that she must enroll in 12 credits of her primary major to continue receiving aid.

Lattanze’s mom reached out to a member of the fnancial assistance offce, but found that even she didn’t know enough to advise on the situation. She was redirected to Lattanze’s faculty advisor who typically gives career advice.

Alejandra Hernandez, a junior majoring in biochemistry and global health, reached out to Daniel Barkowitz, the assistant vice president of Financial Assistance and Employment, after receiving the March 4th email telling her she was out of compliance. Barkowitz told her to speak with her academic advisor who then told her that he was unsure and to speak with Barkowitz.

“I was thinking of going to ‘Canes Central in person to see if they could give me an answer, or at least some more information of what will happen next semester, so that way I can just plan myself out and speak with

turo does not understand the true reasons behind the rise in tuition or why the University has not communicated this information with students.

“I think the University should tell us and that we should not have to fnd out on our own,” he said.

“It’s also not fair that they don’t tell the guarantor or parents that they’re upping tuition. Then we have to tell them ourselves.”

This, he explained, creates an awkward situation for students who in many cases have to ask their parents for additional funds to afford tuition.

The COA increase comes at the same time as students are grappling with an adjustment to the University’s fnancial aid policies that will limit federal and state aid for students taking courses outside their main degree of study.

This change is expected to cost students trying to complete their double majors or minors thousands of dollars in lost aid or push them to graduate early.

my parents for anything that has to deal with the fnancial aspects,” Hernandez said.

The confusion around how next semester will pan out has pushed students to even more drastic measures. One student created a fundraiser to help him fnish his studies. Another, following the announcement of the change, confrmed he will graduate early.

“I was thinking about actually staying for a fourth year, just like picking classes I’m interested in or maybe getting a second degree, but defnitely not doing that anymore,” said Matias Clotfelter Bastias, a junior graduating this spring with a major in international studies and a minor in Arabic. “At this point, I just can’t deal with this school.”

Clotfelter Bastias also received the March 6th email telling him he was taking courses outside of his primary major, but, in his case, the email was an error. All of his classes, even the ones highlighted in the email, were part of his 120 credit degree plan.

Clotfelter Bastias replied to Bar-

“If you’re not rich, you can’t get the education you want.”

Matias Clotfelter Batis Junior ’25, International Studies Major

kowitz’ email, pointing out that his course was part of his major. Barkowitz replied, telling him, “I’m not an expert on our academic programs and plans, so my best advice is that you run a degree program requirements report through CaneLink and meet with your advisor.”

Clotfelter Bastias uses a Pell Grant, federal loans and the UM President’s Scholarship to pay for his studies. Without them, he couldn’t afford to pay for his classes.

“The way it felt like is if you’re not rich, you can’t get the education you want,” Clotfelter Bastias said. “And that’s the message that I got.”

Abortion rights and recreational marijuana take to the Florida ballot

BY ETHAN MANNELLO STAFF WRITER

The Florida Supreme Court approved two controversial ballot measures on Monday, April 1, granting registered voters in the state the opportunity to decide on the legalization of recreational marijuana and protection of abortion rights in November.

The proposed constitutional amendments need at least 60% approval from voters to pass.

While both these measures have received strong opposition from the current Republican state government, protecting abortion rights will have a much more complicated path to ratifcation considering the current abortion laws in the state.

The proposed abortion amendment states that access would be guaranteed to anyone until the fetus is considered viable. Viability, usually about 24 weeks, was part of the deliberate language used in the bill to leave much more to be debated.

“Using the word ‘viable’ leaves open an additional political process whereby the word would be debated,” political science professor Casey Klofstad said. “The Republican legislative branch may try to push back, so then the ball will be in their court to try and defne viability and make it as low as possible.”

A University of North Florida poll in late November reported that 62% of respondents said they would vote “yes” to the proposed amendment. In the most recent data, Florida political reporter Marc Caputo said there is about 70% support for the amendment throughout the state.

Along with the state supreme court’s approval of this abortion ballot measure, the supreme court deemed Gov. Ron DeSantis’ current 15-week abortion ban constitutional.

This ban, signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2022, was Florida’s frst attempt at restricting abortion rights following the overturning of Roe v. Wade that same

year.

This ruling also paves the way for the enforcement of DeSantis’ sixweek abortion ban signed in April 2023, one of the country’s strictest abortion policies.

This ban, which takes effect on May 1, prohibits Floridians from receiving abortions after the fetus has reached six weeks of gestation, excluding victims of rape, incest, human traffcking, or for the purpose of saving a patient’s life. Patients will need to show proof before they are given these exceptions.

“These rulings are seemingly contradictory, but they’re judging it on different metrics. The supreme court is looking to see if the 15week ban is constitutional under the Florida Constitution,” Klofstad said. “Whereas, the abortion measure just has to reach a certain qualifcations, usually a certain percentage of signatures to be approved ”

The incoming ban has caused anxiety for some students at UM.

“As a young woman currently living in Florida, the news was extremely upsetting and feels as though we’re taking steps back in time,” Allie Diaz, a political science major at UM, said. “Many women aren’t even aware that they are pregnant at that early stage, which makes the situation even more scary as they wouldn’t be able to have the choice to carry out the pregnancy.”

Alternatively, the recreational marijuana measure, which proposes legalizing marijuana use for those over 21, has been met with strong opposition from the Republican state government, with Desantis calling the measure “radical.”

The measure received about 57% support in a January poll conducted by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, but a University of North Florida poll in late November indicated 67% support.

The University of Miami Democrats (UDems) are excited measures like this are fnally coming to the ballot.

“For the frst time, legalizing

weed will be decided not by outof-touch politicians, but by the people,” a statement from UDems said. “We believe it is essential for Floridians to be able to have a voice regarding the legalization of recreational marijuana. Floridians are sick and tired of the GOP’s culture wars and their attempts to curtail our rights, and this year Ron DeSantis and his cronies will fnally have to face their greatest fear: voters.”

Any Florida registered voter who wants to have their voice heard on these two measures will have the chance on Election Day 2024. UM students who aren’t registered to vote or want to check their registration, can fnd all the information they need at miami.turbovote. org or the University of Miami’s Canes’ Vote Network.

More information about voting can be found on the instagram of the university’s student voting initiative, or Get Out The Vote, @ UMGOTV. Any questions can be sent to the GOTV email address at vote@miami.edu.

A look at University of Miami’s Class of 2028, expectations and aspirations

BY KSENIIA NOVICHKOVA STAFF WRITER

The University of Miami’s class of 2028 is ready to embark on an academic journey driven by a desire for learning experiences and diverse culture. As another cycle of college applications and academic admissions comes to an end, the University of Miami welcomes its incoming class of 2028 with high hopes and anticipation.

Admission decisions for the class of 2028 were released April 1, 2024. The number of frst-year applicants was 48,141 and 19% of those applications were accepted.

Amid the excitement of acceptance, the new class emphasized the importance of academics and told the Hurricane what they expected to

experience at the University of Miami for the next four years.

At UM there are many student organizations and even more courses offered on a broad range of topics, creating several opportunities to explore academic and extracurricular interests.

“I hope to become close with my professors so I can ask for help and even inquire to do research. During high school, I formed close relationships with my math and science teachers, and always turned to them for help, recommendations, and extracurricular opportunities,” said Tyler Shapiro, from Miami.

Other students are expecting a rewarding academic journey ahead, displayed by their driven and motivated mindset, qualities highly valued by UM in its applicants.

“Honestly, I am mostly hoping for guidance to gain real experience in the fnance world, wheth -

that would simulate the line of work. I am also considering law school after obtaining a bachelor’s degree, so having an academic advisor or counselor who can develop a genuine personal relationship is very important to me,” said Elie Lervik, from Washington D.C. Beyond academics, the allure of Miami’s diverse community and cultural offerings resonates strongly with incoming students.

“As for what I am looking forward to, I am most excited to be surrounded by new people from all over the country and the world. Experiencing life outside of high school and meeting new people with diverse experiences can only be a positive impact on my own self-growth and socio-cultural awareness,” said Lervik.

As the class of 2028 embarks on a new journey, campus welcomes them with diverse perspectives, support from peers and mentors, and many opportunities.

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Butterfly Garden 101

5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Come learn about butterfly garden design with Giselle Jordan, Master Gardener at the Miami Dade IFAS extension. Join us in room 250 of the Campos Sano Building (1300 Campo Sano Ave, map).

Miami Clean Energy Summit

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The University of Miami Clean Energy Summit focuses on the role of Miami in leading the way for clean energy and sustainable city approaches. Members of the government, academia, local community centers and the energy sector will be in attendance.

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Arbor Day Concert

6 p.m.

The event will include a land acknowledgement at the Arboretum Stone Circle and include a concert from Frost School of Music artist Jasmine Harris.

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9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Alumni and students will be planting and gardening throughout the UM campus to beautify areas of campus in partnership with SG ECO Agency, in partnership with Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. A butterfly garden will also be planted.

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Get Green this Earth Month

BY JENNY JACOBY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Every April the University of Miami and its many eco-organizations go above and beyond to celebrate and educate about the Earth.

This year’s events include sustainability panels, solar center tours and cleanups that lead up to the main Earth Day Fair. The fair marks a new tradition for the University as it steps away from its traditional Hug the Lake celebration.

One of the main overseers of the month’s events is Student Governments Eco Agency. Led by chair Ainsley Hilliard, a senior chemistry major, Eco Agency is asking students how they can be greener and improve their community’s environment.

“The goal of Earth Month is to get that seed in a student’s mind to be thinking of, okay, what are ways that I can be more sustainable?” she said.

Their main project this year has been transforming the Herbert Business School canal to its natural state by planting mangroves and native plants for a butterfy garden in a collaboration with the city of Coral Gables, UM Offce of Sustainability and climate-focused artist Xavier Cortada.

“These mangroves help with cleaning the water. They help with any dirty runoff and will overall improve that canal which is very important because all of the canals on campus ,as well as Lake Osceola, eventually drain off into Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean,” Hilliard

neering major Madison Morneau said. “We are a community of people who love our beaches and oceans, and want to show that love by protecting the environment.”

Their capstone event for Earth month is a beach cleanup at Marina and Chapman park, an often neglected area where trash piles up.

“I really think that when people get the chance to have fun outdoors, they learn to care more about sustainability,” she said.

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Their goal is to combine fun activities with care and awareness for the environment to create a lasting love for the Miami environment.

Surfder is bussing students to and from the event and are hoping for a 100 person turnout. The event is open to all students who register.

U Thrift tackles sustainability not by planting trees or cleaning up trash, but by focusing on the clothes we wear to school everyday. Studies estimate that the global fashion industry is responsible for 10% of carbon dioxide emissions.

“Thrifting is important because it allows pre-loved clothes to cycle through to new owners. So that way, we are not over consuming and over producing goods that may as well end up in a landfll,” junior music therapy major Lily Ezersky said.

This practice of overconsumption is magnifed on college campuses, she explained.

“We’re living independently for the frst time. A lot of people are fguring out how to get what they need, and also the things that they want and the things

What does the U mean to you?

BY CAROLINE VAL & SYDNEY BILLINGS CO-NEWS EDITORS

The University of Miami turned 99 years old on Monday. As the countdown to the Centennial begins, The Hurricane asked stu dents to recount the areas of campus, stories or memories that defne their time at UM.

“I really like the POC community and how we collectively come together. Whether it’s for events or just having fun.”

“I’ve had really attentive professors over the years. They have been knowledgeable on the material, passionate while teaching, and understanding of the fact that life can get in the way sometimes.”

Senior ’24, Creative Writing Major

Freshman ’27, Marine Biology and Ecology Double Major

“I love UM because of the campus atmosphere. My daily walks to class listening to music are so peaceful, and the vibes around campus are so good.”

“The U has introduced me to people who share the same passions as me and drove me to pursue

Caitlyn Freitas Sophomore ’26, Political Science Major

“By far the best thing about the U is the ability to collaborate with like-minded individuals in an academic environment. Being surrounded by people who are dedicated to learning is encouraging and drives more work than a com placent space. ”

Senior ’24, Musical Theater Major

“The small classes and close network of the U has led me to fnd some of closest lifelong friendships.”

Merilee Rivers Junior ’25, Marine Science and Biology Double Major

“I love that our campus is so diverse and vibrant.

Every day, you meet new people and experience new things.”

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Dominique Thomas Freshman ’27, Biochemistry Major

“UM has provided me with opportunities to succeed and grow.”

Rebecca Ella Senior ’24, Biology Major

The 66th is in Students elect frst international SG president

BY ANDY ACUNA CONTRIBUTING WRITER

On Feb. 22, Roy Carrillo Zamora, Joshua Abel and Zoe Mutombo stood near the crowded U Statue, eagerly awaiting the announcement of the 66th student body president. After much anticipation, Carrillo Zamora was declared the frst international student body president, with Abel as vice president and Mutombo as treasurer.

“Hearing the results was such a relief for me. It all worked out,” Carrillo Zamora said.

Carrillo Zamora, a legal studies and business analytics major, and Abel, a political science and French major, have dreamed of running for the Student Government executive board since their freshman year.

“I vividly remember sitting at The Rat with Roy midway through our freshman year and proposing the idea of running on a Student Government Executive ticket together for our senior year,” Abel said.

Serving as the director of academic afairs this past school year, Carrillo Zamora has taken great strides to make the student body feel supported and connected.

“Roy is a phenomenal student leader,” said Mutombo, a junior health management and policy major. “Since his freshman year, he has dedicated his time at UM to increase academic and professional development opportunities for students through his various involvements.”

A dream born in Costa Rica

Born and raised in San Jose, Costa Rica, Carrillo Zamora was constantly surrounded by family who taught him to appreciate the opportunities given to him.

“My parents are my biggest sup-

porters and cheerleaders,” Carrillo Zamora said.

During high school, Carrillo Zamora ventured out of Costa Rica to England where he participated in a three-week study abroad program at the University of Oxford. This trip showed Carrillo Zamora how much more there was to the world than San Jose, and solidifed his desire to study abroad for college.

“My dad’s dream was always to study abroad, but unfortunately he couldn’t,” Carrillo Zamora said. “My dad was the happiest and most supportive when I decided to come to the U.S. to study, and that is because his dream would come true through me.”

like mine was,” Carrillo Zamora said.

Diversity and belonging

Carrillo Zamora’s departure from his familiar home environment has come with surprises and opened his eyes to diferent cultures and people from around the world.

“In Costa Rica, I lived in a very homogenous environment, I would see a lot of people similar to me,” he said. “When I came to Miami, I got to interact with people from diferent cultures and backgrounds, and I learned a lot from them.”

The campus gave him a sense of belonging and support that he knew he could not get anywhere else.

“UM showed me that I could be myself and also achieve greater things,” Carrillo Zamora said.

Mentorship and aspiring for more

Carrillo Zamora’s path through UM has been guided by the mentors who have inspired and encouraged him to excel.

One of his early mentors, business law professor Mark Shapiro, asked Carrillo Zamora about his hope for the future.

“Have you considered going to Law School?” Shapiro asked. “I think you would be great at it.”

Carrillo Zamora, hesitant to expect more from the U.S. and feeling grateful for the college experience, was unsure if this path would be realistic. To that, Shapiro responded, “The sky’s the limit.”

“Roy is ambitious and driven,” Shapiro said. “He is also extremely bright, analytical and an excellent problem solver. He leads with his heart, and I

Council. Ever since, I have been consistently impressed by Roy’s drive, maturity and critical thinking. He goes out of his way to hear from others, learn their perspectives, and put the lessons into practice,” Stevens said.

Carrillo Zamora expressed how her support reinforced his self-confdence.

“I owe her so much, she believed in me, so I ended up believing in myself,” Carrillo Zamora said.

Presidential initiatives and goals

In his new role, Carrillo Zamora wants to transform students’ lives, similar to how his life was changed for the better as a UM student. He believes that every student should be in an environment where they can grow into the best versions of themselves and hopes to foster that on campus.

“You can change the world,” Carrillo Zamora said. “You are enough [and] you can aspire for more.”

His initiatives include advocating for student leaders, creating a space for student employment, improving fnancial resources and creating a town hall.

larly be spotted reading through a book on negotiation tactics or corporate law, some “light” reading to prepare him for the

Carrillo Zamora also found

tiatives & student advocacy, who has supported him through his years

“I frst met Roy when he was serving on the Student ership

The creation of the town hall would serve as a space for students to directly discuss issues with Student Government. Carrillo Zamora’s goal is to show students that Student Government is approachable. He wants to be an advocate for all students.

“Roy has always been such a light to the UM community since his frst day on campus,” Abel said. “He has this intrinsic motivation to get things done and make the UM experience better for everyone.”

Carrillo Zamora is still fguring out how his story after graduation will play out, but for now is focusing on closing his last year at UM by giving back to the community that reshaped his life. the importance of his role as president he is very excited for what’s to come.

“If through my work as president, I can extend the welcoming and accepting environment I experienced at UM to every student, it would be the greatest privilege of my undergraduate career,” Carrillo Zamora said.

Photo Courtesy of Roy Carrillo Zamora

Roy Carrillo Zamora will serve as the frst Costa Rican Student Government President for the 2024-2025 school year.

How identity-based clubs work to improve the University’s inclusion efforts

BY SAMANTHA RODRIGUEZ STAFF WRITER

Nearly 11% of the student organizations at the University of Miami were created by students who noticed a lack of diverse spaces on campus.

Despite historically underrepresented students making up the majority of the student population, some feel that these organizations do more than the University to make them feel welcomed.

Here are some student organizations that were started by students to fll a void on campus.

Black Creatives Collective

BCC showcases Black creatives to put underrepresented artists in the limelight. Composed of photographers, fashion designers, musicians, artists, flmmakers and creative writers, BCC unites Black creatives to host immersive art exhibitions and performances.

Hannah Celian, BCC outreach director and senior studying music industry and psychology, says the University could do more to recognize the club’s originality.

“Sometimes the smaller, more niche organizations are seen as a sub-sector of larger orgs and not as our own thing,” Celian said. “Yes, we all support one another, but our uniqueness is important too.”

BCC prides itself on flling a space they found void. With annual exhibitions that showcase rising artists’ pieces, the BCC works to cement Black creatives’ impact on the University.

“When you attend a predominately white institution as a minority student, it can feel overwhelming and almost like you do not belong,” Celian said. “It is organizations like BCC that made me feel comfortable, because I felt like my identity was being appreciated and celebrated.”

Follow BCC on Instagram, @ blackcreativescollective.

Slavic Culture Club

SCC highlights Slavic and Eastern European culture with dining hall collaborations and conversations with European artists. The organization looks to educate non-European students and honor Slavic languages, traditions and customs.

Bella Haham, SCC president and senior studying biochemistry and nutrition, noticed many students had roots in Eastern Europe, but no organization to unite them.

Since 2022, Haham and fellow board members have used the SCC to connect European students and celebrate their ethnic backgrounds.

Sometimes the smaller, more niche organizations are seen as a sub-sector of larger orgs and not as our own thing. Yes, we all support one another, but our uniqueness is important too.

Hannah Celian BCC Outreach Director

“We also aim to highlight the richness and diversity of Slavic traditions, contribute to a more vibrant and multifaceted university environment and promote crosscultural appreciation and unity,” Haham said.

SCC feels that establishing awareness campaigns will promote empathy about such conficts, letting European students feel understood and included. The organization looks forward to hosting more outreach events and educational initiatives.

Follow SCC on Instagram @ umslaviccultureclub.

Out in STEM

National organization oSTEM empowers LGBTQ+ students in STEM by providing an encouraging environment to promote advocacy against discrimination.

By organizing campus events like Pride Awareness and LGBTQ+ in STEM week, oSTEM works to instill confdence in students and prepare them for success.

Secretary of oSTEM and marine biology and ecology senior Kyle Torrence-Johnson feels the frst step to better campus inclusivity is better faculty training. By giving faculty sensitivity training, Torrence-Johnson hopes that members of the UM community will better understand and respect LGBTQ+ issues.

“We improve upon the University’s diversity initiative by providing a supportive network that connects LBGTQ+ individuals and allies,” Torrence-Johnson said.

The organization advocates for more University support for campus events that promote and amplify LGBTQ+ individuals and clubs.

“oSTEM was created to empower LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies to succeed personally, academically, and successfully in the world,” Torrence-Johnson said.

“oSTEM’s future is to continue advocating for policies and practices that foster diversity, inclusivity and equality in education.”

Follow oSTEM on Instagram @ ostem.um.

Out in Business

Out In Business is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ students in the Herbert Business School.

OBUS President and business management sophomore Gabe Puertoreal created OBUS due to the lack of LGBTQ+ student-led organizations in the Herbert Busi-

ness School.

“The University could do a better job of connecting incoming LGBTQ+ students with the current organizations and clubs that already exist on campus so they don’t feel ostracized,” Puertoreal said.

OBUS connects LQBTQ business students with entrepreneurs and allies to foster lifelong connections and build character.

“We envision that Out in Business becomes a place where students both within and outside of the Business School can come to connect with a large network of businesses that provide healthy work environments and valuable work experiences to LGBTQ+ individuals and allies,” Puertoreal said.

Follow OBUS on Instagram, @ outinbusinessum.

TRANScendence

TRANScendence, an organization that advocates for transgender students, started as a focus group for transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming students.

Seniors Ryan Hires and Taylor Jagolinzer, the club’s president and vice president check-in with members at every meeting to en-

sure student needs are being met.

While students urge the University to implement LGBTQ+specifc housing, they hope for a stronger administration response when legislation targeting transgender students is passed.

“Students want to know that they are supported and safe at UM, and that, in the worst case, the University will have their backs,” said Hires, a gender and sexuality studies major.

The organization’s advocacy for transgender students led to a recent policy change, allowing transgender students to adjust their ’Cane Cards with their preferred name for free, contrary to charging for a replacement.

“This was not a result of malicious intent, but rather a lack of conversation with those in charge about this issue being present,” said Jagolinzer, a marine science major. Follow TRANScendence on Instagram @umtranscendence.

These organizations plan numerous outreach events to heighten their campus impact and cement their legacy. By participating in these student-led events, students can be a part of their story.

Reese Putnam // Staff Photographer Students view the artwork on display at the Black Creatives Collective “VISIONS: Interpretations of Afrofuturism” exhibit on Feb. 10, 2023 in the Lakeside Pavilion.

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The barriers of reporting on UM’s campus

Investigations

Sigma Alpha Epsilon was placed under investigation at the end of February for a video that showed what The Hurricane and students interpreted as alleged hazing: the spitting and vomiting of milk onto a member of SAE who was stuffed into a trashcan.

During the initial reporting on the incident, The Hurricane learned that the video had been turned in directly to the University days earlier. At the time, this information was not confrmed on the record and could not be published.

The lack of communication from the University fostered an environment where some students felt The Hurricane was to blame for the investigation, instead of the fraternity itself.

In failing to share details like this with students, our reporters were viewed as whistleblowers or tattletales, rather than journalists keeping up with school news. This resulted in extensive online harassment and threats to our reporters by students upset over the investigation.

Student newspapers have a duty to report any possible incidents of hazing on their campus, a prevalent and persistent problem at universities across the nation made even more salient on our campus as Florida’s current anti-hazing law was signed after Chad Meredith, a UM student, drowned and died as a result of hazing in 2001. Early reporting on hazing could reveal poor fraternity practices and prevent senseless loss of life.

As the SAE investigation progressed, The Hurricane sent several emails to check on the status of the

EDITORS NOTE:

The Miami Hurricane has been an important part of the University of Miami community since the beginning, reporting on the daily events and lives of students for almost a century. This work builds a critical bridge between students and administration and other members of the UM community, while keeping a historical record of the UM experience.

But this work has become increasingly diffcult.

Over the course of the past academic year, The Hurricane has been challenged and silenced by various areas of UM, from administra- tion to student organizations and even UMPD. Students have also been hesitant to comment and frequently request to be anonymous in the least contentious of stories.

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fraternity with the national chapter and UM administration. The Hurricane emailed eight questions and received one 100 word statement that SAE was not in violation of the hazing policy but was facing punishment for conduct violations. The Hurricane inquired if follow up questions would be entertained and received no response.

UM’s lack of clarity on why this incident specifcally was not ruled as hazing has created a confusing and unclear precedent over what might be considered hazing in the future. This also prevented The Hurricane from being detailed in its reporting of the decision, a situation many students were following.

Requesting reports

In Feb. 2023, two student pedestrians were critically injured in a car accident at University Village. The Hurricane contacted UMPD and the Coral Gables Police Department to request a police report to learn the details of the accident.

We were constantly transferred back and forth between the departments, eventually getting the number of the Public Information Offcer for CGPD.

When we called, the PIO said she was on vacation and gave no alternative contact. When directed back to UMPD, we were fnally told to submit a public records request to their portal. Someone on the phone said there would be no guaranteed update for up to 60 days. TMH was never given the police report.

In another case, The Hurricane con-

information, we cannot do our job as journalists, which has led to accusations of bias from those who refuse to comment.

sulted UMPD in September for information regarding the growing deaths and injuries among the feral cat population at UM.

According to UPurr, it became abundantly clear throughout their investigation that the injuries and deaths among the animals were not accidents.

The student organization requested security camera footage for every cat death over the span of a year. Each time, UMPD lingered in responding until the 28-day requesting period lapsed, after which camera footage automatically erases.

In response, the Hurricane attempted to contact UMPD’s Chief of Police for answers. He only provided one generic statement that left us without a clear explanation or update. It should not require excessive media requests for UMPD to respond when animals are being killed on campus. When robberies are suspected on campus students get an alert, and the same should have occurred when cats were found dead in student spaces.

It is our job to report on matters important to students, but it is UMPD’s job to communicate. Students have every right to know the events on campus that could threaten their safety.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 266 banning public universities from spending federal or state money on DEI initiatives, effective Jan. 1,

2024. Then, the Florida Board of Governors issued the Prohibited Expenditures regulation, further limiting the use of state funding for DEI.

The diffculty of getting simple statements or even an email back from the various sources we reach out to is not refected in the articles readers see, but plays one of the most important roles in writing those pieces.

As Florida public universities were forced to slash all positions associated with DEI, UM students and The Hurricane wondered what this meant for our private college. At UM, DEI initiatives help curate a diverse staff, faculty, students and suppliers in terms of race, religion and perspective.

The Hurricane will continuously strive to report as often and as accurately as possible, but without a consistently open line of communication with the administration and a sense of understanding from the student body, we’re prevented from reporting to the best of our ability. This leaves valuable questions and concerns from students unaddressed and underplayed.

To shed light on this, The Hurricane has detailed some of the most signifcant incidents that have challenged our reporting this year. It is our intent to display the magnitude of the problem on campus with the hope that seeing it will make members of the UM community more open to working with us rather than against us.

The Multicultural Student Affairs department at UM houses more than 30 groups and there are more than 290 cultural student organizations within COSO.

The Hurricane attempted to contact staff, faculty members and university communications for clarity on UM’s future policies and DEI funding but did not receive any responses.

It remains unclear if Miami’s inherent diversity will push UM to maintain DEI funding, or if funding will decrease, refecting the new standards for Florida’s public universities.

Many students found a place on campus because of the University’s inclusion efforts and deserve reassurance or at the least a response during this education policy overhaul.

Student media policy

The Hurricane attempted to cover Student Supporting Israel’s “Conversation about Israel” with Alan Dershowitz, an event advertised as open to all students, in early February.

The Hurricane was initially told by

SSI it would not be allowed to cover the event unless a specifc writer was assigned and the organization could approve the article before publication. Copy pre-approval is a violation of journalistic ethics.

Members of The Hurricane spoke with the presidents of SSI, its advisor, UM Communications and administrators in an attempt to gain access to the event. The Student Handbook and media policies were also consulted to determine the student-journalists’ rights.

The Hurricane determined the event was required to be open to all students because it was at least partially funded by SAFAC. UM Communications was also able to grant The Hurricane media access.

Upon arrival, TMH reporters were denied entry because they were allegedly not on the list of 150 reserved seats. While standing in the waitlist line, a reporter from UMTV was allowed in, even though they had registered after TMH and not consulted with administration or UM Communications.

Although there remains no clear policy, it is understood that student journalists are allowed access to cover public events on campus, even if there are no reserved seats available.

Allowing SSI to pick and choose what student media publications could gain access to the event sets the standard that students can pick and choose when the media can report on issues.

This effectively works to silence TMH when it is simply trying to cover an event, incident or concern relevant to the community.

FACA: It is a privilege to remain silent

The University now has the opportunity to communicate effectively on an issue that will either cost students thousands of dollars or cost the University some of their most intelligent and committed students.

Every student that has committed to the University of Miami has done so with the understanding that they could pursue multiple majors. It was emphasized on the University’s website and reiterated in prospective student info sessions as a selling point for the school. At least 30% of students with more than one major or minor receive federal or state aid.

All of these students are now at risk of losing the aid that allows them to be students at UM following the University’s change to the fnancial aid policies known as the Financial Aid Course Audit (FACA). But none of them understand exactly what FACA entails or how it will directly impact them because the University has neglected to communicate this information with students. In past cases of controversy, the University could remain silent to try and suppress the dialogue. For the SAE and dead cats stories, concerns only directly affected a select group of students, and UM could count on everyone else

forgetting about it.

FACA is not the same. It affects every student enrolled at or applying to UM. By remaining silent UM is only procrastinating delivering the diffcult message: federal and state aid won’t cover additional majors or minors.

It is time they say something about it.

For weeks, The Hurricane has worked diligently to ascertain the details of this change and has been met with roadblocks. While trying to explain the policy for the school, we repeatedly requested interviews from Assistant Vice President of Financial Assistance Daniel Barkowitz and other top offcials to clarify it. We were ignored or redirected, repeatedly.

As early as fall 2023, University offcials reportedly learned that they would need to change University policies to prohibit students from using federal or state aid to pursue multiple majors, affecting an estimated 10% of students.

The University waited until the beginning of March, a few weeks before class selection for the fall 2024 semester, to share this information even though they knew it was coming. Even then, it was only sent to those in violation of the policy, not the student body.

We are the newspaper, not ’Canes Central. Students shouldn’t be relying on our reporting alone to make life changing decisions about their academic futures.

We still can’t confrm if UM merit scholarships are included in this policy because school offcials refuse to reply to us, aside from one statement reiterating the online policy.

Students have also been met with next to no information.

The email “warned” students about not complying with a presumably well-known University policy, despite the policy not existing online until March 4. Itl dangled the student’s fnancial aid over their head, threatening them with revoking it if the student failed to comply with the University’s policy.

However, students don’t know what the University policy is. Advisors have told students that their merit scholarships are included in the

policy, aren’t included in the policy or won’t be included in the policy for another semester. Some advisors do not even know about the FACA policy.

The situation has grown so severe that the Student Government Senate has put a bill on the foor requesting the University send an email to all students laying out the details of the policy.

Students have also been reaching out to reporters at The Hurricane, hoping that we can provide them with guidance for what to do about their situation. These students are anxious that they will be forced to graduate early or forced to pay tens of thousands of dollars because they’re not complying with this mysterious policy.

The Hurricane is happy to provide the information we can, but we should not be flling in for students’ advisors. We are the newspaper, not ’Canes Central. Nor should students be relying on our reporting alone to make life changing decisions about their academic futures.

The University has an undeniable responsibility to notify students of its policy change, with enough advance that they can adjust their schedules and must email students and families of the exact details of this change.

Frost: The ‘This and’ school

BY ALEJANDRA MORALES CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Ranked as the No. 1 music school in Florida and among the top 10 in the country, the Frost School of Music steps away from traditional-style conservatory music institutions and empowers students to curate unique experiences in a world-class setting.

Frost is undeniably a powerhouse, radiant with innovative musicians paving the way for future generations to come. Frost Dean Shelton “Shelly” Berg outlines the mission the school hopes to grant for their students.

“At this school, we’re the ‘this and’ school,” Berg said. “The Frost school encourages people to do what our motto is. To build yourself at the Frost School, and we empower people to curate unique experiences among the many world-class oferings at this school.”

Dean Berg emphasizes the one of a kind experiential music curriculum Frost ofers allowing students the ability to dip their fnger in every aspect of the music industry.

“We have the Frost method curriculum, which is unlike any other,” Berg said. “Being able to create music even if you’re a classical musician. Understanding the business of music. Being able to teach others. Understanding how to use the technologies in music. Being able to think critically and contextually.”

This distinctive approach called “through-lines” successfully impacts the careers of Frost students by weaving the methods together. Julia Barrist, a junior music industry major with a minor in creative American music, describes the advantage she’s gained from receiving a diverse set of courses within the music industry.

“I feel like I’m able to go into any industry scenario and have a default understanding of what they do and how they do it,” Barrist said.

The recent surge of social media and use of internet outlets for adver-

tising has pivoted the approach musicians take towards building an audience and using these technological advances to their advantage.

“Technology and the internet have democratized being a musician,” Berg said.

Technology continues to advance, and Frost ensures that its musicians do not miss out on learning this essential skill. Students fnd relief in knowing how the curriculum is preparing them.

Rajan Rao, a current freshman majoring in musical performance, appreciates that taking a music technology class prepares classical and jazz majors like him to be a musician in the 21st century.

“I had the opportunity to take a music tech class in my frst semester, and it gave me the opportunity to learn the basics of producing, mixing, mastering tracks and that’s something you really don’t get at a normal conservatory-style school,” Rao said.

Apart from innovative courses, the faculty at Frost plays an important role in the formation of the next generation of groundbreaking musicians.

“I think we have really great professors in our program, specifcally great people, talented people, Grammywinning nominated people,” said Devon Sellers, a Frost student majoring in modern artist development and entrepreneurship and minoring in creative American music.

Adyna Silverberg, a sophomore majoring in music industry with a minor in creative American music, emphasizes the importance of faculty-tostudent ratio and the infuence it had on her decision to attend Frost.

“The ratio of teacher to students was very low and I like having a oneon-one relationship with my professors,” Silverberg said.

The supportive environment Frost ofers is another factor that sets the institution apart from other highly competitive music conservatories. The curated culture fostered by the faculty proves to be a pillar through the vulnerability students experience

when performing and creating art.

“What I like about our culture is that our students are not trying to get ahead by beating each other out of opportunity,” Berg said. “The culture here is that they feel that they want to help each other get ahead.”

Students agree that the distinct Frost environment is a desirable place to receive a high-level education.

“I talked to a professor before coming to school and she said that everyone at Frost was really close-knit and a family,” Barrist said. “At music school, it can often get really competitive, and that’s not really my vibe, so I was looking for a more happy, uplifting environment.”

Aside from the courses included within the curriculum, Frost ofers a wide variety of student-run organizations and clubs where students can practice the skills they learned in class frsthand.

“I go to my clubs after school and I’m able to get more of a real-life application of what I’m learning and that’s been really valuable. I feel in a weird way like I’ve grown the most from those real-life applications up to what I’m being taught in the class room.” Barrist said.

While some Frost students express their contentment with their edu cation, others agree that the next steps to improve the school would be new practice rooms. The current practice rooms in the Fos ter

building present numerous problems for students, preventing them from practicing comfortably.

“If you’re in music school, you should be able to practice,” Cowell said. “Just from my experience, if you go in during the day and you’re not doing weird hours and you haven’t reserved the room, you can’t get a room.”

The difculty in fnding an available room to practice can be an inconvenience, and the mold within the building — previously covered by UMTV and TMH —has also raised concerns.

“Everyone knows there’s mold in Foster,” Sellers said. “I feel it when I breathe in there. I don’t feel good in those practice rooms.”

Although the practice rooms could use improvement, other students express their sentimental attachment to the Foster building.

“There is a special charm to the Foster practice rooms because they are so old,” Barrist said. “I feel like there’s a happy home energy in there… it has character, it’s part of the Frost experience I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”

For the time being, Frost is prioritizing the technological advancements occurring within the industry, and

for their artistic use.

“Our goal is to be the most technologically forward music school in the country,” Berg said. “We now have a few classes with AI in music. We’ll be continuing to incubate surround video, surround sound, AI, virtual reality, augmented reality in the Knight Center and in the Hormel Innovation stage.”

Students agree that the technological advancements found only at Frost serve as incredible tools as they advance in their unique defnitions of musicianship.

“In terms of facilities, I think a lot of them are really great,” Colwell said. “I think that the recording studios are awesome. Just in terms of each recital hall and the microphones we have and the set up we have in each one is amazing.”

As to what’s next for Frost, Berg stressed the precedence of upholding the prestige of Frost by providing resources to their students.

“My biggest priority as dean is for people like you,” Berg said.

To learn more about the Frost School of Music, visit www.frost. miami.edu.

Emily Rice // Staff Photographer

The Knight Center for Music Innovation at the University of Miami Coral Gables campus.

Senior-Send Off Week to honor ‘COVID Class’ graduating seniors

BY ALICE REICH CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The University of Miami “COVID Class” — a nickname given to 2020 graduates — will get a proper farewell this year. Senior Send-Of Week, a packed six days full of events honoring the 2024 graduating class, kicks of at the Lakeside Patio on Monday, April 15 at noon.

“I’m hoping it’s extra special since we didn’t get to have a proper freshman orientation or really even a frst football season,” said Natalie Lewis, a senior majoring in Judaic studies and international relations.

Throughout the week, seniors will get to participate in events ranging from volunteering to music and sports. On Tuesday, seniors can stop by Pavia Garage to pick up cofee and breakfast at “Good Morning (Senior), Commuters,” then end the day with

senior trivia at the Rathskeller.

Seniors looking to give back to the community can participate in a volunteer fair on Wednesday at the Rock Plaza from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m..

A music-flled Thursday will feature a “Senior Patio Jams” at Lakeside Patio and “Senior Day” at the Rat in collaboration with DJ Thursday.

“I’m looking forward to the events at the Rat. My friends and I have spent a good amount of time at the Rat this semester enjoying our last few months and refecting on our time at UM, so it will be fun to get to do that with more of our graduating class,” Lewis said.

The weekend will start strong with a baseball game dedicated to the senior class as the ’Canes baseball team plays against Louisville at 7 p.m. Saturday night’s Commencement Ball — held at the Shalala Student Center from 7-11 p.m. — will end the Senior Send-Of festivities. The ball is particularly exciting for some

students, especially those who missed out on their senior prom in 2020.

The majority of this year’s UM graduates missed out on high school end-of-year celebrations like prom and award ceremonies, instead receiving their diplomas virtually or via a drive-by commencement.

Ongoing COVID-19 restrictions also hindered a traditional start to college. Instead of the typical socialization, the then freshmen wore masks around campus, experienced a virtual orientation and attended classes from their dorm rooms.

Gabrielle Mraz, a senior majoring in computer science and classics, recalled how the pandemic disrupted the start of her college experience.

“Freshman year, it was hard to meet new people because of the COVID-19 policies,” Mraz said. “I met friends from my foor at Stanford, and the people I am ending my senior year with are the people I’ve only met because of that.”

Whether they are fans of trivia, music and sports or simply graduating this semester, Senior Send-Of will be a week to remember for seniors that will mark the end of their time as undergraduates.

“We were all sad that we missed out on our high school graduation

and our freshman year of college, but I think we made the most of our time in college nonetheless,” Lewis said. “May 10 will be extra special for us because we aren’t just walking for our college selves, but for our high school selves as well.”

The next ‘Room Where It Happens’: New theatre arts building in progress

BY RILEY SIMON STAFF WRITER

After moving out of their old home in Hecht Residential College and conducting classes and rehearsals in a former church on Red Road, UM theatre students will fnally get a new classroom building.

Designed by Mateu Architecture, the building is set to be 15,000 square feet with two stories, several classrooms, a dance studio and a small black box theatre. The complex, headed by ANF Group, Inc., is already in construction and is set to be fnished before the spring 2025 semester.

According to School Construction News, the complex will contain a performance space, concessions areas, classrooms, dressing rooms, a student lounge and an IT center.

The theatre department, formerly

located in Hecht Residential College, had to fnd an alternative location after the residential college was torn down in May of 2022.

For the past two years, theatre students have been trekking to class in the renovated First United Methodist Church on Red Road and Ponce de Leon, right across from the Red Road Commons Apartments.

While this is a nearby location for students living in the adjacent apartments, the closest UM shuttle stops are 5-10 minute walks away, making the location inconvenient for those with classes on the main campus.

“I miss walking around campus, getting food and seeing other students outside our program,” said Maggie Rabitsch, a junior majoring in musical theatre.

Ian Luk, a musical theatre junior, noted that having classes so close together means theatre students often

run into each other, something that contributes to the family-like environment of the BFA program.

“It does feel a bit cramped at times, but overall it’s been decently positive,” Luk said.

A recent $3 million donation from UM alumna Jayne Baron Sherman, an award-winning producer in theater, flm and television, will go toward the new building’s facilities, as well as future UM Theatre productions and maintenance for the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre.

The name might ring a bell because the Alvin Sherman Family Stage in the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre is named for her late father’s generous donation.

“As someone who dreams of being a professional in the entertainment industry, a donation like this means the world to me,” said Isabella Letorney, a freshman majoring in musical

theatre. “I’m so incredibly happy that it will also give us more freedom, benefts and new opportunities for the already amazing productions the theatre arts program puts on.”

Regarding the construction process, Erick Cervantes, ANF Group’s assistant project manager, shared how his team is minimizing disruptions on campus.

“Working around class schedules, keeping noise to a minimum, and having minimal presence on campus is all part of our efort to be as least disruptive as possible,” Cervantes said. Students look forward to the various amenities that the new building ofers.

“I think I’m most excited about the green room that they’re adding,” Luk said. “That was one of the best parts of operating out of Hecht because we could all gather in a common area and hang around while still inside. It’s a feature that’s sorely

missed at the Red Roads building.”

Letorney is especially excited about the building’s dance space.

“Dancing in a much more spacious studio gives us the opportunity to explore grander choreography and become stronger dancers, considering we have more room to move,” Letorney said.

Students in the theatre department have shared nothing but pride and excitement about the expansion of their facilities.

Letorney expressed that students in the BFA program are ready for a new space.

“I think the new building symbolizes the University’s value for the arts within campus culture,” Letorney said.

“I am beyond excited for the new theatre arts building,” Rabitsch said. “Not only does it look stunning, but I cannot wait to return to campus for my senior year.”

Sharron Lou // Contributing Photographer Sebastian the Ibis teaches the crowd how to do the ’Canes spellout during a pep rally on Oct. 6, 2023.

Tricia Cullop

Miami hires new WBB HC

BY CARTER LUTZ STAFF WRITER

The University of Miami has hired Tricia Cullop to become the next head coach for Miami women’s basketball, the school announced on Friday, April 5.

Cullop spent 16 seasons at the University of Toledo and is the Rockets’ all-time winningest head coach. Known as one of the most successful mid-major coaches in the country, Cullop transformed the Midwest program to national prominence.

“We are excited to welcome Tricia to the University of Miami family,” Miami Athletic Director Dan Radakovich said. “Tricia is a proven winner who understands what it takes to build a championship culture, develop talent, mentor student-athletes, and generate excitement around a program.”

During her 16 seasons with the team, the 52-year-old was named Mid-American Conference Coach of the Year six times, lead Toledo to 11 postseason trips, fve MAC regular-season championships, two MAC tournament championships and an NJIT championship in 2011.

Cullop takes over as the eighth coach in Miami’s WBB program history after Katie Meier’s retirement in March 2024.

This opportunity is a dream come true,” Cullop said. “Miami has a world-class education, winning tradition, competes in the one of top conferences in the country, and is in a beautiful location. While I will be eternally grateful for the opportunity given to me by the University of Toledo 16 years ago, I am also extremely excited for the challenge of what lies ahead.”

In the 2023-24 season, Cullop led Toledo to a 28-6 record while going 17-1 in conference play. In the past three seasons, the Rockets have had 86 wins. After fnishing the year 19-12 and being bounced in the second round of the ACC tournament, the Hurricanes welcome a coach who built a perennial winner at her previous school.

Hot Board 1.0: Who is MBB targeting in the transfer portal?

BY LUKE SIMS & QUINN SHEEHAN SENIOR STAFF WRITER & STAFF WRITER

A disappointing season for Miami men’s basketball has led to an offseason of hopeful improvent, as the coaching staff’s priority turns to bettering the team.

With the incoming additions of highlyranked recruits Jalil Bethea and Austin Swartz, Miami will also look toward an increasing pool of talented players in the transfer portal to sure up its roster going into the 2024-25 season. Here are a few names to look out for in the coming weeks and months.

Adou Thiero, Guard, Kentucky Wildcats

The 6-foot-8 guard has entered his name into the transfer portal and the NBA draft, so Miami will have to monitor that situation as the draft approaches.

Thiero is a do-it-all player. The sophomore can rebound, defend and play multiple positions due to his size as a guard. His three-point shooting leaves a bit to be desired, but Thiero has shown prowess in almost all other areas of the game and would be a wel-

comed addition to a Miami team whose depth was paper-thin by the end of the season.

Thiero averaged 7.2 points and 5.0 rebounds while shooting a solid 49.2% from the feld in 21.3 minutes per game last season with the Wildcats.

Miami is looking to get bigger this offseason, and a tall, skilled guard like Thiero has all the offerings that the Hurricanes want. Miami has already reached out to Thiero among a myriad of other notable programs, such as Oregon, Arizona and Gonzaga, according to ESPN’s Jeff Borzello.

Tre Dinkins, Guard, Canisius Golden Griffns

Dinkins is a name that falls under the radar, as he played last season for a less-than-stellar Canisius team. However, he showed off his scoring ability, averaging 15.4 points per game while shooting 41% on feld goal attempts and 36.5% from behind the arc.

Dinkins’ play landed him Third-Team AllMetro Atlantic Athletic Conference recognition, as he led his team in scoring, assists and three-pointers made. He is only 6-foot-2, but his consistent scoring ability is impossible

to ignore, as he scored over 20 points in six games last season and even put up a 17-point performance against Syracuse.

Dinkins has received attention from notable mid-majors and prominent programs alike, with Miami right in the mix.

“They’re defnitely someone to consider,” Dinkins told Izubee Charles of On3 when asked about his interest in joining Miami.

Jahsean Corbett, Guard, Chicago State Cougars

Another tall guard with lots of skill is Corbett from Chicago State. While the level of competition may not have been the greatest for Corbett, his skills would transfer well to Division I and Miami basketball.

Last season at Chicago State, Corbett averaged 15.4 points and 7.7 rebounds per game while leading a subpar Cougars team. Corbett’s outside shooting could use some work, as he only shot 28.7% from three-point land.

Corbett does a tremendous job of using his size on the defensive end of the ball to get rebounds and help in zone schemes.

Another connection Corbett has to Miami is that he used to play for Showtime Ballers, the travel basketball program that Miami guard Paul Djobet and center Lynn Kidd played for. The 6-foot-7 junior would get a chance to return to Florida, where he is originally from.

Nicholas Boyd, Guard, Florida Atlantic

A New York native, Boyd would get a chance to stay in South Florida. Boyd comes from a crosstown rival in FAU. With a change in head coach, Boyd, along with many of his teammates, hit the transfer portal in search of a new home.

Boyd could excel in the role that former Miami guard Bensley Joseph flled for the ’Canes – a strong defensive presence with the ability to shoot the three ball.

Last season for the Owls, Boyd averaged 9.3 points per game, making 34.1% of his threepoint shots and 40% the season before.

Boyd would also come to Miami with Final Four experience. The sophomore went to the Final Four with the Owls in 2023 and was in the NCAA tournament this past season, where his team was bounced in the frst round. Having someone with experience in that environment would be pivotal for the group of young players Miami has coming in.

After Miami got some size in the portal early on with the additions of Kidd and forward Brandon Johnson, it is now targeting guards who could help the team both in shooting and depth.

Roberta Macedo // Graphics Editor

Roberta Macedo // Graphics Editor

Arteaga: Leading communities, not just Miami’s baseball team

BY LUKE SIMS SENIOR STAFF WRITER

J.D. Arteaga’s history with the University of Miami goes farther than being named as the 10th head coach of the baseball team last fall. From the Miami area, Arteaga played his college baseball career at UM and served as an assistant coach for 22 years. Through triumph and tragedy, Arteaga’s path has led him to where he is, and now — at the helm of his alma mater.

Miami retired Arteaga’s No. 33 on Feb. 5, 2003 for his stellar performances during his four years as a pitcher in Coral Gables. Arteaga helped lead his team to the College World Series as a player, and now he’ll try and do it as a coach.

“We could win 12 national championships and I’d want 13,” Arteaga said. “I’m not one that is driven by failure, I just want to be the best anytime we do something.”

That mantra of being “the best” is one that Arteaga continues to instill in his players. While Arteaga is coaching a baseball team, he’s also mentoring his players.

The sport of baseball can teach a player many things. Arteaga recognizes that beautiful part of the game and does his best to make sure his players understand that as well.

“Teamwork is one lesson. It’s a team sport,” Arteaga said. “Sacrifce is one. I don’t think any other sport has a stat under sacrifce. I mean you actually give yourself up for your team to advance another runner. There’s no other sport that teaches that. Perseverance. It’s a game of failure, especially as a hitter. If you are successful 30% of the time you’re considered one of the all time best. If a surgeon failed 70% of their surgeries they are not going to be very good.”

While the title has changed from pitching coach to head coach, Arteaga does not feel like his role with the team has changed all that much. He’s still the same old J.D.

“From my end no, but from the players perspective, I sense it’s a little different,” Arteaga said. “With the assistant coach you are a little more open in talking to you but when I try to approach guys in the way I always have they are a little more standoffsh. I’m doing my best to continue that relationship with each and every player and I think it’s important that you care about them as human beings frst.”

Junior lefty Rafe Schlesinger was coached by Arteaga for his frst two years, and now Schlesinger has Arteaga as his head coach. Arteaga worked with Schlesinger on both the mental and physical side of his game and in his third year, all that work is paying off on the mound.

“J.D. keeps it a good mix,” Schlesinger said. “He keeps you at a distance where you respect him but

he knows when someone needs that extra lovin’ that maybe they are slacking right now, he’ll be there for you, he’s got a tremendous feel for that stuff and he reads players greatly.”

Arteaga wants to be able to support his community now, in a way that his community supported him when he was younger. This place has a special place in his heart, but it’s not about the location, it’s about the people.

“When I was 15 years old my dad passed away and there were a lot of people who played a role in getting to where I was, to stay on the path and do things the right way,” Arteaga said. “And when my son passed away fve years ago, the rally around me and my family was, not sure we could be where we are without them.”

Arteaga has surrounded himself with a group of excellent individuals in his community and in his coaching staff especially, there are incredibly wise minds helping Arteaga navigate this frst season as a head coach.

One of those is Laz Gutierrez, who took over the role of pitching coach when Arteaga was promoted to head coach. Gutierrerz and Arteaga have similar theories when it comes to how pitching should be taught, but they are not all the same.

“We joke about it all the time,” Gutierrez said. “Because we’ve always talked about pitching, and obviously our origins, our foundations come from similar things having pitched here so the philosophies are very similar but as soon as you start working alongside each other, there are certain differences and I think those differences play off of each other and allow us to grow and see a different perspective that maybe you had not thought about.”

The two work together to create a winning culture that cares about the success of the players as individuals, the wins come as a byproduct of the culture that Arteaga strives to lead and develop.”

“It’s an honor. An honor to have to title but it does not change anything about the way I feel about doing the job. It’s always been about winning and producing not just great baseball players but husbands and fathers and friends,” Arteaga said. “The players come frst, always have, even as a pitching coach, always the same thing, I just oversee a few more guys.”

Baseball has been woven into every part of Arteaga’s life. From a young child to his current role as a leader of men, the lessons he’s learned shaped him into the strong role model he is today.

Last week, Arteaga was tapped into Iron Arrow –the highest honor attained at the University of Miami. While this is his frst season at the helm of the program he knows and loves, Arteaga is more than ready to build a culture that his community can be proud of.

“He keeps you at a distance where you respect him but he knows when someone needs that extra lovin’. Maybe they are slacking right now, he’ll be there for you, he’s got a tremendous feel for that stuff and he reads players greatly.”

Rafe Schlesinger Junior ’25 Left-Handed Pitcher, Baseball

Miami Athletics // Contributed Photo

Miami baseball head coach J.D. Arteaga embraces a player during a game while he was an assistant coach.

Blue Devils mount huge comeback

Hurricanes baseball defeated after 11 innings

BY IAN GRAVES STAFF WRITER

When it looked like Miami was going to be able to slip out of Durham, North Carolina, with at least one win against the No. 9 ranked Blue Devils, Duke managed to come back from down six runs, and later three runs to stun UM in the series finale and complete the sweep.

The first of the two comebacks occurred in the eighth inning, as headed into the bottom of the eighth, the ’Canes were up 7-1 and looked like it had all the momentum after plating three runs in the top half.

In that inning, Duke sent 10 hitters to the plate, had four base hits, drew four free passes, faced three different Miami pitchers and scored six runs to tie the game, sucking the life out of the Hurricanes’ dugout.

Even after all of that madness, the ’Canes still had a chance to win, as the game ended up going to extra innings. The 10th frame was scoreless on both sides, but the 11th is where the madness picked right back up where it left off.

Miami punched first, scoring three runs in the top half of the 11th thanks to RBI knocks from Jacoby Long, Daniel Cuvet and Jack Scanlon.

Duke fired back in the bottom half against reliever Ben Chestnutt, drawing a walk and hitting an RBI single to get him removed from the game and cut the lead to two.

Ashton Crowther, who entered the game to replace Chestnutt, made a throwing error followed by a balk that was called on an attempted hidden ball trick by Dorian Gonzalez Jr., where the umpires claimed Crowther was on the mound when the tag was applied to the runner. The balk caused another Blue Devil to come across home plate, cutting Miami’s lead to just one.

The next batter, Wallace Clark, lined a single into left-center, driving in two runs to walk off the ’Canes and sweep the series.

In the early going, Miami was playing great due to a strong outing from starter Herick Hernandez, who threw a gem against an elite Duke offense that averages over nine runs a game. His final line was six innings pitched, one earned run, one walk and 10 strikeouts.

The offense also had a nice day, with Lorenzo Carrier coming up with two huge hits and three RBIs, including a 420-foot blast in the eighth inning.

Long and Gonzalez batted well, as each player recorded three hits. including a double and two RBIs.

Unfortunately for the Hurricanes, the bullpen could not continue Hernandez’s excellent outing, and as made obvious by the late Duke comebacks, cost UM the game.

The bullpen combined to pitch three innings, allow nine hits, walk five batters, hit two batters and give up nine runs.

Sims: Baseball weekend takeaways

BY LUKE SIMS SENIOR STAFF WRITER

The Miami Hurricanes played an underwhelming series on the road in Durham, North Carolina, where they were swept by Duke. The ‘Canes lost by a single run in every game of the series. Whether it was high or low scoring, the team could not find that extra gear to overcome a talented team on the road.

’Canes felt the heartbreak

This season, Miami has been known for its comeback wins. On Friday, Duke gave the ‘Canes a taste of their own medicine. A walk-off single propelled the Blue Devils past the Hurricanes, who were attempting to steal a game on the road against a top team in the ACC.

“It was a hard-fought game,” head coach J.D. Arteaga said. “We outhit them, 9-5, but they got the big three-run fifth inning and got a big hit when they needed it. That’s what wins games.”

Miami was once again outdone in the late innings on Saturday night. The Hurricanes were able to erase a four-run deficit, but in the bottom of the seventh, Miami lost the lead for the final time.

“We started getting a little bigger with our swings and trying to do too much,” Arteaga said. “It’s about consistency like I’ve been saying since day one. When we put nine innings together, we’re a tough team to beat.”

Miami felt the same again on Sunday night

as it fell by one run in an 11-inning clash. Miami saw its lead vanish twice before succeeding in the game and failing to salvage a single win out of this series.

“This is a tough one because we had the game won,” Arteaga said. “We gave it back to them in the eighth inning and then we did a great job of coming back by putting up a three-spot in the top of the 11th. Credit to them, but we gave them a lot of extra baserunners and extra opportunities, which is not going to work against good teams.”

Daniel Cuvet continues to shine

Cuvet is proving that his early season success was no beginners’ luck. Cuvet proved once again how important he is to this team, delivering clutch hits in both weekend games.

On Saturday, in a high leverage situation, Cuvet delivered the go-ahead run before Duke completed the comeback. Then, on Sunday, Cuvet provided another big hit to put the ‘Canes up late before losing the lead once again.

Cuvet has been instrumental in the Hurricanes’ offense this season and is now consistently delivering in big moments. The freshman is second on the team in batting average at .360, first on the team in OPS at 1.110 and second on the team in RBIs with 33. Cuvet is also the team leader in home runs with nine. The phenom has been excellent to start the season, his prowess and reputation are only growing as he continues to help Miami compete.

How into you is he?

1. Where does he spend his Friday night?

LIV

0-3 points; Run, Sebastian, Run

His frat house (refers to it as the “frouse”)

Cooking you dinner before you both head to Regatta

2. What is his most frequently used emoji?

3. When does he usually text you?

When his frat is throwing a pool party

In his business class

At the end of the day to make plans and check in on your day

4. What do you usually do together?

Pizza dates and Salt & Straw run

Netfix and chill

Go clubbing with your mutual friends

5. What is his most played artist?

Fisher

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Brent Faiyaz

Oh, babes, it seems like he’s about as interested in you as our school is in going to Hard Rock Stadium. If he’s giving you the same attention that he’s giving soggy fries at the dining hall, it might be time to toss this one back into the frat pool. Remember, you’re a delicious cold beer on a Thursday afternoon at The Rat — not a warm Kirkland seltzer on a Saturday. It’s time to fnd someone who’s hungry for what you’re serving!

4-6 points; Frustrating yellow lights on US1

Ah, it’s the classic scenario of the fraternity brother contemplating whether it’s time to swap out beer pong for intimate evenings with you. Keep those lines of communication open and see if he’s ready to trade keg stands for cuddles. Who knows? You might just be the one to tame this untamed spirit.

Don’t let desperation cloud your judgment or beg for his attention. That’ll only push him away. Keep your options open and stay busy enough not to dwell on him. If he’s ready, he’ll come to you.

7-10 points; Proposing to U

Your names will be etched on the stones outside the gym — trust me on that. He’s head over heels for you, and you’re one lucky soul. He’s falling for you faster than Lakeside’s rooms fll up. From those late-night texts that light up your phone to those easygoing exhilarating dates, it’s crystal clear he’s more infatuated than a tipsy girl is with Monty’s margaritas. Your University of Miami diplomas will adorn your walls, and your future kids will look to you both for inspiration in fnding a love like yours during their college days. After all, love like this doesn’t come around every day, so savor every moment like it’s the last bite of your favorite dessert.

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