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Women of the U is on a mission: to build community among University of Miami alumnae; to identify, discern and solidify shared interest; to connect the community with the growing number of women’s initiatives within and around the University; to foster engagement through programming focused on women’s issues, featuring distinguished alumnae, faculty, and innovative leaders; and to bring together alumnae and female students of the U.

Upcoming Event

Women of the U: Golden Girl
January 25, 2024  |  11 a.m.

Join fellow ’Canes as we examine the journey of an extraordinary alumna: Lynn Vinocur Wilson, B.A. ’62, owner, Lynn Wilson Associates International, who left her mark on the world of interior design and continues her work through her remarkable philanthropy. The virtual conversation will be moderated by Tsitsi Wakhisi, associate professor of professional practice, School of Communication.


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Celebrating the contributions of these legendary Hall of Famers and learn how lessons from the game have shaped their lives, their families, and their careers.

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  • The Honorable Tamara James, B.L.A. '06
    Commissioner, City of Dania Beach
  • Octavia Blue, B.A. '07
    Women's Basketball Head Coach, Kennesaw State University
  • Jenny Krawec, B.S.Ed. '05, M.S.Ed. '08, Ph.D. '10
    Associate Professor of Professional Practice, School of Education and Human Development
  • Kym Hope, B.A. '99
    Associate Professor of Professional Practice, School of Education and Human Development
  • Coach Katie Meier
    University of Miami Women’s Basketball Head Coach

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  • Judy Pantoja-McCabe, B.B.A. ’90
    Vice President, UM Sports Hall of Fame

Dean Kohn-Wood shares the importance of paying it forward and the role of fostering relationships in personal and professional growth.

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  • Dr. Laura Kohn-Wood
    Dean of the University of Miami’s School of Education and Human Development.
  • Britney Clarke, B.S.E.D ’12.
    Employee (Primo) Relations Manager, North America for Bacardi USA

A thought-provoking conversation featuring Women of the U speaker Ileana Musa, B.B.A. ’91. Ileana discusses how failing forward has served as the fuel to obtaining her success and shares insights on leveraging failure as a stepping stone to achieving both personal and professional goals.

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  • Ileana Musa, B.B.A. ’91
    Managing director for Morgan Stanley, Mentor for UM’s The Latina Project.
  • Melissa Jordon, Esq. A.B. ’14, J.D. ’16.
    1st Vice President, Programming Committee, Young Alumni Leaders Council

Stephanie Sylvestre, M.A. ’96 shows that to break through traditional glass ceilings, we must first shatter self-imposed glass ceilings that undermine our ability to rise to our full potential

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  • Stephanie Sylvestre, M.A. ’96
    A powerhouse transformational leader who leverages technology to achieve results.
  • Jamie Williams-Smith, SGA President
    A University of Miami senior studying Business Technology and Strategic Communication

Knowing the rules of engagement, the state of play, and the lay of the land is key to achieving success in the business world. This discussion brings together innovative, pioneering entrepreneurial women who are helping to change the rules of play and positively impact lives.

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  • Patricia Dunac Morgan, B.S. ’06
    Entrepreneur, educator, consultant
  • Samantha Ku, B.B.A. ’10
    COO, Square Financial Services
  • Birame Sock, ’97
    Tech entrepreneur, start-up advisor

In the ever-changing world of sports, an increasing number of women are breaking barriers on the field and in the boardroom, and our alumnae are leading the way. These leaders know what it takes to win in the business of sports.

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This distinguished panel of women share what drives their selfless support for those in need and the intrinsic value of sharing their talents with the community. They understand the importance of giving back.

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Moderated by:

  • Claudia Townsend
    Professor of Marketing, Miami Herbert Business School, University of Miami

Leading this discussion are two extraordinary alumnae and trustees, who share their insights on achieving success in corporate America and the power of diversity to build organizations and communities.

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The Women's Commission

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ACE Women's Network

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Women in Academic Med

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Women in Engineering

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Featured Stories

Championing the arts and underserved communities

Donette Francis, associate professor of English

As director of the Center for Global Black Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences and a founding member of the Hemispheric Caribbean Studies Collective, Donette Francis explores the intersection of race, the arts, and the environment in her teaching and research.
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Braving the elements to unlock the oceans’ secrets

Lisa Beal, professor of oceanography

Originally from the United Kingdom, Lisa Beal is at home on the ocean—no matter how distant the voyage or how stormy the waters. A professor at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, Beal has made 17 research expeditions to the Atlantic and Indian Oceans and logged 357 days at sea, all to explore and study how the world’s oceans shape the global climate.  
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Saying yes when the world is saying no

Neri Karra, B.B.A. ’99

An entrepreneur, author, fashion designer, and academic, Neri Karra has achieved much. Her journey began in Bulgaria and continued through a Turkish refugee camp to Istanbul and, ultimately, the University of Miami, which she attended on a full scholarship and graduated summa cum laude.
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Keeping the candle of hope burning for Afghan women

Zakera Azizi, M.I.B.S. ’22

Zakera Azizi knows and appreciates more than most the power of education. As an Afghan official working with the U.S.-backed Afghanistan government, she was a passionate advocate for women’s rights in her country. 
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