Myaamia Center celebrates 25 years at Miami The Myaamia Center came into existence in 2001 when the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma approached the university about helping to revitalize the Myaamia language and culture.
Miami faculty, students stage Cook Field ‘funeral’ to protest new arena, other grievances Protesters gathered on Cook Field on May 1 with signs depicting tombstones inscribed with the names of recently cut majors, a cardboard coffin etched with “R.I.P. Cook Field” and an “urn” – a large mason jar – full of dirt from the field.
Miami hosts 20th annual student fashion show Following the show, two students were awarded $10,000 in Altman Institute for the Humanities Scholarship funds.
Earth Fest: Oxford’s personal celebration of Earth Day “Awareness and education is the first step in sustainability and conservation and making our Earth the best it can be … and it's important to be appreciative and see all the amazing things that our community can do when we come together.”
‘Storytelling and art:’ Exploring climate change From now until May 4, the OCAC is exhibiting “Changing Climate, Changing Communities,” showcasing around 40 pieces crafted by local and regional artists.
Miami faculty nominated for SilverSneakers’ ‘Instructor of the Year’ award Hillary Swift, assistant director of fitness at Miami University, received a nomination for her instruction of SilverSneakers classes at Miami’s Recreational Center.
Oxford Physics Quest encourages local youth to participate in STEM, physics in new summer workshop Oxford Physics Quest is holding a workshop with the Oxford Lane Library, the Miami University Physics Department and Talawanda High School faculty in June to promote youth interest in STEM.