A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie will headline the University of Miami’s 2025 Homecoming concert. The concert will take place on Nov. 4, at the Watsco Center on the UMiami campus.
The chart-topping Bronx rapper is known for hits like “Drowning”, “Look Back at It,” and “Still Think About You”. With platinum albums “The Bigger Artist,” “Hoodie SZN,” “Me vs. Myself” and a recent feature on the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse soundtrack, A Boogie has cemented his place as one of hip-hop’s most dynamic voices.
But for Miami, he’s more than just a headliner, he’s a regular. A BoogieWit Da Hoodie has long had a soft spot for the 305, frequently performing at local clubs like LIV, Story and E11EVEN, often popping up for surprise sets and late-night appearances.
As the news lit up the jumbo screens at Hard Rock Stadium, the crowd erupted in a wave of ecstatic roars and screams. Students jumped to their feet, towels whipping through the air and excitement rippled through the stands.
With the ‘Canes facing SMU that same week, the spotlight will be split between the game and the stage, but if tonight’s eruption of cheers is any clue, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie might just steal the show.
Get your ticket at the University bookstore today. You can also get tickets through the University’s official student portal and Watsco Center box office on Oct. 1. Students are encouraged to check emails from homecoming.miami.edu and @umiamihomecoming on Instagram for updates on opening acts, ticket tiers and exclusive giveaways.
If the stadium’s reaction was any preview, this show won’t just sell out, it’ll go down in Hurricane history.
At the Knights Sports Complex on Friday night, UM volleyball overcame an early 1-0 deficit before rattling off three straight against the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles, winning its ninth straight victory.
Miami now improves their record to 9-1 on the year while FGCU falls to 5-5.
Miami was led by senior Flomarie Heredia Colon, who left the Eagles without answers on route to an impressive 21 kill performance.
Sophomore Ariana Rodriguez and senior Dalia Wilson played key supporting roles in the Hurricanes victory with 37 assists and eight blocks respectively.
The ‘Canes found themselves in a tightly contested battle in the first set, keeping it close until FGCU went on a quick 10-4 run to take the set win 25-19.
FGCU came out hot at the beginning of the second, jumping to a 6-2 lead. However, the middle of the set was dominated by Miami as they found themselves leading the Eagles 21-14.
Miami seemed to let up their guard towards the end of the set as FGCU stormed back to cut the lead to just two. Unfortunately for the Eagles, their efforts ended in vain as the Hurricanes maintained their composure and tied the game 1-1 off the back of a Dalia Wilson kill.
UM carried their momentum into the next set, grabbing an early 6-0 lead and forcing the Eagles to take a timeout. Despite FGCU head coach Thais Baziquetto-Allen’s best efforts, the Eagles never came close to regaining the lead, as Miami finished off the set handily 25-15.
Miami found themselves challenged by FGCU’s attack at the beginning of the fourth, but finished the game strong to take the final set 25-16.
UM will face off next at FIU on Saturday, looking to win its tenth straight game.
The Hurricanes come into this matchup red-hot off a 49-12 win over USF, and hope to take down the Gators for the second year in a row.
But this game is so much more than rivalry bragging rights.
This is a do or die game for the Florida Gators, not only for their season, but for their staff and organization as a whole.
Florida head coach Billy Napier is on the hot seat after his 1-2 start to the year, and the shine of former five-star DJ Lagway is beginning to fade after his rough start to the season. Both will look to turn the narratives around against one of the top teams in the country this Saturday.
The first possession for the Gators could be telling for how this game will unfold. If Florida is able to get a bit of confidence with an opening drive, this could be a typical four quarter rivalry matchup. But if Florida comes out flat, this game could get ugly quickly.
Either way the Hurricanes are too solid for the Gators to complete the upset, and between the two game scripts, expect the latter.
Final Score: Miami 42, Florida 16
Jayden Gonzalez, Co-Sports Editor
Following a 3-0 start, including two wins against top-20 opponents, No. 4 Miami has the full attention of the college football world.
With ESPN’s “College Gameday” coming to Coral Gables and a primetime matchup against an in-state rival, expectations are high for the Hurricanes this weekend.
If Miami wants to enter its bye week undefeated, the defense — led by Rueben Bain Jr. and Ahkeem Mesidor — will need to make Florida quarterback DJ Lagway uncomfortable. Against LSU, the sophomore threw five interceptions in a 20-10 loss.
If the Hurricanes apply similar pressure that the Tigers did, a raucous Hard Rock Stadium could force the Gators into another spiral.
On offense, as long as quarterback Carson Beck stays upright, he should have no trouble running Miami’s attack against a team he has plenty of history with. If the Hurricanes maintain the level of play they’ve shown through the first three weeks, Saturday could turn into a rout.
Final Score: Miami 38, Florida 17
Zach Cohen, Senior Staff Writer
From College GameDay to a primetime Saturday matchup, it doesn’t get any better than this.
A storied rivalry: Miami vs. Florida.
In what is set to be an exciting Saturday, both in Coral Gables and Miami Gardens, the Hurricanes will have the upper hand come gametime.
Florida has struggled, losing to USF, whom Miami crushed. And most recently, UF fell to LSU in a game where DJ Lagway threw five interceptions.
However, the Gators’ defense was poised, only giving up 20 points to the No. 3 team in the country.
Miami’s secondary needs to hold up against Lagway as he likes to throw the ball down the field, looking to flip the script on his poor start to the season,.
But if the Hurricanes offense can come out flying again, a hard-earned victory is in the cards.
Final Score: Miami 38, Florida 23
Brendan Cafferty, Staff Writer
With both Miami and Florida coming into this week four matchup in very different situations, the expectations each team has for themselves are, too, unalike.
As the ’Canes have tallied two ranked wins in just three weeks, they hope to continue their undefeated reign against the 1-2 Gators, notching another Florida school under their belt.
UF, trying to salvage their season, could view this game as an opportunity to climb back into the rankings as well as boost morale for their fanbase by knocking off an impressive rival.
Ultimately, this game will come down to who is more dominant on the defensive side of the ball, and with UM’s impressive D-Line, DJ Lagway’s chances trying to find space and move the ball will be more limited than Carson Beck’s and the Miami offense.
Final Score: Miami 33, Florida 13
David Lebowitz, Contributing Photographer/ Sixth-Year Redshirt Senior Carson Beck Surveys the defense againt USF on Saturday, September 13.
Bella Armstrong, Contributing Writer
Going into this weekend, it’s a matchup of two Florida goliaths—and a battle for in-state bragging rights.
UF football has long been coveted as a powerhouse, but its recent fall from the Top 25 courtesy of the South Florida Bulls is a sort-of relegation unbeknownst to the Gators. In short, the team is losing steam—and its confidence is rattled.
The No. 4 Miami Hurricanes will capitalize off of this, as UM continues to dominate. Currently 3-0, the Hurricanes are the only team in college football still undefeated after facing multiple ranked opponents—and they’ve made it look convincing.
Sure, the Gators will want to use their recent losses as fuel for the comeback of the season, but with a team as airtight as the Hurricanes starting lineup, that hope seems more like a fantasy.
With Carson Beck at the helm, Mark Fletcher Jr. bulldozing through enemy lines, and a monstrous defense, Florida will have to fight for every yard and every point. It will be brutal.
Under the lights—and immense pressure—of Hard Rock Stadium, it will be an uphill battle for the Gators from the opening snap.
Miami won’t just clear the Gators, they’ll own football in Florida.
Final Score: Miami 32, Florida 16
Anirudh Kannan, Contributing Writer
This Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium, another chapter will be written in the deeply rooted history of Florida vs Miami football.
The Gators season hasn’t exactly gone as planned with two losses already on the young season, including an ugly 18-16 loss against South Florida. Their offensive has struggled immensely barring a 55 point performance against LIU.
Meanwhile, Miami is red hot, following up an impressive win against Notre Dame with comprehensive victories against Bethune Cookman and USF.
Florida’s defense has the potential to make things interesting this Saturday, only allowing 36 points across their first three games. But right now it feels like Miami’s offense has too many weapons for any team in college football to contain.
Rivalry games can sometimes produce shocking results, but this simply won’t be one of them.
Final Score: Miami 31, Florida 13
Omar Pinto, Contributing Writer
The Hurricanes storm into week four looking like arguably the nation’s best.
At 3-0 with multiple ranked wins and two Heisman contenders in Carson Beck and Rueben Bain Jr., Miami’s offense is averaging over 40 points per game and providing a physical punch on the defensive side.
Florida, meanwhile, limps into Hard Rock Stadium at 1–2, fresh off a road loss to No. 3 LSU where quarterback DJ Lagway threw five interceptions. Their other loss came in a 18-16 upset at home to USF, who Miami easily thrashed 49-12.
Still, the Gators defense has been a bright spot, allowing just 12 points per game thus far. For Florida to have any chance, Lagway must protect the ball and hope the defense can somehow contain Miami’s surgical offensive attack.
Rivalry energy might keep it close early, but the Hurricanes are simply better than the gators in all facets of the game.
Final Score: Miami 42, Florida 20
Olivia Attalla, Contributing Writer
All eyes are on the Miami Hurricanes with College GameDay rolling into town this weekend.
Carson Beck has been a human highlight reel this season with his arm talent, and has flied up the rankings for Heisman hopefuls. And as a whole the Miami Hurricane are one of the top leading teams in the country.
On the other side, UF is coming out of two back to back losses. Their quarterback DJ Lagway is struggling after throwing five interceptions against LSU last week, not to mention their coaching situation isn’t the best.
Based off the Gators current run of form, it won’t be nearly enough to stop Miami unless their defense steps up from the beginning and somehow manages to slow down the Hurricanes high-powered offense.
Miami will take the win convincingly and send the Gators back to the swamp empty handed.
Final Score: Miami 37, Florida 21
Head coach Mario Cristobal introduces senior quarterback Cam Ward to Miami Hurricanes fans after beating the University of Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on August 31, 2024.
Miami crushed USF 49–12 in their most dominant ranked win since 2001, with Carson Beck throwing for 340 yards and four total TDs, Mark Fletcher running for 120 yards and two scores, and the defense holding Byrum Brown to just two rushing yards while forcing multiple turnovers. True freshman Joshua Moore stole the show with two first-quarter TDs, while Miami’s O-line continued its streak as the nation’s best in pass protection. The only concern: nine penalties for 69 yards, which Cristobal’s staff will aim to fix before Saturday’s primetime showdown with Florida. With ESPN’s College Gameday coming to Coral Gables and recruiting stakes sky-high, the Canes have a chance to cement themselves as a national title contender under the brightest lights yet.
The Alligator sports editor Luke Adragna previews Florida football ahead of its matchup against the Hurricanes (@lukeadrag on X)
Redshirt senior defensive back, Mishael Powell, intercepts a pass from the University of Florida quarterback at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on August 31, 2024.
Time is ticking for the Florida Gators and head coach Billy Napier.
After an offseason characterized by confidence within the program and lofty expectations from outside, none of what many anticipated has come to fruition. The Gators are 1-2, suffered an upset loss to South Florida at home, and just recently lost to the No. 3 Louisiana State Tigers 20-10 in a five-interception performance by quarterback DJ Lagway.
Despite that, Napier has continued to harp that the Gators are “close”, and Florida players are embracing the challenge as the team heads south to play No. 4 Miami (3-0) on Saturday.
“We want all the smoke,” said Gators defensive back Jordan Castell. “We’re ready to play. It don’t matter who it is.”
The Hurricanes have looked like one of the most talented teams in the country. Miami is led by a cohort of veterans on each side of the ball that will pose a significant challenge for Florida. Here’s what to look out for on the Gators’ side of the field:
Florida X-factor of the week:
RB Jadan Baugh
After an impressive freshman season earning Freshman All-SEC honors, Baugh was named to the Paul Hornung and Doak Walker award watch lists heading into this season. However, in just three games, many are questioning Napier’s lack of usage of the talented running back.
Baugh heads into Miami with 37 carries for 243 yards and a touchdown. His impact has dwindled slightly throughout each game. After logging six carries in the first drive against South Florida, Baugh carried the ball just 12 more times that contest. Against LSU, he finished with just 10 carries.
The Atlanta, Georgia, native is quick-footed, has elite breakaway speed and can also be utilized in the passing game when schemed.
Against Miami’s talented defensive line, Baugh’s opportunities could be difficult to come by. Factoring in Florida’s recent offensive line struggles, the Gators could elect to use Baugh and backup running back Ja’Kobi Jackson as run-blockers and target them in screen plays in order to alleviate pressure on Lagway.
Gators’ key matchups:
Florida’s front seven vs. Miami’s offensive line
The Gators’ defensive line features a strong veteran presence along with a young, talented core. However, several questions have arisen throughout Florida’s first three games of the season.
The unit produced 19 sacks in its final four games of the 2024 season. But without redshirt senior Caleb Banks, who suffered a foot injury against LSU on Saturday, there will be more responsibility placed on unproven players.
“Still enough players to have a very effective group,” Napier said Wednesday. “I’m excited about what I see out of the young players in the group. Tavorise Brown and [Joseph] Mbatchou, obviously [Brendan] Bett. Brien Taylor Jr. It’s a good group.”
Through three games, Florida has logged just two sacks. Gators edge rushers George Gumbs Jr. and Tyreak Sapp are among the most impactful players on the front seven, but the unit will have to get past a proven Miami offensive line.
The ‘Canes unit ranks No. 11 in Pro Football Focus’ run-blocking grade. Right tackle Francis Mauigoa has led Miami’s top-rated offensive lineman through three games with an 81.4 offensive grade and an 83.8 run-blocking grade on PFF.
As a unit, the Hurricanes have allowed just four sacks through three games, and starting quarterback Carson Beck has only faced pressure on 11 of his 86 dropbacks.
Sophomore running back, Mark Fletcher, Jr. smiles after beating the University of Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on August 31, 2024.
Vernell Brown III vs. Miami secondary
Brown, a true freshman, has been one of the most eye-catching players on Florida’s roster this season. Despite Lagway being unable to throw all of spring due to a shoulder injury and participating in his first 11-on-11 drill just weeks before the season, it’s clear the two have already formed a reliable chemistry.
Through three games, Brown leads Gators’ pass catchers with 197 receiving yards on 16 catches. He is yet to add a touchdown, but has also played a significant role on special teams as the team’s primary returner.
He logged 70 return yards on four attempts in Florida’s opener. Against USF, he added a 40-yard punt return. And, against LSU, he totaled 43 return yards on three attempts.
“We were kind of expecting that because throughout the whole spring and the whole camp, he’s been doing it every day,” said wide receiver Eugene Wilson. “We’ve been seeing it. We were just waiting for him to have his moment to go out there and put it on tape.”
However, it will be an interesting challenge to watch Hurricanes safeties coach Will Harris, who left the Gators in 2024 for Miami, to scheme against his former team.
“You know he’s going to send pressure,” Castell said. “I already told them boys, just be ready.”
Miami’s secondary has logged an interception in each of its first three games and is matched up against Lagway, who has struggled significantly since Florida’s opener. He has just two touchdowns and six interceptions against FBS opponents.
Miami vs Florida Football: A Quick History
Florida is 27-30 against the Hurricanes all-time.
Miami won its most recent matchup against the Gators, 41-17, on Aug. 31, 2024.
Florida hasn’t won in Miami since 1985, when it defeated the Hurricanes 35-23.
Gators football has three Heisman Trophy winners in Steve Spurrier (1966), Danny Wuerffel (1996) and Tim Tebow (2007). Miami has two in Vinny Testaverde (1986) and Gino Torretta (1992).
Florida football has never produced a first-overall pick. The Hurricanes have three No. 1 overall players, the most recent being quarterback Cam Ward (2025).
Tight end Brevin Jordan crosses into the end zone for a touchdown against the Florida Gators Aug 24. Photo courtesy Haylee Blitch
Greek Life tailgates are canceled for this week’s matchup against the University of Florida due to College GameDay coming to UM’s campus.
ESPN made the announcement that College GameDay would be covering the UF at UM football game shortly after UM dominated USF on Saturday, Sept. 13.
College GameDay is a weekly, three-hour traveling television program that reports live from a college campus during football season. They select a matchup each week based on anticipated rivalries, team rankings and the potential for a fun narrative. The broadcast begins at 9 a.m., featuring an analysis of the day’s matchup, highlights from the teams’ seasons thus far and segments on specific players.
There is live music, fan participation and special guest appearances to fire up the crowd for the game. A vital tradition of College GameDay in the past occurred when Lee Corso, an ESPN football analyst, makes his prediction of which team will win by putting on their mascot’s headgear. Corso made his last GameDay appearance on Aug. 30, 2025.
Students are highly anticipating College GameDay’s arrival at UM and all their iconic traditions.
“I am so excited College GameDay is coming to the U! I can’t wait to hear all the game predictions and see the student field goal kicking contest,” said Maya Meilander, a sophomore pre-med student.
Others have reported that they prefer the Greek Life tailgating tradition, but are glad that UM is getting recognition from the sports broadcasting program.
“I think it’s a unique experience that College GameDay is coming to campus, but personally I would rather have tailgates. I definitely think that we should be able to have both, especially since College GameDay is so early in the morning,” said junior Anna Becker. “But since it’s just for one game, I think the majority of students will really enjoy it if they don’t limit the amount of people for capacity reasons.”
With four home games left after UF, students are hoping for the return of Greek Life tailgates.
“My tailgating experience has been really good overall and I love experiencing game days from the tailgating side after being on the cheer team for two years, so I plan to attend more,” said Becker.
While many students acknowledge that attendance surges only for high-profile matchups, some see the uneven turnout as a frustration and hope to see more consistent support throughout the season.
“I wish more people went to all the games and not just the big ones,” said Meilander. “The game against Notre Dame was full of energy and having that for every game would make football at the U even more exciting.”
Nearly two decades after the fatal shooting of Miami Hurricanes football player Bryan Pata, a key eyewitness long reported dead by prosecutors has been found alive in Kentucky, ESPN reported Thursday.
The witness, 81-year old Paul Conner, had identified former Miami Hurricanes teammate Rashaun Jones as the shooter in two photo lineups and later gave testimony in court.
For months, prosecutors said Conner was dead, but with Jones’ long awaited trial set for Oct. 6, news that Conner is alive has added a new factor to the case.
Miami volleyball extended its winning streak to eight as they defeated the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in four sets Thursday night at the Knights Sports Complex.
Coming off of a strong showing in the 305 invitational, the Hurricanes carried their momentum into the match up, continuing to build early-season dominance.
The Hurricanes started the first set strong leading with a 12-3 lead. Flormarie Heredia Colon tallied five kills and two aces, displaying strong dominance early on as Ariana Rodriguez contributed two of Miami’s six aces in the opening set.
The serving set the tone for the offense, producing 14 kills as well, helping the ’Canes close the set, 25-8.
Coastal Carolina responded in the second set with a 6-1 run, but Miami kept it close holding a 14-10 lead midway before falling short and losing the set 25-22.
Miami regained control in the third set, opening with an 8-3 lead highlighted with two kills each from Logan Wiley and Heredia Colon.
The Chanticleers cut the lead to three, 16-13, but the Hurricanes displayed strength at the net, finishing with 13 kills and four blocks, securing the set with a 25-18 win.
In a close fourth set, Miami started with a 6-0 run with consistent kills and blocks. Coastal Carolina closed the gap to 20-17, but Miami maintained momentum with key kills from Ava Carney and Wilson, to close the set 25-18.
The Hurricanes delivered a strong performance overall despite minor errors, finishing with 58 kills, 58 digs, 11 blocks, and 10 aces. Heredia Colon, who attacked the net with decisive kills led the team with 26 kills and dominated the court through each set. Wilson contributed seven blocks, while Rodriguez tallied 41 assists and played consistently across all four sets.
Miami will remain home to face FGCU on Friday night at the Knight Sports Complex.
UM’s women’s volleyball team celebrates after a point against Indiana
Darren Aronofsky’s latest project, “Caught Stealing,” is drawing attention for its dark and gritty aesthetic. Austin Butler takes on a tense, morally complex role, while Zoë Kravitz stands opposite him with a steady magnetic presence. Their performers drive a film built on crime and constant threats.
“Caught Stealing” is a story steeped in risk, betrayal and crime cinema’s raw energy.Aronofsky’s signature intensity, sharpened by his indie roots in “Pi” and “Requiem for a Dream,” runs through the veins of the film, giving it a dangerous pulse.
Kravitz navigates the chaos with ease, likely pulling on her days city-living in Miami while attending Miami Country Day School to act like a veteran to the circus.
The film’s blend of gritty realism and erotic energy also reflects the kind of bold, genre-challenging work UM students study and practice in their own projects.
Watching Butler and Kravitz lean into roles charged with sexuality and danger provides insight into how performance, chemistry, and directorial vision can elevate a thriller into something hypnotic.
“Caught Stealing” is poised to be one of the most intoxicating crime films of the year, a dangerous mix of violence, temptation, and star-driven heat.
The University of Miami is about to turn into a powerful spotlight on an overlooked condition. On Saturday, Sep. 27, UM senior Brianna Braun will lead students in the first-ever South Florida Walk for Alopecia — a vibrant event that blends music, movement and community to reframe the way people think about hair loss.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss on the scalp and sometimes across the body. It affects nearly seven million people in the United States, yet those living with alopecia, like Braun, often feel misunderstood.
“It’s not just hair loss,” Braun said. “It changes how you view yourself. You think about your eyebrows, your eyelashes, your face. You miss out on things like sports or the beach. It’s an added thing you have to consider every single day.”
That’s why Braun—who juggles pre-med studies with her degree at UM’s Frost School of Music—is determined to shift the story. Her own diagnosis at age six means this cause is personal. Now, she’s turning her experience into momentum.
The Walk for Alopecia will take place at 10 a.m. on Sep. 27 at UM’s Foote Green. Registration is free, and participants can sign up or donate through the event’s website. The event features music, activities and contributions led by UM campus organizations.
Braun is the official site leader for Miami’s walk—the first of its kind in South Florida. She chose to host it at UM to spark broad student involvement.
A Walk for Alopecia event hosted by the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Photo Courtesy of Brianna Braun.
Delta Gamma, multicultural organizations, business fraternities and other student groups have rallied in support.
“It’s about building community and uniting students around something bigger than themselves,” Braun said.
For Braun, the walk is more than a fundraiser. It’s a stage for empathy. All proceeds will support the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF), which funds mentorship programs and research. Through mentorship with younger children, like a six-year-old she befriended named Ronni, she found empowerment in advocacy.
“Locals love to support UM,” Braun said. “They value seeing students and youth uniting over a good cause. It adds a positive energy to Coral Gables.”
Braun sees alopecia as frequently misunderstood. She notes how society has learned to accept her mother’s condition, vitiligo, and hopes the same recognition will come for alopecia.
“This isn’t cosmetic,” Braun said. “It’s about health, energy, and identity. It’s emotional just as much as physical.”
Community, Braun insists, is the backbone of this event. “The walk brings together families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and allies. It’s free to register and attend, so it’s not just about donations — it’s about people walking side by side.”
For Braun, the UM setting is just as important as the cause. “Watching the UM community unite for something so personal — that’s what I’m most looking forward to,” she said.
Braun’s message is direct: alopecia is not just about hair. Her experience comes with ebbs and flows—losing her hair in middle school, watching it grow back briefly in high school, only to see it fall again later.
“I hope awareness grows so people understand those with alopecia shouldn’t feel like they have to ‘fix’ themselves,” Braun said. “Alopecia is about confidence, identity and resilience. You are not alone.”
After two years of restoration and nearly a century of standing as a silent witness to Miami’s evolution, the Freedom Tower has officially reopened.
Originally built in 1925 as the headquarters of The Miami News, the skyscraper became a sanctuary for Cuban exiles fleeing Fidel Castro’s regime in the 1960s. Known as El Refugio, the tower processed more than 400,000 refugees, offering them food and medical care.
Now, as Miami Dade College puts more than $30 million into renovating the tower, it invites reflection with new museum exhibits on immigration and Cuban history. The newly curated exhibitions, including Libertad and Languages of Migration, immerse visitors in personal stories, rare artifacts and interactive media that trace the emotional and cultural journey of exile.
For many, the reopening is deeply personal. Magda Castineyra, dean of MDC’s Honors College, first entered the tower as a five-year-old refugee in 1967. “We had lost everything,” she said to Miami Dade College’s The Reporter. “The Freedom Tower was the first place all the newly arrived would go;, they helped my father find work and gave us a home. The tower became a light for my family.”
That light now shines brighter. Large digital screens project scenes of migration, while oral histories echo through restored corridors. The exhibits not only honor the past but also challenge visitors to understand the gravity of displacement and the enduring quest for belonging.
As Miami continues to grapple with modern immigration debates, the Freedom Tower stands as a counterpoint: a place where stories of exile are not erased, but elevated. “It’s a living symbol of Miami’s spirit,” said MDC President Madeline Pumariega in a statement for MDC News. “We honor its past and embrace its future as a center for education, culture and civic life.”
Instead of debating about what you’re going to do with your friends on Saturday night, go support musical ’Canes.
Talented musicians fill the University of Miami community, both in and out of the Frost school. Make sure to check the following dates out to enjoy a fun, music filled night with friends while supporting UM. These artists work hard to keep their platforms updated with new music and projects for you to find your new favorite song.
Harrison Gesser (@harrisongesser)
Taking influence from classic rock, indie pop, and synth pop, Harrison Gesser is a creative musician writing his own original music. He started off as a drummer and is now using his skills to perform playing piano alongside a live band. He strives to continue varying his sound throughout his songs.
Upcoming events:
Patio Jams- 10/23
Cheesecake (@cheesecakedaband)
Nothing short of a surprise, Cheesecake keeps audiences attentive with funky- almost experimental- music. The 7 piece band were all born in Miami. and they rep their city in their projects like their debut album “Live at Weeks Recording Studio” and their upcoming project “Shortcake”.
Upcoming events:
Lakou- 10/04 at 9p.m.
Titanic- 11/22 at 7:30p.m.
Lawn (@lawn.band)
Based in Miami, Lawn is an Indie Rock quartet experimenting with their sound through raw emotions and real world occurrences. The group’s line up consists of Romeo Bongiovi (vocals, guitar), Cooper Davis (bass), Cliff Dobson (drums) and Daniel Coppola (guitar). Their different musical backgrounds and tastes diversify their sound and style.
Upcoming events:
Tea and Poets- 09/20 at 7p.m.
Poster Child (@officialposterchild)
Poster Child is a unique Hip-Hop/R&B band group. It is composed of members Kaleb Beek (lead vocalist/rapper), Ethan Bowden (guitar), Natacha Chacin (keys/vocals), Isabella Heck (bass/vocals), and Mateo Gaviria (drums). Their sound aims at widening the landscape of UM’s artists with fusion of instruments and vocals.
Skyrise (@skyrise_official)
Skyrise blends heavy riffs along with their smooth, melodic vocal lines. Their female-led lineup provides a thick, metal sound for listeners to enjoy. The lineup consists of Alexys Dowling (vocals), Mallory Gravitt (guitar), Jen Phan (keys/production), Ben Lepak (drums), and Maddy Grant (bass).
Mark your calendars for the next Frost student band shows. Be a part of their journey.
