Mora’s concert was a night full of escapism and energy

Gabriel Mena
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Mora’s concert was a night full of escapism and energy

I didn’t take many notes at Puerto Rican singer Mora’s show at the Kaseya Center on Dec. 7. Honestly, that feels fitting. His concert wasn’t the kind of night meant to be documented song by song. It was meant to be lived. 

From the moment I settled into Section 107, the energy had already taken over, turning the arena into a shared space of movement, noise and release. Mora didn’t just give us a concert — he gave us a night where thinking stopped and feeling took over.

The stage design reflected that intention. Mora didn’t rely on anything overly complicated. He only used a massive LED screen stretching across the back, an open stage that gave him room to move and a T-shaped extension that pushed him straight into the crowd. 

It felt intentional, like the focus was meant to stay on presence rather than spectacle. The dancers filled the space with motion, while Mora used the runway to close the distance between himself and the audience.

The crowd around us was locked in. Everyone was singing, jumping and feeding off each other’s excitement. At some point, we even made friends with the people behind us, a group just as passionate, and Puerto Rican like me,  which only amplified the sense of community in the room. Mora’s music didn’t just play to the crowd, it connected us.

The moment that completely shut my brain off was when he performed “Memorias.” Every time that track hits, it feels like a switch flips. 

The lights exploded, the drops hit heavy and the entire place moved as one. It’s pure high-energy escapism and he kind of song that turns a concert into a party without trying too hard.

The night closed with “Detrás de Tu Alma,” one of the most iconic tracks from Mora’s newest album. It’s a slower, sadder track, but beautifully orchestrated and intentional. 

While I personally would’ve loved “Memorias” as the closer, ending with “Detrás de Tu Alma” felt symbolic. It symbolized Mora stepping into a new era, choosing reflection over chaos to end the night.

In the end, Mora’s show reminded me why live music matters. It wasn’t about capturing videos or tracking a setlist, it was about being present and letting the music take you somewhere else for a few hours. For a night, nothing else mattered, and that’s exactly what Mora does best.

How Von Dutch and Jake Paul are dressing Miami for fight night

Valentina Mena
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How Von Dutch and Jake Paul are dressing Miami for fight night

As Miami prepares to host Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua’s boxing match Dec. 19, fashion is stepping into the spotlight Paul’s body care brand, W, and streetwear label Von Dutch’s collaboration arm, Von Dutch Loves, are collaborating to make new clothes that blends athletic energy, Y2K nostalgia and Miami’s signature personality.

Designed by Lindsey Falack, a University of Miami alum and creative lead for Von Dutch Loves, the collection translates Paul’s bold public persona into wearable pieces meant to move seamlessly from training sessions to fight night.

“Jake is loud, disruptive and instantly gets attention,” Falack said. “He’s also gone through such a transformation, from YouTuber to professional boxer, and that evolution really shaped how I approached the collection.”

Rather than leaning heavily into graphics or patterns, Falack focused on restraint. The collection is centered in a black-on-black palette, with subtle textures and silhouettes designed for everyday wear. Neon yellow accents pulled from W’s branding punctuate the pieces, serving as visual markers of Paul’s high-energy presence.

“The neon represents his loudness and disruptiveness,” Falack said. “But I wanted the collection to feel elevated and wearable, something you could actually put on every day.”

Lindsay Falack uses subtle textures and neon yellow in the Von Dutch Loves x W collection to highlight Paul’s personality in and out of the boxing ring. Photo Courtesy of Von Dutch Loves.

Key pieces include a varsity jacket with embroidered patches, a muscle tee inspired by Paul’s athletic style, a classic white tee and a lineup of trucker hats, an accessory long associated with Von Dutch’s early 2000s identity. 

Falack noted that the hats, particularly a brown suede version, have quickly become fan favorites for their elevated take on the traditional trucker silhouette.

While Von Dutch is often synonymous with Y2K fashion, Falack said nostalgia alone did not drive the design process. Instead, she prioritized versatility and audience connection.

“Von Dutch already has that Y2K DNA,” she said. “I was really thinking about what Jake would want to wear and what his fans would want to wear, something that works for training, going out or walking to the ring.”

That flexibility aligns naturally with Miami’s fashion culture, where athleisure often doubles as nightlife attire. Falack, who credits Miami as a formative space in her creative development, said the city’s influence was present throughout the design process.

“Miami fashion is bold and confident,” Falack said. “It’s always in the back of my mind, especially with the fight happening here.”

Behind the scenes, the collaboration unfolded at a rapid pace. Falack revealed that the entire collection, from design to production and shipping, came together in just one week to meet Paul’s training schedule and a last-minute photoshoot.

“It was hectic, but exciting,” Falack said. “We were designing, producing and coordinating logistics all at once. There were moments we were on the phone with FedEx making sure everything arrived on time.”

Falack worked closely with Paul throughout the process, presenting ideas and refining designs based on his feedback.

“It was very back-and-forth,” Falack said. “He was really involved and had a strong vision for what felt authentic to him.”

The collaboration also brought Falack back to where she started making her creative vision. As a UM alum who studied creative advertising and marketing, she credits campus organizations such as Distraction Magazine and Orange Umbrella with shaping her professional confidence and creative direction.

“UM really allowed me to explore different interests and meet people who shared that curiosity,” Falack said. “Those experiences pushed me to put myself out there and ultimately led me to where I am now.”

With an after-party planned following the fight, she said versatility is key. Outfits that transition from arena seating to late-night celebrations are likely to dominate the crowd, blending sporty silhouettes with statement accessories.Elevated athleisure garments are a must for 2026.  

“Long shorts, boots, a bodysuit and statement jewelry are going to be everywhere,” Falack said.

Falack also hinted that Paul himself may wear pieces from the collection during fight week, further tying the new clothes line to the spectacle. 

According to Falack, members of Paul’s team and inner circle are expected to wear the collection as well, reinforcing its presence beyond the ring.

With the W x Von Dutch Loves collection, fashion becomes part of the spectacle surrounding Paul’s fight, reflecting how sport, streetwear and identity intersect in Miami

Henderson shines as ‘Canes Hoops beat FIU 98-81

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Henderson shines as ‘Canes Hoops beat FIU 98-81

On a Tuesday night at the Watsco Center, Miami Hurricanes true freshman guard Shelton Henderson shined against cross-town rival FIU in a 98-81 victory. Henderson had his best night of his young career, putting up a career-high 30 points against the Panthers.

FIU (5-4) came in hot, keeping the ‘Canes (10-2) at bay and exchanging leads back and forth for the first 20 minutes of play.

“We knew we had an opponent that was going to punch back,” said Miami head coach Jai Lucas after the game. “Even when we made runs, they did too.”

Tied at 43 at half, thanks to a Malik Reneau score as well as Henderson’s free throws and layup before the buzzer, Miami contemplated the shocking offensive front put on by FIU thus far. UM struggled mightily in the first half from beyond the arc, shooting just 1-for-10 from three.

Miami’s Men’s Basketball team huddles together versus BYU on Nov. 27 2025. Photo Credit: University of Miami Athletics

Ultimately, the second half would fare much better for the Hurricanes.

In the first four minutes of the second, Miami would hold an eight-point lead at a forced timeout by the Panthers.

Tru Washington’s six points, as well as Timo Malovec’s corner-three brought the score to 56-48.

Despite some tough play by FIU bringing the score to within five, Tre Donaldson contributed some clutch points on a jumper and a three-pointer, setting the score at 80-66.

Also contributing to the 98-point final tally was Ernest Udeh Jr, who registered a game-high eight rebounds, as well as 12 individual points.

The highlight of the night, though, was Henderson, who despite an injured heel managed to set his own personal scoring record.

“I think my main thing is being versatile,” Henderson said after the game. “I can do more than one thing on the court, whether that’s playmaking, getting downhill, or just guarding.”

Fans should keep an eye on Henderson as the ‘Canes look to their next game, and last of non-conference play on Sunday, Dec. 21, against North Florida at the Watsco Center. Tipoff at the Watsco Center is set for 4 p.m.

Photo Credit: Makena Wong, Photo Editor // Miami Hurricane basketball players talk following a time out against Jacksonville on Nov. 3, 2025 at the Watsco Center.

No. 10 Miami ready to take on No. 7 Texas A&M in CFP showdown

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No. 10 Miami ready to take on No. 7 Texas A&M in CFP showdown

After a rollercoaster season full of promise, heartache, and hope, the Miami Hurricanes are ready to lay it all on the line in their first ever College Football Playoff appearance. 

Miami will face SEC foe Texas A&M, a program that thrives off the energy of a packed Kyle Field, widely regarded as one of the most hostile environments in college football.

The two teams have met five times before, including two matchups in the past five years. Most recently, Miami defeated the Aggies 48–33 during an early-season thriller at Hard Rock Stadium in 2023.

The Aggies (11-1, 7-1 SEC) are coming off an 11-1 season, with their lone loss coming against the Texas Longhorns in Week 14. Miami and Texas A&M have one common opponent this year in Notre Dame. The Hurricanes won 27-24 on Aug. 31 and the Aggies won 41-40 on Sept. 13 in a thriller.

Texas A&M is led by redshirt sophomore quarterback Marcel Reed, who has thrown for 2,932 yards and 25 touchdowns as well as using his legs for 466 rushing yards.

Against the Longhorns, Reed threw for 180 yards which was tied for his lowest amount of passing yards of the season in a complete game. The only other time he did that was against Missouri State earlier in this season.

Miami (10-2, 6-2 ACC) has had to deal with dual-threat quarterbacks all season like USF’s Byrum Brown and FSU’s Tommy Castellanos and have succeeded. UM has held all dual-threat quarterbacks they have faced this season to a combined 74 rushing yards. But, Miami head Mario Cristobal acknowledged that Reed is another type of talent.

David Lebowitz, Staff Photographer – Freshman Wide Reciever Malachi Toney reaches the ball over the goal line before stepping out of bounds against FSU on October 4, 2025.

“Well, certainly Marcel Reed is the best [quarterback] that we played. I mean, what you learn is that if you’re not disciplined, you’re going to pay the price and chunk plays,” Cristobal said to the media on Monday. “Extended plays, improvisations, guys just breaking free. And you’re looking at a quarterback that keeps his eyes down the field, has a great connection with his wide receivers.”

When the Aggies offense is operating at their best, Reed and junior wideout KC Concepcion is something that will scare any opposing team. The transfer from NC State, who was just named an AP All-American, has 896 yards and nine receiving touchdowns on the season. Concepcion is a fast and twitchy receiver that can bring in any ball Reed throws to him.

Texas A&M also features a top-25 run offense with Reed being second on the team in rushing yards.

However, Miami has a weapon of its own in superstar freshman Malachi Toney. The 18-year old prodigy has been nothing short of sensational, hauling in 970 yards and having some of his best performances of the season in recent matchups against Virginia Tech and Pitt.

Despite sixth-year redshirt senior Carson Beck having experience in SEC atmospheres during his time at Georgia, this will be the first he plays in College Station.

“The atmosphere and the environment is going to be next to none, and for us that means focusing on our preparation,” Beck said.

Coming into the game, the Aggies have the best third down defense in the country. The Hurricanes convert the ball 47% on third down this season while Texas A&M has held teams to roughly 23% conversion rate. 

Fourth-year junior linebacker Corey Flagg, Jr. celebrates a defensive stop in the third quarter of Miami’s game versus Texas A&M at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 9, 2023. Photo credit: Jared Lennon

It will be no easy feat, but look for Beck to get the ball out of his hand fast and get early chunk plays.

“A very physical, explosive, extremely highly technical defensive front. Like they win their one on ones,” Cristobal said about Texas A&M’s defense.“Sometimes their best third down stuff is just rushing the four guys because they’re so explosive, they’re so quick, they’re so powerful, they get their hands on people, and they get rid of blockers.”

Redshirt senior defensive end Cashius Howell ranks fifth in the country and second in the SEC with 11.5 sacks on the year. 

While Howell does the elusiveness to get to the quarterback, he will face one of the best offensive lines in the country led by junior Francis Mauigoa, who was just named an AP All-American. Miami holds one of the lowest pressure and sack rates in the country.

This is the biggest and most rowdy crowd Miami will face this season meaning that noise can play a factor in pre snap penalties, something that UM has struggled on at times this season. When Miami played SMU in early November, six of its 12 penalties were before the snap.

“You know, we had some issues with pre-snap penalties, but we haven’t had any issues after we’ve addressed a few things, and we feel very confident in our ability to communicate and process without pre-snap penalties,” Miami offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson said.

For every player on both sides of the ball, this game means something. But for Mauigoa and Reuben Bain Jr., it means even more. They endured the tough times early in their careers as Hurricanes, believed in Cristobal, and now have the opportunity to play in the biggest game of their careers.

On the injury front, Mark Fletcher Jr. is healthy and ready to help the run game. Cristobal also felt strongly that defensive back Keionte Scott has a chance to play after suffering a lower body injury against NC State.

Kickoff in College Station is scheduled for Saturday at 11 a.m. local time (noon ET) and the game will air on ESPN/ABC.

credit: Alexandra Fisher // Junior wide receiver Jacolby George runs through the end zone for his first touchdown in the fourth quarter of Miami’s game against Texas A&M at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 9, 2023.

Three seats leave Republicans weak in Senate ahead of midterms

Lazaro Chavez
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Three seats leave Republicans weak in Senate ahead of midterms

On Sept. 2, Iowa senator Joni Ernst announced that she would not be seeking a third term in the US Senate, becoming the fourth republican not to seek reelection. With Ernst’s decision, Republicans are now left with four seats to fill to keep their 53 seat majority. 

This begs the question:Who can the GOP turn to for such a daunting task?

Aside from Ernst, Senators Mitch McConnell of Kentucky and Thomas Tillis of North Carolina are set to retire at the end of their terms in 2027, while Tommy Tubberville of Alabama is seeking the governorship of his home state. 

In Iowa’s case, right behind Ernst’s announcement came Trump ally Congresswoman Ashley Hinson who entered the race to succeed her. While Ernst holds a very conservative voting record, Hinson is arguably more in line with the America first agenda,voting in favor of the big beautiful bill alongside the rest of the Iowa’s house delegation and defending the president’s decision to not meet with Democrats amid the shutdown. She was reelected to her house seat by 57% of the vote and bolstered a strong fundraising network. This Iowa opening underscores the urgency of recruiting viable GOP replacements — an issue mirrored in North Carolina.

North Carolina is where Republicans must come to bat. Former Governor Roy Cooper has already declared his candidacy for the senate. Cooper is a popular former Governor who was elected in 2016 and 2020, two years in which Trump was running for president. Despite North Carolina voting for Trump three times, Cooper was able to win the Governorship with narrow margins in  2016 and 2020. But Democrats won all three major statewide offices in 2024, with better margins. Governor Josh Stein won with 14-points over his controversial opponent Lt. Governor Mark Robinson.  

US Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa. // Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Currently Republicans, including Trump himself, are backing former Republican National Committee chairman Michael Whatley for North Carolina senator. Some tried to recruitLaura Trump, the president’s daughter-in-law, to run for both this seat and the seat left open by Marco Rubio in Florida when he became secretary of state. Like Iowa, North Carolina highlights how quickly a “safe” seat can shift under well-funded, high-profile campaigns — raising the stakes for Republicans.

While Alabama and Kentucky are less of a risk for the GOP, the former is important to look at. Democrats were able to flip the seat in a special election in 2017, when Doug Jones won in a narrow race against Roy Moore, a republican candidate with a basket of issues including sexual allegations. 

So it is possible to flip a southern seat as seen here and in Georgia with Jon Ossoff, who defeated incumbent senator David Perdue in a 2020 runoff and is up for reelection in the peach state this year. 

Many of the seats Democrats must flip are in the South, which are historically conservative and fairly resilient to Democratic advances. This gives Republicans an inherent structural advantage. Strengthening this is the appeal of Trump-aligned messaging in these states.

Republicans face a true test next year, with four seats completely up for grabs and strong opponents, their majority is at risk. But strong candidates like Ashley Hinson and Michael Whatley—aligned with Trump’s base—and the South’s conservative tilt create real defensive opportunities. 

Republicans, donors and activists must double down now—invest in messaging, candidate support and voter outreach to protect the Senate. The future of Trump’s agenda—and the conservative movement— could depend on defending these battlegrounds. 

Progressives to watch in 2026

Emil Salgado Vazquez
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Progressives to watch in 2026

Zohran Mamdani’s recent win in New York City’s mayoral race has sent a shockwave of progressive sentiment throughout the United States. His win proved that progressives can still beat establishment Democrats with the proper strategies and campaigns, and, most importantly, by getting out the vote from the people. 

Mamdani showed in the Democratic primary why it is still important for Democrats who are unhappy with the party to show up and vote the establishment out in the primaries. Even after the primaries, some establishment Democrats, like Andrew Cuomo, will still try to run as an independent to split the vote in the general election. Showing up to vote in the general election is crucial. 

As candidates gear up for the 2026 midterm elections, look out for these progressive candidates on the rise who will look to unseat their opponents by using Mamdani’s momentum.

Graham Platner: U.S. Senate race in Maine

Progressive Marine Corps veteran, Graham Platner, will be looking to run for governor of Maine. This will mean he will have to defeat Maine’s governor, Janet Mills, in the Democratic primary and unseat five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins. Mills, a moderate and longtime establishment Democrat, is viewed by many strategists as the best bet to unseat Collins. However, early polls suggest that Platner leads Mills among likely Democratic primary voters.

Platner is a political outsider and a populist, which will test Mamdani’s effect on the success of progressive in the midterm elections. Similar to Mamdani, who was the underdog against Cuomo in the Democratic primary, Platner is the underdog in the primary against the two-term governor. 

If Platner manages to defeat Mills in the Democratic primary, the Senate race shifts from a moderate vs. moderate standoff to a progressive vs. moderate race. Platner could mobilize progressive and young voters, receiving lots of support in a state that has experience voting for nontraditional candidates.

However, Platner also risks losing support from the main Democratic establishment if they deem him to be  “too far left.” If Platner wins the primary, it will continue to be an uphill battle for him no matter what. 

Platner already has a notable connection to Mamdani, with his campaign launch video being produced by Morris Katz, an advisor to Mamdani. The Mamdani campaign also led an uphill battle and won, so there’s still faith that Platner could become the Democratic nominee and go against Collins.

Abdul El-Sayed: U.S. Senate race in Michigan

The progressive activist Abdul El-Sayed will be looking to win out in a competitive Democratic primary in Michigan and defeat Republican Mike Rogers, who has Trump’s endorsement. El-Sayed will face a contested Senate race after incumbent Gary Peters announced that he will not run for reelection.

Unlike Platner and many other progressives seen as inexperienced or newbies, El-Sayed already has experience in politics. He previously ran for governor of Michigan in 2018, finishing second in the Democratic primary. After the race, he served as Wayne County’s director of the health department, gathering experience in the public health and administration sector.

Key rivals in the Democratic primary include Congresswoman Haley Stevens, the establishment favorite, and Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow, a rising star after going viral in 2022 over a passionate speech on the state senate floor. McMorrow is also progressive — though not as progressive as El-Sayed — which risks splitting the progressive vote in the primary.

Not only will El-Sayed’s run be interesting to see because of Mamdani’s effect on progressive politics, but also on the ability of Muslims to win representation in Congress, especially in a state like Michigan with around 250,000 Muslims. Ultimately, El-Sayed will have to unite the left-wing voter bloc in the primary if he hopes to win. If he does win, he will face Republican front-runner Mike Rogers.

However, unlike Platner, who might not get establishment support if he wins, El-Sayed would force the establishment’s support in the case he wins the primary. Since the seat was held by Democrat Gary Peters, this seat is one that strategists will identify as one to defend, no matter who the candidate is, forcing the establishment’s hand. If they do not back El-Sayed in the case that he wins, it will be seen as political suicide for the party.

Kat Abughazaleh: U.S. House race in Illinois

The 26-year-old Palestinian-American activist Kat Abughazaleh formally announced in March that she’s running for the open seat in Illinois’s 9th Congressional District in North-suburban Chicago. The seat is open after Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky announced her retirement.

Abughazaleh goes into the race with a brighter chance than Platner and El-Sayed, seeing as the 9th District includes Northwestern University and Loyola University. The district is the perfect place to test progressive politics in the public eye because university students tend to lean more progressive on average. She has already received a high-level endorsement from Congressman Ro Khanna.

Abughazaleh is already a frontrunner in the primary, tied for the lead with establishment candidate and current Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss. Though the Democratic primary is very contested, the 9th District’s status as a safe Democratic seat will ensure that whoever wins the primary will likely win the general election. This means that if Abughazaleh wins the primary, she will surely win the seat in the house, which is a major win for progressives.

In the case that Abughazaleh wins, it will continue the momentum of Mamdani’s win, showing that young, left-leaning candidates can win against older, established moderates in primaries.

The 2026 midterms are crucial for progressives

It’s still too early to determine anything for certain. Many more progressives are likely to appear in the near future as the midterm elections get closer, and many of them will be wanting to grab on to the momentum from Mamdani’s win. If any of them win, it’ll be proof that the progressive strategy can win elections.

Where to watch Miami vs. Texas A&M in the first round of the CFP

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Where to watch Miami vs. Texas A&M in the first round of the CFP

The Miami Hurricanes are gearing up to take on Texas A&M in their first ever College Football Playoff game.

This matchup featuring two historic programs is most certainly the hottest ticket in town.

Miami Athletics received more than 10,000 ticket requests for the 3,000 tickets A&M allotted for Hurricanes fans.

Over in College Station last Thursday, a presale for donors and season ticket holders sold out within a few hours, which meant the scheduled public sale the following day never took place.

Fans were forced to turn to SeatGeek, the official ticket marketplace of both Miami and Texas A&M Athletics.

As of Monday, Dec. 15 at 4 p.m., the cheapest ticket on SeatGeek is a staggering $386. In comparison, the Oregon versus JMU game has a get-in price at $95.

If you can’t attend the game in person, no worries, the University of Miami Alumni Association has you covered, hosting watch parties all over the country.

Fans near College Station can head to nearby cities such as Houston, where Hurricanes fans will unite at Jake’s Sports Bar located at  2944 Chimney Rock Road, Houston, Texas 77056. If you are in Austin, Texas head over to Freddo ATX located at 2336 South Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas  78704. 

Other watch party locations include New York, NY where fans can enjoy some great burgers at Clinton Hall on E 36th Street where they were voted the 2018 Food Network Burger Bash Best Burger in NYC.

There will be seven different watch parties in the state of Florida including right in the heart of Downtown Miami at Lost Boy Dry Goods, an old school neighborhood bar.

In total, the Alumni Association will host fans in 25 locations nationwide including in Louisville, KY and Savannah, GA for what could be Miami’s biggest game yet.

Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. local time (noon ET) and the game will air on ESPN/ABC.

For more information please visit: https://www.alumni.miami.edu/events/signature-events/game-watches-events/index.html

Junior wide receiver Colbie Young catches a touchdown pass from fourth-year junior quarterback Tyler Van Dyke in the first quarter of Miami’s game versus Texas A&M at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 9, 2023. Photo credit: Jared Lennon

UM’s record-breaking sorority recruitment accompanied by rumors and scams

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UM’s record-breaking sorority recruitment accompanied by rumors and scams

This spring marks another record-breaking year for sorority recruitment at the University of Miami, with 1,250 potential new members (PNMs) registered — surpassing last year’s total of 1,076.

With that growth comes a familiar wave of anticipation and excitement alongside rumors, anxiety and, new to this year’s landscape, the potential for scams. 

Sorority recruitment, commonly referred to as “rush,” is a source of stress for many students hoping to receive a bid. Although UM states that “Everyone who is registered, determined to be academically eligible and who participates in the entire recruitment process is expected to receive a bid,” the reality is that a large number of women don’t. 

In previous years approximately 40% of registered students did not complete the process to receive a bid, according to UM. 

As registration numbers climb, so does concern that this percentage of women without bids could rise, fueling fears and driving the rumor mill. 

Much of that gossip spreads on Yik Yak, an anonymous, location-based social media app popular on college campuses. Every year during rush, the platform fills with Greek life discourse — rankings of the “top” houses, what fraternities each sorority mixes with, which houses are “not worth rushing” and sometimes hateful messages targeted at specific chapters. 

New this year, however, are posts about so-called “rush guides.”

Circulating on Snapchat and Instagram, these guides are allegedly “made by sisters” and carry titles like “Top Sororities Rush Guide” or “Dirty Rush 2026.” They are marketed as insider resources offering advice on how to stand out, what to do — and what not to do — during recruitment and how to secure an “early bid.”

To access these guides, PNMs are asked to pay between $10 and $15. It remains unclear if sorority members or individuals seeking to profit from anxious PNMs are behind these guides. 

In response, the UM Panhellenic Association issued a statement on Instagram, saying the guide was “published and sold without our permission, involvement or approval and it is not representative of Greek Life or the formal recruitment process.”

The Association further stated that the content is “inaccurate, misleading and falsely presented as coming from the University of Miami Panhellenic Association.”

Parker Osth, chair of the Association of Greek Letter Organizations, also weighed in, noting that the same guides exist for fraternities and often copy and paste the same information, much of which is false. 

“Those are 100% scams … These [guides] don’t actually represent the recruitment events that do happen … It has events that the University just doesn’t host,” said Osth. “Clearly this was made by someone outside of the process who just wanted to make some money, and who unfortunately has probably succeeded.”

Osth added that the Panhellenic Association already provides much of the recruitment information publicly, including a detailed PNM packet designed to prepare participants, which is why he was “shocked” that people would pay for such information. 

Although the guides may be false and misleading, they reflect a real level of tension and unease around recruitment, particularly rumors about “dirty rush” that surface before and during the process. 

While Positive Panhellenic Contact allows sorority members to engage in “friendly, values-based conversations with PNMs year-round to promote the positive sorority experience and encourage recruitment,” UM makes it clear that the policy strictly prohibits bid promising, seeking personal information or pressuring PNMs — particularly during formal recruitment’s “strict silence” period before bid day. 

Chapters that violate this policy may receive infractions, which are then “handled accordingly” following Panhellenic procedures. 

As work week and sorority recruitment approach, Yik Yak rumors and Greek life discussions are likely to surge. However, it’s important for PNMs to recognize that much of what spreads online does not accurately reflect the recruitment process, and the University has measures in place to ensure it remains fair, organized and strictly regulated.

Despite misleading guides and false information spreading online, students are encouraged to focus on the recruitment experience itself rather than getting caught up in rumors, gossip or outside pressures. 

“At the end of the day, [Greek life] is a club for making friends,” said Osth. “This is not about rankings. This is not about social status. This is not about what it might look like at other schools. This is about making friends that will hopefully last you a lifetime.”

Hurricanes WBB drops first ACC game, losing to NC State 87-61

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Hurricanes WBB drops first ACC game, losing to NC State 87-61

On Sunday, the Miami Hurricanes (6-4, 0-1 ACC) took the court at the Watsco Center against the NC State Wolfpack (7-4, 1-0 ACC) for their first ACC matchup of the season. The Wolfpack however, were in control of this game from start to finish, beating the ‘Canes 87-61.

The first quarter started off with driving layups from center Ra Shaya Kyle and guard Amarachi Kimpson, but after posting four points, the Hurricanes couldn’t keep up on offense, going 2-of-10 from the field.

Despite three point efforts from Vittoria Blasigh bringing the game within 10 points, the Wolfpack maintained control of the game and finished the period 29-13.

The Hurricanes continued to struggle on offense, scoring just seven points in the second quarter. Two free throws and a three from Kimpson, and a jumper from Blasigh were the only points they could put up.

After Miami’s lowest scoring period of the season, the first half closed at 48-20 NC State.

The Wolfpack started off the second half strong with the first bucket of the third, which was quickly countered by back-to-back buckets in the paint from Miami putting the game 50-24. 

However, the Hurricanes fell off on offense once again, shooting 50% from the field, despite having their highest scoring period of the game with 19 points, led by Kyle on both ends.

Miami gave their final efforts in the last period, outscoring the Wolfpack 22-18. 

Although they gave it their all, falling short for three of the four periods, shooting just 36.5% from the field and getting out rebounded by NC State 49-31 led to the Canes’ defeat.

Miami will take on its next ACC opponent, Wake Forest, on the road on Thursday, Dec. 18, which can be streamed on ACCNX.

Lorelei DiSanto @loreleis_lens, Contributing Photographer// University of Miami Women’s Basketball huddles up mid game to discuss strategy against Hofstra University in the Watsco Center on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.

Miami Sets Program Record, Throttles ULM 104-79 for fourth straight win

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Miami Sets Program Record, Throttles ULM 104-79 for fourth straight win

It was a day of milestones for Miami Hurricanes Men’s basketball. 

The ’Canes (9-2) recorded a program-record 29 assists en route to a 104-79 demolition of the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks (3-9) for their fourth consecutive victory.

Individual performances spurred the team’s dominance on Saturday, with three starters registering double-double performances and six total players scoring double figures. 

Miami once again dominated physically, ousting ULM in the interior by a margin of 62-22 points in the paint. They also continued to impose their will off the glass, outrebounding their opponent 45-26.

The Hurricanes had the hot hand early, jumping out to a 9-0 lead in the opening three minutes. The Warhawks then battled from behind, ripping off seven points unanswered to even the score at 17-17. 

A triple by Tre Donaldson triggered a 13-0 run that allowed UM to seize control and storm to a comfortable 30-17 advantage. Tru Washington would drill a three-point buzzer beater to close out the half with a double-digit cushion, leading by 11 at the break. 

Miami and Louisiana-Monroe traded buckets back-and-forth in the first five minutes of the second half. ULM was efficient throughout the entire afternoon, shooting an impressive 47% from the perimeter to keep the ’Canes at bay.

Finally, supported behind a 10-0 run started by Donaldson, Miami slammed the door shut on the Warhawks by taking a 21-point lead, 75-54. 

UM head coach Jai Lucas talks to his team during a timeout versus BYU on Nov. 27 2025. Photo Credit: University of Miami Athletics

Timo Malovec was one of Miami’s bench players who exploded in the second half, going 4-4 beyond the arc and scoring all 12 points in the final 20 minutes. Noam Dovrat notched a career-high 10 points off the bench, and Washington added 13. 

The core trio of Malik Reneau, Tre Donalson, and Ernest Udeh carried the day, each posting a double-double. Reneau poured in a game-high 22 points along with 10 rebounds. Donaldson tallied 18 points and led the team with 11 assists, and Udeh was a force underneath the rim, grabbing 15 boards in addition to 14 points on 6-of-8 field goal shooting. 

It was another productive day at the office for Miami, who shot 60% from the floor. This mark matches their total percentage on the season, which currently ranks top 25 in the nation.

The Hurricanes have continued to blow out opponents all year, thumping the Warhawks by 25. Entering today’s matchup, UM’s wins had been by an average margin of victory of 20.3 points. 

Despite the successful result, head coach Jai Lucas was frustrated by the team’s defensive efforts. 

“We pride ourselves on being a defensive team, and tonight we were non-existent on the defensive end,” Lucas said. “You get a team that shoots the ball the way they did, it’s hard for any coach to be happy, even though you win by a large amount,” 

Miami returns to the hardwood on Tuesday night at the Watsco Center against FIU (5-3) in the Battle for the 305. Tip off is at 7 p.m. 

Photo Credit: Makena Wong, Photo Editor // Miami Hurricane basketball players talk following a time out against Jacksonville on Nov. 3, 2025 at the Watsco Center.
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