September 2009, Issue 2

Committed to nurturing discovery and learning in a broad array of disciplines, the College of Arts and Sciences combines a strong academic foundation with varied learning opportunities for students, who work with faculty, study around the globe, and pursue their intellectual passions. This year, 32 new professors joined the College, bringing additional expertise and strength to its educational mission.

The Office of Academic Enhancement (OAE) promotes a diverse academic experience for all undergraduate students by providing programs and opportunities that meet the academic and supportive needs of the general population. An increased emphasis is placed on assisting those groups who have been historically underrepresented in higher education by developing effective retention efforts that address these students' unique academic and supportive needs. The OAE addresses the unique demands of the academic careers of highly talented undergraduate students, particularly in relation to their applications for national fellowship programs and graduate and/or professional degrees.

Among the many challenges a student may face while in college, living with another person may be one of them. It is important for roommates to discuss their expectations for their living arrangements early. By setting boundaries in the beginning of the year, it is less likely for smaller things will become bigger issues as the year goes on.

The University of Miami Bookstore, located in the University Center on Stanford Drive, sells class textbooks, professional reference books, and leisure reading material. The bookstore provides a wide variety of academic supplies, residence hall accessories, University clothing, Nike Sideline apparel, and other spirit merchandise. The Web site, www.miami.edu/bookstores, provides electronic ordering and local pickup for student textbooks. Plus, there are more than 6,000 computer software packages available online (with the most popular available in the bookstore) with academic prices up to 85 percent off list price.

The 2009 University of Miami football team opened its fall camp Saturday, August 8 with a two-hour session at Cobb Stadium. Donning helmets and shorts, the Hurricanes worked in warm conditions, with the heat index reaching into the mid-90's by the end of the practice.