On this episode, Miami student Emilio Bloch talks about his work with retina cell regeneration, alternate pathways for people interested in health-related careers, studying public health in Africa, and more.

On this debut episode, Major Insight host and Miami student Jacob Bruggeman speaks with Emily Tatum, who explains how her university experiences helped transform her passions into internships with the Pentagon and U.S. Department of State, what it really means to be a global citizen, and much more.

The Solar Decathlon Design Challenge, formerly called Race to Zero, is an annual competition open to students from collegiate institutions worldwide. The competition encourages students to work with builders, developers, community leaders, and other industry partners to meet stringent design requirements and create marketable, affordable concepts. Teams compete in a range of residential and commercial project types. Jurors evaluate projects in ten contest categories: Energy Performance; Engineering; Financial Feasibility & Affordability; Resilience; Architecture; Operations; Market Potential; Comfort & Environmental Quality; Innovation; Presentation. Sixteen Miami students from architecture and mechanical engineering majors collaborated in the 2019 Race to Zero competition studio. The studio fielded two teams in the first phase of the competition. In February, their progress entries were selected to be among the 48 finalist teams representing 34 institutions from the U.S. and internationally. The Miami students presented their final proposals at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) April 13-14 in Golden, Colorado. Miami's team won top awards in their divisions: Elementary School team - 1st Place; Attached Housing team - Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement.

Miami University announces the launch of an official new podcast, Major Insight, which explores what college students can achieve when ambition meets opportunity. Produced in collaboration with Miami's Reframe podcast, Major Insight features stories behind the success of highly motivated students, their promising new research, and its relevance in our world. Hosted by Miami honors student Jacob Bruggeman, each episode gives listeners an insightful look into how students are navigating 21st century academic life. Bruggeman's interviews highlight the personal journeys of each guest, as well as their contributions to a variety of fields. "Too often, students see research as something 'other students' do, or something that's time-consuming and 'not for me.' Research is for everyone. It can be scaled to your availability, interests, and course load. Major Insight makes this clear. Prospective and current students alike should listen to better understand how every student can transform a subject into a passion." The first episode is available now. It features accomplished Miami senior Emily Tatum, who describes how her university experiences helped transform her personal interests into internships with the Pentagon and the U.S. Department of State, her research on U.S. foreign policy, and more. According to James Loy, Major Insight producer and Reframe host, Major Insight will resonate with listeners on several levels. "There many current students, prospective students, and even parents who want to get the most out of the college experience," Loy said. "So this podcast can serve as a guide, or a roadmap, by introducing listeners to the endless variety of opportunities that are available in higher education. It's also been inspirational to hear how these Miami students have accomplished so much, so quickly. So the podcast is also a really interesting glimpse into the young minds who are excited to make an equally powerful impact out in the world." Major Insight is available on Apple Podcasts and Google Play Music.

Graduate students from Miami University's Project Dragonfly will travel to the Amazon, Baja, Belize, Borneo, Brazil, Costa Rica, Guyana, Galapagos, Mongolia and Namibia, where they will engage in action projects on vital human and ecological issues.

Miami University student appointed to Board of Trustees

Luay Ahmed was just named one of the 2019 SCI Scholars.

Miami University Student Awarded Prestigious Boren Scholarship and another as alternate

Miami University students awarded Fulbright grants

A Project Dragonfly master's student has been awarded the Summer Credit Workshop Study Abroad Scholarship from Miami University's Global Initiatives to travel on a summer 2019 course to Belize.

Miami University students awarded the President's Distinguished Service Award.

Miami field hockey players were just named NFHCA Division I Scholars of Distinction

Two Miami University Students Awarded Goldman Prize

Miami University welcomes students to begin their college career in Spring 2019

Miami University graduate student from Project Dragonfly's Global Field Program has published original work.

Miami University students who are ranked in the top twenty percent of undergraduate students within each division for first semester 2018-19 have been named to the dean's list recognizing academic excellence.

Miami University students who are ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division for first semester 2018-19 have been named to the president's list recognizing academic excellence.

Miami University awarded degrees to students during fall commencement exercises Friday, December 14, 2018, at Millett Hall.

Miami University graduate students from Project Dragonfly's Global Field Program and Advanced Inquiry Program have published original work.

Having applied the tools of science, education and conservation to become leaders in conversation communities, graduate students in the Global Field Program (GFP) and Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) from Miami University's Project Dragonfly finish their master's studies.

Miami graduate students from Project Dragonfly have been invited to present as featured speakers at the 15th Annual World Community Conference at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Dec. 15, 2018. Sponsored by the zoo and Miami University's Project Dragonfly, the conference showcases the work of students who have conducted inquiry projects in communities across the U.S. and at key conservation sites around the world.

Miami kinesiology and health students Jared Bottger, Sarah Brown, and Taylor Roof received the first place trophy at the Midwest Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Quiz Bowl Championship held in Grand Rapids, MI, on November 9th. The team, selected by the kinesiology faculty members, competed against approximately 20 other college teams in a Jeopardy-style tournament on physiology and sport medicine topics. On top of the trophy, the Miami team also won a paid trip to the ACSM national conference to represent the region in late May. In addition to the competition, 40 Miami students, both undergraduate and graduate, attended the conference with most presenting their research through oral or poster presentations. Dr. Cardyl Trionfante planned and organized Miami's trip and participation, which was also attended by numerous kinesiology faculty members including Helaine Alessio, Kevin Ballard, Randal Claytor, Ron Cox, Kyle Timmerman, and Mark Walsh. http://miamioh.edu/ehs/news/2018/11/knh-acsm-winners.html

Having applied the tools of science, education and conservation to become leaders in conversation communities, graduate students in the Global Field Program (GFP) and Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) from Miami Unviersity's Project Dragonfly finish their master's studies.

Miami University Senior Named Rhodes Scholarship Finalist

Miami University Awards Miami-Hughes Internships

Miami University welcomes students to begin their college career in Fall 2018

The Ohio Council for the Social Studies announce Maria Kahn's selection as a 2018 Jim Sheehan Award Winner. Kahn was strongly recommended by her Miami social studies methods professor. The Dr. James Sheehan Pre-Service Social Studies Teacher Award Winner was established in memory of OCSS Executive Director, Jim Sheehan, who promoted undergraduate participation in the professional organization. This award honors outstanding social studies university students that have demonstrated excellence in teaching and have great potential in the social studies classroom. As a recipient of the award Kahn receives a complimentary one year's membership in OCSS, an award certificate, and recognition at the Awards Luncheon at the 2018 Annual Conference on Tuesday, October 16th. More information on OCSS and its 2018 OCSS Conference and Awards can be found at: www.ocss.org

Miami University awarded degrees to students during spring commencement exercises Saturday May 19, 2018, at Millett Hall.

Miami University Students Selected as 2018-19 Beckman Scholars

Miami University Seniors Awarded Prestigious Astronaut Scholarship