Throughout 2025, the University of Miami will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the date its charter was signed, April 8, 1925. A grand community-wide celebration on April 8 will include a public event on the Coral Gables campus, as well as festivities in ’Canes Communities around the country and overseas.
The theme for the centennial year is “The Future is U,” an homage to the upward trajectory of the University, its network of more than 200,000 alumni, and the forward-thinking vision that has positioned the University among the top research institutions in the country.
You will find information and links about events happening throughout the year on the centennial website. In the meantime, join us as we continue our nationwide Sprint to Our Centennial tour celebrating a century of academic achievement, groundbreaking research, and community impact.
Join us on the Coral Gables campus from February 27 through March 2 for a series of exciting, thought-provoking, and educational events that highlight the achievements and contributions of Black alumni at the University of Miami.
Events in select ’Canes Communities serve as a prelude to the main reunion, during which we will honor our Black Alumni Scholarship recipients, listen to a panel discussion on the Black State of the U, learn from a Students of Culture symposium and UTrailblazers interactive presentation, and enjoy a social mixer with students and alumni.
Alina Hudak, B.B.A. ’82, M.P.A. ’84, has long been a trailblazer. Now, she is helping Miami prepare to welcome the world for next year’s FIFA World Cup. Read more >
The Mullings family have affirmed their lifelong belief in paying it forward with a gift to endow a scholarship at Miami Herbert Business School. Read more >
Mark your calendars for Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2025!
Join us November 6 – 8 as we continue celebrating our centennial, rediscover cherished connections, participate in time-honored traditions, and cheer on the Miami Hurricanes as they take the field against the Syracuse Orange. Save the dates and stay tuned for details!
Celebrate Black Alumni Society Reunion Week with the Chicago Canes with an in-depth tour of the historic Bronzeville neighborhood. Starting at the DuSable Museum of African American History, the tour will explore the rich history of one of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Join us at NOTES: Wine and Music in Old Town Spring to celebrate University of Miami Black Alumni Society reunion week with an afternoon filled with networking, music, fun, and games.
Kick off Black Alumni Society Reunion Week as we spend an inspiring afternoon exploring the National Museum of African American History and Culture at the Smithsonian Institution.
Join the Broward County Canes for a spectacular afternoon at the Yellow Party, where alumni, family, and friends celebrate in vibrant style! Held at the Young At Art Museum, this event will be a joyful explosion of all things yellow.
Join your Atlanta Canes, in partnership with the University of Miami Black Alumni Society, at TEN ATL for a night of networking, fellowshipping, and music! And if you’re a night owl, stay for a special performance by drummer Justice Michael, B.M. ’21, as he takes the stage for TEN ATL’s regular Monday night jazz session.
Join the Broward Canes at Velvet Lounge & Cafe, a Black-owned gem in Sunrise, and set the stage for Black Alumni Society Reunion Week with a fun evening of reflection, celebration, and meaningful connection.
Join the Philadelphia Canes, University of Miami Alumni Association, Pat Whitely, Ed.D. ’94, senior vice president for student affairs and alumni engagement, and special guest Shelton G. Berg, dean, Frost School of Music, for a conversation and performance as we commemorate a century of academic achievement, groundbreaking research, and community impact.
Join the Palm Beach County Canes for an inspiring evening as we explore the current state of the student body at the University with keynote speaker Renee Dickens Callan, Ed.D. ’18, assistant vice president of student life, and a panel of successful Black alumni.
Say goodbye to February with your Orlando Canes family! Join us for a relaxed evening of networking, reconnecting, and making new memories with fellow alumni, parents, and friends of the U. Space is limited—reserve now to secure your spot.
Celebrate and honor the achievements and contributions of Black students and alumni at the University of Miami with thought-provoking discussions, educational presentations, and social events.
Join the University of Miami Alumni Association, your Boston Canes Community, and Pat Whitely, Ed.D. ’94, senior vice president for student affairs and alumni engagement, as we commemorate a century of academic achievement, groundbreaking research, and community impact. This memorable evening will feature a fireside chat with special guests Erin Kobetz, Ph.D., M.P.H., chief health equity officer and vice president for health equity, Miller School of Medicine, and Katie Meier, special advisor to the vice president and director of athletics.
Reconnect, rediscover, and renew your passion for medicine alongside distinguished alumni and colleagues! Event highlights include a meet and greet with Miller School of Medicine Dean Henri R. Ford, M.D., M.H.A.; a guided tour of the medical campus; a mentoring luncheon; and much more!
Join the University of Miami Alumni Association, your Broward and Palm Beach Canes Communities, and Pat Whitely, Ed.D. ’94, senior vice president for student affairs and alumni engagement, as we commemorate a century of academic achievement, groundbreaking research, and community impact.
Help the University of Miami celebrate its centennial at this historic birthday bash on the Coral Gables campus, featuring a carnival, concert, fireworks, and more. More details and registration links are coming soon.
