Henry King Stanford, 92, interim UGA president Jan 3, 2009
Henry King Stanford had retired after 19 years at the University of Miami before the University of Georgia pressed him into service. Already 70 at the time, Dr. Stanford had retired to Americus after a career that culminated in 19 years as president of the University of Miami. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Silvaggi's first year Jan 3, 2009
However, in recent months he has interacted easily with a range of people, from discussing issues such as town projects to chatting about his days as a student at the University of Miami in Florida when he watched future Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker Ted "The Mad Stork" Hendricks play for the Hurricanes football team at the Orange Bowl. Mr. Silvaggi, who had said he planned to spend considerable time playing golf when he retired from teaching in 2007, shared that his current job has... (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Florida State Plays Host To Texas A&M Corpus Christi Saturday At 4:00 P.M. Jan 3, 2009
The game against the Islanders pits two of the last three coaches at the University of Miami against each other - (1991-2000) and Perry Clark (200-04). Also on the Islanders staff is assistant coach Kevin Norris - a former assistant coach at Tallahassee Community College and a standout player for Hamilton during his collegiate career at Miami. (Seminoles.com)
Miami lifts some restrictions on Marve's transfer Jan 3, 2009
"The University of Miami has reason to believe that the Marve family or others on behalf of the Marve family contacted those institutions during the 2008 season regarding Robert's potential transfer prior to him having been given his release by UM," the university said in a statement released Friday night. "We are not suggesting any wrongdoing on the part of any of the universities mentioned.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
UAPB CHEERLEADERS TO APPEAR ON MTV TODAY Jan 3, 2009
The cheerleaders faced squads from the University of Arizona, the University of Hawaii, the University of Montana and the University of Miami at Ohio competing in a series of diverse cheerleading-related challenges such as dancing and choreography. One team was eliminated following each challenge and the winner was named Rah. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Former UGA leader Stanford dies at 92 Jan 3, 2009
He had served as president of the University of Miami from 1962 to 1981 ... The University of Miami honored him on his retirement there by naming its residential college and a campus street for him. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Miami Hurricanes lift some restrictions on Robert Marve's transfer Jan 3, 2009
CORAL GABLES The University of Miami has decided to lift a restriction on quarterback Robert Marve that will allow him to transfer to any Southeastern Conference school except for Florida, LSU or Tennessee. According to a UM statement released Friday night, those three SEC schools were excluded because UM "has reason to believe that the Marve family or others on behalf of the Marve family contacted those institutions during the 2008 season regarding Robert's potential transfer prior to him... (The Palm Beach Post)
Gators arrive in South Florida Jan 3, 2009
The University of Miami Athletic Department this afternoon lifted its restriction on Robert Marve transferring to a Southeastern Conference school with the exception of the University of Florida, the University of Tennessee and Louisiana State University ... The University of Miami has reason to believe that the Marve family or others on behalf of the Marve family contacted those institutions during the 2008 season regarding Robert s potential transfer prior to him having been given his release... (The Palm Beach Post)
Stanford dies; led University of Miami, UGA Jan 3, 2009
Henry King Stanford, who was president of the University of Miami for two decades and led the University of Georgia during a time of turmoil, has died ... "Many alumni and longtime faculty and staff members have told me how he would walk around the campus and greet everyone," University of Miami President Donna Shalala said in a news release. (Florida Times-Union)
New understanding of genetic signature associated with Alzheimer's ... Jan 3, 2009
"Though apolipoprotein E has been universally confirmed as a risk gene for late-onset Alzheimer's disease, the gene is neither necessary nor sufficient to cause AD and as much as 50% of the genetic risk effect remains unexplained," says senior study author Dr. Margaret A. Pericak-Vance from the Miami Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami in Florida. To gain further insight into the genetics of late-onset Alzheimer's disease, Dr. Pericak-Vance and colleagues completed a... (News-Medical.net)
Miami Opens New Year With Home Contest Against Cornell Jan 2, 2009
CORAL GABLES - The University of Miami women's basketball team welcome the Cornell Big Red to the BankUnited Center, Friday, Jan. 2, with tip off set for 7 p.m.. Cornell at Miami Friday, Jan. 2, 2009 / BankUnited Center / Coral Gables, Fla. (Hurricanesports.com)
The day college football turned pro Jan 2, 2009
Nebraska quarterback Turner Gill walks off the field after the Cornhuskers lost to the University of Miami 31-30 in the 50th annual Orange Bowl Classic in January, 1984. (Kathy Willens/The Associated Press). (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
FAU Edged By South Alabama 74-69 Jan 2, 2009
FAU will next play at the University of Miami Monday, January 5 at 7 p.m. ET in Coral Gables. . (Fausports.com)
PHOTOS: UM prospects at UA Game (Day 1) Jan 1, 2009
Date: Dec 31, 2008 Several University of Miami prospects are competing in the Under Armour All-American Game this week. CanesTime. (CanesTime.com)
Opponent Opinions: LB Ray Lewis Jan 1, 2009
The former University of Miami star spoke to South Florida reporters Wednesday about this weekend's playoff battle between the Ravens and Dolphins. Here's what Lewis had to say about the matchup, as well as other topics. (DolphinDigest.com)
Religion helps people exercise self-control Jan 1, 2009
Related Stories: Washington: Religion facilitates the exercise of self-control and attainment of long-term goals, says a new study from University of Miami ... University of Miami professor of Psychology Michael McCullough evaluated 8 decades worth of research on religion and found that religious beliefs and religious behaviours are capable of encouraging people to exercise self-control and regulate their emotions and behaviours, so that they can pursue valued goals. (Indian Express)
Scientists make strides toward defining genetic signature of Alzheimer's disease Jan 1, 2009
"Though apolipoprotein E has been universally confirmed as a risk gene for late-onset Alzheimer's disease, the gene is neither necessary nor sufficient to cause AD and as much as 50% of the genetic risk effect remains unexplained," says senior study author Dr. Margaret A. Pericak-Vance from the Miami Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami in Florida ... The researchers include Gary W. Beecham, University of Miami, Miami, FL; Eden R. Martin, University of Miami, Miami, FL; Yi-Ju... (EurekAlert!)
Marve leaves Miami Dec 31, 2008
"Robert has to accept that, 'Hey, I have to be a person that is willing to do what we are doing at the University of Miami,' " Shannon said. But Marve's short time as the Hurricanes' starter was marred by two incidents, both deemed serious enough to merit keeping him off the field. (Florida Today)
Brown wins Day 2 MVP for East team at AA Game Dec 31, 2008
Date: Dec 30, 2008 Bryce Brown is a five-star running back committed to the University of Miami. He was named the MVP of Day 2 practices at the U.S. Army All-American Game on Tuesday. (CanesTime.com)
McGee has great first practice at AA Game Dec 31, 2008
Date: Dec 30, 2008 Brandon McGee is a four-star cornerback prospect who committed to the University of Miami back in August and plans to enroll at UM in a few weeks. He's in San Antonio for the US Army All-American Game this week and drew high praise after his first practice there on Tuesday. (CanesTime.com)
Breaking Down the Robert Marve situation Dec 31, 2008
Date: Dec 30, 2008 What does the transfer of Robert Marve mean for the University of Miami. Where does it go from here. (CanesTime.com)
Doctors join the diet business as clinics for weight loss grow in ... Dec 31, 2008
Dr. Atul Madan, chief of the division of laparoendoscopic and bariatric surgery at the University of Miami Health System, said any weight loss program should be done in conjunction with a health care professional, though not necessarily a doctor. "Just because you have an M.D. doesn't mean you know weight loss," he said. (Palm Beach Post)
Men's Basketball Hosts New Year's Eve Matinee vs. North Florida Dec 31, 2008
- The University of Miami men's basketball team kicks off a three-game homestand on Wednesday afternoon versus North Florida at 2 p.m. at the BankUnited Center. Game 12: Miami (8-3) vs. North Florida (2-9). (Hurricanesports.com)
MIAMI QB's DAD TICKED AT COACH Dec 31, 2008
University of Miami quarterback Robert Marve is leaving the school but he's not tiptoeing out ... This is a shameful day that Shannon has brought to the University of Miami. (USA Today -- Sports)
Brown Women's Basketball Falls 84-54 to Duquesne University Dec 31, 2008
Coral Gables, FL - - Despite a team high 12 points by sophomore forward (Atlanta, GA) the Brown women's basketball team dropped an 84-54 decision to Duquesne University during the consolation game of the University of Miami Holiday Tournament on Sunday evening. The Bears dropped to 1-10 on the 2008-09 season, as the Dukes improved to 10-4. (Brownbears.com)
UM Cheer Squad featured on MTV Dec 31, 2008
A promotional trailer on YouTube shows Montana was one of the two finalists in a competition among five teams including the University of Arizona, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the University of Miami at Ohio and the University of Hawaii but it's still hush-hush as to which squad walked away with the crown and prizes that include a featured spot in American Cheerleading Magazine and a trip to MTV Spring Break 2009. Even receiving an invitation to New York City to participate in the show... (Missoulian, MT)
Trip to Tampa could pay dividends for Gamecocks Dec 31, 2008
College and NFL stars to come out of Tampa include Reche Caldwell, a receiver for USC coach Steve Spurrier at Florida, and his brother Andre, a receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Brodrick Bunkley; and University of Miami quarterback Robert Marve, who announced Tuesday he will transfer. Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis is from Kathleen High in nearby Lakeland. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Miami's Marve decides to transfer, rips Shannon Dec 31, 2008
"Robert has to accept that, 'Hey, I have to be a person that is willing to do what we are doing at the University of Miami,"' Shannon said ... "I'm very disappointed that it ended this way because I liked the school and I liked the University of Miami," Marve said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Randy Shannon won't let Robert Marve transfer to UF Dec 31, 2008
Robert Marve, who announced Tuesday he is transferring from the University of Miami, dreamed of being Tebow s replacement. Sources told the Palm Beach Post on Tuesday that Marve has Florida on his short list of schools, and the interest was mutual. (The Palm Beach Post)
Religion may have evolved because of its ability to help people exercise self-control Dec 31, 2008
A study by a University of Miami psychologist reveals that religion facilitates the exercise of self-control and attainment of long-term goals ... CORAL GABLES, FL (December 30, 2008)Self-control is critical for success in life, and a new study by University of Miami professor of Psychology Michael McCullough finds that religious people have more self-control than do their less religious counterparts ... The University of Miami's mission is to educate and nurture students, to create knowledge,... (EurekAlert!)
Lending a hand Dec 30, 2008
Dorsey, who is an accomplished musician, well known as a bass player and trumpet player, Dorsey who holds a masters of music in studio jazz writing from the University of Miami and is a music instructor at the Seymour Dual Language Academy in Syracuse, found a means to cope with the loss of his father through his music. My step-mom gave me a guitar we had bought for him a couple of years ago, Dorsey said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A Closer Look: The Nix Firing Dec 30, 2008
No matter what direction coach Randy Shannon, athletic director Kirby Hocutt and the rest of the decision makers at the University of Miami decide to take with the next offensive coordinator, they need to make sure they find someone who understands the Hurricanes strengths and weaknesses and will tailor the offense around these strengths and weaknesses ... ALEX ORDOQUI: The decision to fire Patrick Nix is clearly a good and necessary move for the University of Miami. (CanesTime.com)
OF Tommy Giles Prospect #36 Dec 30, 2008
Again, no pro team came calling but the University of Miami did- offering him a scholarship. Well, not quite. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
YESTERDAYS: Bradley estate has best rose garden Dec 30, 2008
Miss Linda Lincoln, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. R. Freeman Lincoln of Butler road, is visiting with her family over the Christmas holidays from her studies at the University of Miami in Florida. Miss Susan Clark, daughter of Mrs. John Clark of Summit Drive, was inducted into the Scarlet Key, the University s honorary activities society, at a tapping ceremony at Boston University s Marsh Chapel on December 15. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Cambridge resident to play in Army Bowl Dec 30, 2008
At North Carolina, Adams will play under head coach Butch Davis, one of the most respected recruiters in the college football and the architect of the great University of Miami Hurricane teams of the early 2000s. Despite all this, Adams said it was more than just football that made him choose North Carolina. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Hurricanes To Host 10th-Annual UM Holiday Tournament Dec 30, 2008
CORAL GABLES - The University of Miami women's basketball team will host the 10th-Annual UM Holiday Tournament at the BankUnited Center, Dec. 29-30. Duquesne and Auburn get things underway at 5 p.m. on Monday with the Miami/Brown match-up set for 7 p.m.. (Hurricanesports.com)
UM Offensive Coordinator Nix Relieved of Coaching Duties Dec 30, 2008
- University of Miami head football coach announced tonight that offensive coordinator Patrick Nix has been relieved of his duties effective immediately. In making the announcement Shannon said, "It is my obligation to review all aspects of the program and make decisions as to how we can improve as a football team.". (Hurricanesports.com)
Veggies invading the skin care market Dec 30, 2008
Baumann, the director of the University of Miami Cosmetic Medicine and Research Institute and author of "The Skin Type Solution," said it was difficult to formulate many fruit and vegetable ingredients so that they penetrate the skin. She said some ingredients, like vitamin C, could break down when blended into a cosmetic formula. (International Herald Tribune)
Papajohns.com Bowl Dec 30, 2008
PREVIOUS COACHING STOPS: Penn State - assistant (defensive backs); Chicago Bears - assistant (defensive backs); University of Miami - assistant (defensive coordinator); Rutgers - head coach. WHEN RUTGERS HAS THE BALL. (News & Observer -- Sports)
For good self-control, try getting religious about it Dec 30, 2008
He and a fellow psychologist at the University of Miami, Brian Willoughby, have reviewed eight decades of research and concluded that religious belief and piety promote self-control. This sounded to me uncomfortably similar to the conclusion of the nuns who taught me in grade school, but McCullough has no evangelical motives. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Welcome 2009 as healthier, happier year Dec 30, 2008
Sheah Rarback, University of Miami, Florida. Kiss and make up with food this year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Tuesday morning round-up Dec 30, 2008
He said he wanted to transfer closer to his Houston-area home, and despite a bogus report stating he committed to the University of Miami, Lucas was a man of his word. Alabama LT Andre Smith and won t be playing. (The Palm Beach Post)
It's all on Randy Shannon now Dec 30, 2008
Keep up with the University of Miami Hurricanes with Post beat writer Jorge Milian. RSS Feeds. (The Palm Beach Post)
This snake is really long Dec 30, 2008
Barr, a reptile expert who earned his biology doctorate from the University of Miami, said such large snakes are "very, very rare" because people kill them long before they reach that size. "I've never seen one this big in the wild," he said, "and I've only seen one or two that were bigger in captivity.". (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Phosphorus-lowering Drugs Linked To Lower Mortality In Dialysis Patients Dec 28, 2008
"This important finding suggests that perhaps treatment with phosphorus binders should be extended back to patients with less-severe chronic kidney disease (CKD)," comments Myles Wolf, MD, MMSc, of the University of Miami in Miami, Florida, one of the study authors. "This is a much larger population of patients, virtually all of whom have near-normal blood levels of phosphorus but a markedly increased risk of premature death.". (Science Daily)
Photo Gallery: Miami Hurricanes in San Francisco Dec 27, 2008
- The University of Miami football team is continuing its preparation for Saturday's Emerald Bowl match-up versus California at AT in downtown San Francisco. Throughout the week, Hurricanesports. (Hurricanesports.com)
Catch the ACC Basketball Preview Show Dec 27, 2008
and the University of Miami men's basketball team are among the highlights of the annual ACC basketball preview show that is airing on the east coast. Former ACC standouts Mike Gminski and Jason Capel break down the ACC team by team, share their own ACC First Team picks and explain what ACC basketball fans can look forward to during the 2008-09 campaign. (Hurricanesports.com)
Hernandez, Jackson Continue To Garner Preseason Awards Dec 27, 2008
- Sophomore left-hander and junior shortstop continue to garner preseason awards as both University of Miami baseball players were named to Collegiate Baseball Newspaper's 2009 Louisville Slugger Preseason All-American baseball team on Tuesday. The recognition from Collegiate Baseball marks the third national preseason honor for both Jackson and Hernandez. (Hurricanesports.com)
UM Ranked No. 18 In Collegiate Baseball's Preseason Poll Dec 27, 2008
- Fresh off its 11th College World Series appearance in head coach Jim Morris' 15 seasons at the helm of the University of Miami baseball program, the Hurricanes are ranked No. 18 in Collegiate Baseball Newspaper's Fabulous 40 Preseason NCAA Division I baseball poll announced Monday. Overall, four Atlantic Coast Conference teams are ranked in the Top 20, with North Carolina coming in at No. 2, Florida State at No. 7 and Georgia Tech at No. 12. (Hurricanesports.com)
McGee: I've been admitted Dec 27, 2008
Cane commitment Brandon McGee says he's already been admitted to the University of Miami. So what is he waitign on before he knows he's all set. (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vilma, Saints happy with marriage Dec 27, 2008
Autos HomeCenter Zero In On Your Next Home Free Classifieds. 02:56 PM CST on Wednesday, December 24, 2008. (WWLTV.com, LA)
A's make most of troublesome 2008 Dec 27, 2008
Meanwhile, Oakland snagged switch-hitting second baseman Jemile Weeks out of the University of Miami with the No. 12 pick overall in the annual First-Year Player Draft. Out of the 50 draftees, 26 (20 righties and six southpaws) were pitchers -- a high but rather common number for the A's, who also landed eight outfielders, three catchers and 13 infielders. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Cal eager to test Miami mystique in Emerald Bowl Dec 27, 2008
"With the history they have there, and just the whole atmosphere around the University of Miami, it's an honor to be on the same field with them. But still, we also think we can beat them. We're going in expecting to win.". A baseball stadium packed with shivering Cal fans will have much the same thoughts Saturday night when the Golden Bears (8-4) essentially host Miami (7-5) in the seventh edition of the game, but the first featuring one of the Bay Area's two Pac-10 schools. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Season of change hits Cincinnati Dec 27, 2008
The first baseman from the University of Miami was inked to a Major League contract through 2012 worth $4. 5 million plus incentives. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
FAU Plays Seven-Time National Champions Kentucky Dec 27, 2008
10), split up by a trip to play the University of Miami (Jan. 5) and preseason Sun Belt favorites Middle Tennessee St. (Jan. (Fausports.com)
Mexican drug cartels reaching Europe Dec 25, 2008
"Given the pressure from the Calderon government, we are seeing some of the Mexican groups seeking alliances with Europeans," University of Miami drug specialist Bruce Bagley said. REUTERS. (Boston Globe)
Changing climate may only add to our water woes Dec 25, 2008
"It could do it (the water supply) in," said Harold Wanless, chairman of geological sciences at the University of Miami. "That's basically it.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Fox Sports Announces Butch Davis Interview Special Dec 23, 2008
FOX Sports Carolinas announced the debut of In My Own Words: , spotlighting the University of North Carolina head football coach, on Tuesday, December 23 at 7:30 p.m. ET. In the 30-minute interview special, Davis chronicles his childhood in northwest Arkansas and collegiate career at the University of Arkansas; coaching with the legendary Jimmy Johnson at Oklahoma State University, the University of Miami and the Dallas Cowboys; returning to the college gridiron at the University of North... (Tarheelblue.com)
Get beach ready now! Dec 23, 2008
They stimulate the release of leptin, a hormone that helps regulate food intake and metabolism, says nutritionist Lisa Dorfman, a professor at the University of Miami in the US. So eating sushi or grilled or steamed fish could help you take control in the crucial days before your summer debut. DAY 11 In the buff. (iAfrica.com)
Mexico Exports Its Drug Wars to Guatemala Dec 23, 2008
"Frankly, I think it's going to get a loss worse," says Bruce Bagley, chair of the International Studies department at the University of Miami. The spike in drug-violence in Guatemala coincides with the crackdown on organized crime in Mexico, which that country's president, Felipe Calderon, declared two years ago upon taking office. (Time.com)
PHOTOS: UM recruits at state finals weekend Dec 22, 2008
Date: Dec 22, 2008 Several University of Miami recruits were in action in Orlando this past weekend for the state championship games. Lets take a look at several photos of each of those players. (CanesTime.com)
Hurricanes Out-Pace Grambling State for Third Straight Dec 22, 2008
CORAL GABLES - The University of Miami women's basketball team (8-3) didn't have its best game of the season, but relied on their talent in an 83-65 win over Grambling State (2-7), Sunday afternoon at the BankUnited Center. came off the bench, scoring a team-high 17 points. (Hurricanesports.com)
Listen up: iPods blamed for deafness Dec 22, 2008
Dr. Robert Fifer, an associate professor and the Director of Audiology and Speech Pathology at the Mailman Center for Child Development at the University of Miami in Miami, Florida, stands back to make sure he has correctly inserted in-the-ear hearing devices into a young boy's ears prior to performing hearing tests ... "Once these things became portable and full-time usable, we really started noticing more noise-induced hearing loss problems in younger children," said Dr. Robert Fifer, director... (Erie Times-News, PA)
MRI brain scans provide valuable diagnostic information about ... Dec 22, 2008
"We advocate, based on these findings, that the criteria for the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease should include MRI scans," said the study's lead author Ranjan Duara, MD, medical director of the Wien Center for Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Disorders at Mount Sinai Medical Center who is affiliated with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and University of South Florida College of Medicine. "By incorporating MRIs into the assessment of patients with memory problems, early... (News-Medical.net)
One truffle may lead to more indulgence Dec 20, 2008
In a recently released study, professors Juliano Laran of the University of Miami and Chris Janiszewski of the University of Florida Gainesville say they may have uncovered a key to why some people overindulge in fattening foods, buy more than they want, and party more than is good for them and why others seem immune to such weaknesses. The full report appears in the print edition of the Journal of Consumer Research in April. (MSNBC -- Health)
