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Members of Alpha Delta Phi, Miami’s oldest fraternity on campus, hung a banner outside their chapter house on South Campus Avenue in support of Charlie Kirk following his assassination. 

Turning Point members host vigil in wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death

By Olivia Patel | September 11, 2025

On Wednesday, Sept. 10, a singular shot found its way onto the screens of millions of college students across America – including at Miami University. Charlie Kirk, right-wing activist and loyalist to President Donald Trump, was assassinated in front of a crowd of about 3,000 college students at Utah Valley University, who gathered to watch him debate young voters as part of his “Prove Me Wrong” series on the The American Comeback Tour.

Retired professor Annie-Laurie Blair teaching a journalism class in 2023.

Miami adopts new budget model, targets deans’ performances

By Olivia Patel | September 1, 2025

Miami University’s new budget model – RCM 4.0 – is a continued push by the administration to focus on higher-enrolled majors, while also identifying low-enrolled majors to the deans of their respective colleges for consolidation or elimination. The Responsibility Center Management (RCM) budgeting will draw institutional revenue from a student’s “primary” major.

Adam Smith stands at the Religh Relays on March 27 before his event.

The perfect pair: Brothers on road to NCAA Championship

By Olivia Patel | May 5, 2025

In the back of the throwing circle, Adam Smith prepares for his waltz. His partner, a 22-centimeter discus weighing 2.2 kilograms, rests comfortably between his fingertips and the heel of his palm. The pair has been dancing for nearly eight years now, despite their frequent separation.

Provost steps down after three years in position

By Olivia Patel | March 18, 2025

After serving as the provost and executive vice president of Miami University for the past three years, Elizabeth Mullenixwill be stepping down from the position this summer and returning to her teaching position in the College of Creative Arts (CCA) in the fall.

John D. Millett was the 16th president of Miami and is recognized for his leadership during a time of significant growth for the University.

The man behind the arena: Meet John D. Millett

By Olivia Patel | February 28, 2025

 As the era of Millett Hall draws to a close, with the potential construction of the new sports arena on Cook Field, memories of the hall are represented through Millett’s iconic and versatile history. 

The feelings behind Miami’s sorority LLC

By Olivia Patel | January 30, 2025

Hailey Roth came to Miami University last fall excited about the many opportunities of college life. A local to Bethesda, Maryland, Roth saw college as her opportunity to break out of her hometown mold and start something new: a new living situation, different classes, a fresh environment and most importantly, new friends.

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