Media Matters: Wil Haygood – ‘Solo Voyager’
I first met Wil Haygood, a 1976 Miami University graduate, in spring 2013. He delivered Miami’s commencement address, beginning his talk with the trailer for “The Butler.”
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Miami alum studies coral spawning in Colombia to support reef restoration
Miami University alum Stephanie Costagliola spent 10 days diving off the Santa Marta coast this summer, collecting coral spawn in an effort to better understand and restore some of the ocean’s most threatened reefs.
Myaamia Center collaborates on exhibit now open in France
An exhibit showcasing indigenous artwork is now open at the Palace of Versailles in France and was organized in part by the assistant director of the Myaamia Center at Miami University.
Most survey takers don’t want an arena on Cook Field, less likely to donate if it’s built
Results show 89% of respondents to a survey, conducted by Miami University students, faculty and alumni, are opposed to the current plan to replace Millett Hall with an “Event District” on Cook Field, and 69% are less likely to donate if the plan moves forward.
‘Rooted Here’ exhibit examines Oxford’s history of art
Professor Annie Dell’Aria, assistant professor of art history at Miami University, tasked her students to curate an entire art exhibit in one semester. Now, it’s open to the public.
Butler Tech, Miami introduce Advanced Manufacturing Hub
The ribbon-cutting for the new $31 million facility at the former Vora Technology Park campus was hosted nearly a month after students began classes.
‘The War Within a War’ examines racial complexities of the Vietnam War
Miami University alum Wil Haygood focuses his most recent book on the Vietnam War and the struggles Black Americans endured at home and overseas.