The U Creates is your link to arts, culture, and creative expression at the University of Miami.
Patrons browse the booths in downtown Miami during the 2023 Miami Book Fair.
University authors shine at the Miami Book Fair

Miami’s premier literary event partners with The U Creates to feature ’Canes talent.

University authors shine at the Miami Book Fair

Miami’s premier literary event partners with The U Creates to feature ’Canes talent.

Welcome to The U Creates—your link to arts, culture, and creative expression at the University of Miami. 

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SPOTLIGHT OUR CREATORS

Rene Rodriguez, manager, Bill Cosford Cinema, School of Communication

Reigniting Interest in the Cinema

“People love to discuss what they’ve just seen, especially when it’s a really thoughtful film that gives you things to talk about. When you come to the Cosford Cinema to see a movie you get more than just a movie; you get an experience that involves context and discussion.” —Rene Rodriguez, manager, Bill Cosford Cinema, School of Communication

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Rene Rodriguez, manager, Bill Cosford Cinema, School of Communication

Uniting an Audience

“Music is a universal language that brings us together. I hope my music can touch the hearts of all audiences, whether that be at Carnegie Hall or a local community center.” —Cierra Hall, Frost School of Music

Donette Francis, professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences; director of the Center for Global Black Studies

Highlighting the History, Future of Black Art in Miami

“Black Miami has an aesthetic shaped by the uniqueness of this place. There’s an ecosystem among Black Miami artists that registers in how they show up for each other, cross reference each other, and live comfortably among each other. For museum audiences and beyond, I unequivocally believe that the best scholarship about Black Miami art begins here.” —Donette Francis, professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences; director of the Center for Global Black Studies

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Donette Francis, professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences; director of the Center for Global Black Studies
Brandon T. Bryant plays the trombone

Motivating Fellow Musicians

“I hope my art inspires others who look like me to dream and reach heights others would discourage them from.” —Brandon T. Bryant, Doctor of Musical Arts student, Frost School of Music

Brandon T. Bryant plays the trombone
Lorena Lopez, lecturer at School of Communication, speaks with her student during class.

Inspiring Connections Through Data and Wearable Tech

“I want students to start thinking of what else can you see, what else can you sense, what can we create, what can we listen to, and see what kind of story you can tell with the data through wearable technology.” —Lorena Lopez, lecturer, School of Communication

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Lorena Lopez, lecturer at School of Communication, speaks with her student during class.
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December guide to the arts at the U

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December guide to the arts at the U

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Creators in the news

Learn about the work being done by University of Miami students and faculty in the arts and humanities, including research, scholarship, collaborations, and achievements.

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