Letter from the editor

Katie Karlson - July 9, 2025

Fellow ’Canes, Congratulations on joining the University of Miami community. I am thrilled to welcome you to our campus filled with sunshine, Cuban coffees, empanadas and dozens of opportunities. ...

Sebastian the Ibis among 5 honored in Mascot Hall of Fame in 2025

Katie Karlson - June 18, 2025

Sebastian the Ibis made mascot history on Tuesday morning, joining the Mascot Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on Good Morning America. UM’s iconic ibis is one of five professional and collegiate mascots r...

Dr. Dipen Parekh appointed new CEO of UHealth

Katie Karlson - June 3, 2025

Dr. Dipen Parekh has been named chief executive officer of UHealth and the executive vice president for health affairs as of Monday, June 2, following a unanimous Board of Trustees vote. Par...

Trump Administration walks back visa policy

Katie Karlson - April 25, 2025

After lawsuits from students and rallies led by angry professors, the Trump administration suddenly reversed its decision to cancel more than 1,500 visas held by international students. The ...

CSO Summit & Symposium educates students on sustainability in sports

Katie Karlson - April 25, 2025

At the eighth annual CSO Summit & Symposium, pioneers in incorporating sustainability across the sports industry shared how athletes can work to create a personal brand and build a career that is...

Shooting at Florida State University needs to be a catalyst for change

Katie Karlson - April 23, 2025

With only 11 days of classes left, UM’s campus was buzzing on Thursday, April 17. Students were wrapping up the year by studying for finals, attending award ceremonies and taking graduation photos.&n...

UM promotes green initiatives for an even greener future

Katie Karlson - April 7, 2025

Human-induced climate change is here, and it's here to stay. Rising temperatures and sea levels coupled with ozone degradation form our reality. While all of us play a role, larger corporations and e...

Measles outbreak highlights the need for vaccination

Katie Karlson - March 19, 2025

In Texas, more than just tumbleweeds roll through the west. After 25 years of eradication due to a highly effective vaccine, measles is back and currently ravaging Texas’s South Plains and Panhandle ...

It’s time to leave your home and go to the third place

Katie Karlson - March 5, 2025

Nearly half of Americans don’t leave their homes every day, and it’s easy to see why. With ever-evolving technology, the prevalence of work-from-home jobs and the invention of DoorDash, many people d...

The NFL fumbled by airing the controversial ‘Hims & Hers’ c...

Katie Karlson - February 12, 2025

By: Katie Karlson and Madeline Darby Super Bowl commercials have been a cultural phenomenon for years. However, this year, one commercial sparked widespread controversy and a heated debate about t...

123 Page 2 of 3

Katie Karlson

Katie Karlson is a junior from Houston, Texas, majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology with a minor in sustainable business. She joined The Hurricane freshman year and is thrilled to take on more responsibility as Editor-in-Chief. Katie looks forward to reading her peers' perspectives and continuing to represent the student body. Outside of the paper, Katie enjoys music, waterskiing and baking, and serves as a leader for the ‘Canes Science Bowl and a Dean's Ambassador for the College of Arts and Sciences.

© 2025 The Miami Hurricane is an independent, student-run organization that operates out of Coral Gables, Florida. All material belongs to The Miami Hurricane. This publication or portions thereof may not be reproduced without the prior written permission of The Miami Hurricane.

Katie Karlson

The Miami Hurricane

Sections

About

Stay Connected

Newsletter