This past fall, University of Miami President Donna E. Shalala announced that she is stepping down at the end of the 2014-2015 university year (summer 2015) after 14 years of distinguished service.
UM’s current era was launched in June 2001 with the naming of Shalala as the fifth president in the history of the institution. Her presidency has been marked by accelerated progress in all key areas—teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, the delivery of cutting-edge medical care, service to the region and beyond, and fundraising.
Under her leadership, UM rapidly advanced into the top-tier of American higher education, joining the nation’s finest research universities.
President Shalala has also served as a professor of political science, teaching one of the University’s largest and most popular courses focusing on the politics and economics of health care. She plans to return to the faculty as a professor of political science and health policy.
This event is intended for the University community.
WHEN/WHERE: 4 p.m. sharp, April 30. Student Activities Center (third floor), 1330 Miller Drive, UM’s Coral Gables campus.
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Posted by: DADDEH | April 29, 2015 at 02:03 PM
OMG...a blast from da past!
Posted by: 86Cane | April 29, 2015 at 02:06 PM
Congrats to all the dads (and moms) doing God's work in teaching and leading their kids...no job is more important. Wish everyone took this as seriously as you do.
Posted by: Lurker | April 29, 2015 at 09:30 AM
Can I get an AMEN from the congregation?
Posted by: 86Cane | April 29, 2015 at 02:07 PM
Congratulations to CaneRock and his son and UMike and his son.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | April 29, 2015 at 11:15 AM
THIS
Posted by: 86Cane | April 29, 2015 at 02:08 PM
Also I love the spearheading the raising funds to improve the athletic facilities as well. Job well done Prez.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | April 29, 2015 at 02:16 PM
Amen to that, Sully. Still, more funds are needed, especially an indoor practice facility, but the athletic facilities have been brought up to the 21st-century at least, where before they were really falling behind
Posted by: Lurker | April 29, 2015 at 02:23 PM
UMike,
Cry all you want, I am very happy for you and your eonderful son. Hope all you folks keep raising those kids right. I have my 2 nephews living here now. Dropped out no jobs....18 & 20. I sat them down told them the facts job to help pay the bills, back to school asap or out. Both have gotten jobs set to return for GEDs in fall. See I do not believe in the government being Dad....you get it on your own by hard work. Lots of kudos to Baltimore mom getting that son right. Going on 37 years of coaching, I certaily don't do it for the $!! I want my kids to live right!
We can overcome societys issues if we all get honest and face the problems at hand. Raising strong honest dedicated young people is key to our future.
Posted by: VA Cane | April 29, 2015 at 02:55 PM
Yes Sir Lurker.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | April 29, 2015 at 03:21 PM
Posted by: UMike | April 29, 2015 at 09:05 AM
He might consider making a career out of it as an officer, within one of the many public relations and media arms of the military. With his experience in HS, he might stat looking into some ROTC programs in college. His bachelor's would be paid for and he could do 20 years, making north of 100k and get out as 42 year old with 20 years of experience in visual media and full retirement benefits. Not to mention a lifetime of experiences he'll never forget.
Posted by: The Dude | April 29, 2015 at 03:35 PM
Jon Gruden on Denzel Perryman
Is the next Ray Lewis in this draft, and if so, should teams really wait until the second round before taking him?
Gruden: Denzel Perryman is one of my favorite players in the draft. I don't understand why he isn't in the top 10 of this pool of players, really.
Kiper: Top 10 overall?
Gruden: Why not? He makes all the tackles. He is like Ray Lewis. You criticized Ray Lewis. I heard you on here years ago. "Twenty-sixth pick, he doesn't deserve it." He is the greatest linebacker that ever played. Where do you have Perryman this year? He is just like Ray Lewis.
Kiper: Perryman is 5-10 1/2 and 236 pounds. Very athletic, incredibly strong, fast enough and instinctive. Does he fit every defense? That is the thing. Who fits every defense of the inside linebackers? Is it Eric Kendricks of UCLA?
Gruden: If he doesn't fit your defense, fire your defensive staff.
Kiper: Perryman is a guy I am taking in the second round.
Gruden: Second round? You have Randy Gregory and Vic Beasley going ahead of Perryman?
Kiper: Yeah.
Gruden: OK, you and I are not from the same planet. Take a look at this film. You like this hit right here, Mel? You think you got a hit of Beasley or Gregory ever doing this? He is the most explosive hitter in this draft, Perryman. He has jaw-dropping hits, doesn't he?
Kiper: No question about it. But again, where did Ray Lewis go in the draft?
Gruden: In this draft, you are telling me he is a second-round pick?
Kiper: In any draft there will be guys who go in the first round that Jon Gruden doesn't like, but they allow great players to get to the second round and he is going to be one of those guys that goes in the second round and you'll say three years down the road, 'Why didn't he go in the first?' He is 5-10 1/2, he is 236 pounds and he is an inside 'backer.
Gruden: It will be one of the biggest mistakes in this draft if he goes that late.
Posted by: CaneRock | April 29, 2015 at 03:35 PM
More praise from Gruden on a separate article
Denzel Perryman, ILB, Miami
We talk about these quarterbacks all the time, but no one talks about the guys who set up the defense. We have to have somebody who has the football aptitude and the tenacity to set up our base defense, our nickel defense and our goal-line defense, and then you've got all these no-huddle teams.
Perryman makes all the tackles. He is the most explosive hitter in this draft. He has great zone awareness, and he understands routes. He can line up off the tight end, see the checkdown and make the play. College football is not producing players like this anymore. He has instincts, he has leadership, he has communication, and if he sees something, he will run through a backside swap combination and get a tackle for a loss. If he doesn't fit your defense, fire your defensive staff.
Posted by: CaneRock | April 29, 2015 at 03:36 PM
Gruden: OK, you and I are not from the same planet. Take a look at this film. You like this hit right here, Mel? You think you got a hit of Beasley or Gregory ever doing this? He is the most explosive hitter in this draft, Perryman. He has jaw-dropping hits, doesn't he?
Ding, ding, ding! His ability to hurt people, in a game that rewards you for hurting people, is top notch. He's exactly what you want out of a middle linebacker, physical and disruptive with the ability to cause TURNOVERS. He's very fast with sideline to sideline speed. Coverage skills? He's fine in a zone, he needs work in man, he's not stiff. With a pro staff coaching him, he'll take off.
I could do the work of finding all of the articles where pro coaches say the same thing I've said about Al's staff, bad at teaching fundamentals and scheming for other teams, but honestly, if you haven't realized this by now, there's no point in having the discussion any further.
Posted by: The Dude | April 29, 2015 at 03:42 PM
Too bad about the men's rowing, that can't be a very expensive sport like some of the others. But congrats, VfB, for having played a sport for the U. In terms of strength, lung capacity, fitness, muscle endurance and overall endurance I can't think of a more complete sport than competitive rowing.
Posted by: Lurker | April 29, 2015 at 02:01 PM
Thanks, Lurker. It is a special feeling when you got out, compete and win for the U. Rowing is an amazing sport, that really makes you give it all. Pain tolerance is the one thing missing from your list.
Go Canes! Nobody rows through a Hurricane!
Posted by: VfB_Cane | April 29, 2015 at 04:01 PM
We can overcome societys issues if we all get honest and face the problems at hand. Raising strong honest dedicated young people is key to our future.
Posted by: VA Cane | April 29, 2015 at 02:55 PM
Very well said.
In essence, you can reduce all the world's religions to these two sentences. Unfortunately, so many people around the world get it all wrong.
Posted by: VfB_Cane | April 29, 2015 at 04:04 PM
Very true, overcoming pain tolerance is the key to many of the endurance sports, especially mid to long distance running and most importantly something like rowing where I'm sure there's prolonged excruciating pain, including the arms and shoulders. Brutal.
Now I've never rowed other than leisure, so the type of effort required competitively is mind boggling. The closest I've ever been to that type of similar (though not the same) pain is running 8's & 16's way back when. But we're talking pain for ~2 or ~4-5 min vs however long it takes which looks like around 15-20 mins(?)
Posted by: Lurker | April 29, 2015 at 04:45 PM
There's an article on James King (BTW Linebacker who I think will be the most underrated player) on Rivals. Can anyone summerize the article?
Posted by: Da U N Houston | April 29, 2015 at 04:48 PM
Go Canes! Nobody rows through a Hurricane!
Posted by: VfB_Cane | April 29, 2015 at 04:01 PM
There IT is right there!
Posted by: 86Cane | April 29, 2015 at 05:03 PM
Prediction: Ravens will take Perryman in the first round. They're just keeping it close to the vest.
Posted by: MDCane | April 29, 2015 at 05:07 PM
I hope my Ravens draft my dude PD4 in the 1st round.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | April 29, 2015 at 05:18 PM
About King, I think that's a pay article so I didn't see it, but I believe maybe it has something to do with him putting on too much "bad" weight before the summer
Posted by: Lurker | April 29, 2015 at 05:19 PM
Love me some Donna!
Posted by: 86Cane | April 29, 2015 at 05:19 PM
The closest I've ever been to that type of similar (though not the same) pain is running 8's & 16's way back when. But we're talking pain for ~2 or ~4-5 min vs however long it takes which looks like around 15-20 mins(?)
Posted by: Lurker | April 29, 2015 at 04:45 PM
The olympic distance in rowing is 2000m, which will take an 8+ anything between 6 to 8 minutes, dependig whether you're going upstream or not. So the pain ends pretty quickly. But if you watch a crew after crossing the finishing line, they all look like they are about to pass out. Which they are.
After an ergometer test I was told my heart rate had gone up to 220 bpm! Today, that would send me straight to the grave.
The greatest thing though, was that at times we used the same weight room as the fotball team. If you ever want to feel like the weakest guy on the planet, start doing your exercises next to Greg Mark, Rusty Medearis or Tiger Clark. Oh my.
Posted by: VfB_Cane | April 29, 2015 at 06:03 PM
I remember when my engine died about 4 miles downstream from my house on the Caloosahatchee, rowing sucks.
Posted by: Dude on a Pale Horse | April 29, 2015 at 06:25 PM
rowing sucks.
Posted by: The Dude | April 29, 2015 at 06:25 PM
Kinda like a certain kayak trip on the Wekiva huh 86
Posted by: KYcane | April 29, 2015 at 07:29 PM
KYCane...I guess U are quite prepared to die?
DEM BEARS!
LOL
Posted by: SOUP | April 29, 2015 at 08:32 PM
I guess U are quite prepared to die?
Posted by: SOUP | April 29, 2015 at 08:32 PM
That's what you told that grizzly!!
Posted by: KYcane | April 29, 2015 at 09:34 PM
Thirsty
Thanks for lunch, my treat next.
Posted by: KYcane | April 29, 2015 at 09:34 PM
Spacers, would appreciate your prayers tonight. My brother in law passed away this morning. Cause unknown at this point. He is my age (33). The worst part is, he has 2 kids (10 and 8) and their mother already was killed in a car crash 4 years ago. They are left with no parents. These young ones need all the prayers they can get. My wife and I have already discussed them possibly coming to live with us and our 2 girls.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | April 29, 2015 at 11:18 PM
Ohio Cane Sending Prayer y'all way.
Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | April 30, 2015 at 12:51 AM
Bless you O_C.
Posted by: Dude on a Pale Horse | April 30, 2015 at 02:16 AM
My prayers go out to you and your family O_C.
Posted by: MDCane | April 30, 2015 at 02:58 AM
Ohio...my prayers for you and your family. As someone who works daily with kids in state custody and with kids whos parents simply dont want them....if you and your wife have the ability to bring those kids into you home, I highly recommend that you do.
If any of us here on the space can help, please let us know.
Posted by: UMike | April 30, 2015 at 06:14 AM
OC
Many prayers to your family.
Very tragic for those young children. They will need a lot of love and guidance.
Posted by: KYcane | April 30, 2015 at 06:25 AM
OC , that choked me up dude , prayers to you and your family, brother hang in there , if the brothas and sistas here are doing anything for you I am in.
Posted by: Demons | April 30, 2015 at 06:35 AM
Terrible news Ohio. Even considering taking the kids is an amazing gesture.
Good luck in finding strength to make whatever decision your heart says is best for your family and them.
Posted by: Go Canes | April 30, 2015 at 07:32 AM
Ohio...our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by: 86Cane | April 30, 2015 at 07:32 AM
Mock Draft...
9. New York Giants
Ereck Flowers, OL, Miami
After the first six picks, the Giants thought they'd have to make a tough call between Flowers and Scherff. But once the Bears took Scherff, this became an easy call. Flowers is a 6-foot-6, 330-pound freak who can start right away at guard or right tackle and can develop into the Giants’ left tackle of the future. He serves the dual purpose of immediately upgrading the run blocking -- an offseason priority that went ignored in free agency -- and giving the Giants a potential franchise cornerstone talent at a premium position. -- Dan Graziano
Posted by: UMike | April 30, 2015 at 08:23 AM
^^
http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/166716/2015-espn-nfl-nation-mock-draft
Posted by: UMike | April 30, 2015 at 08:23 AM
Man, my condolences to you & your family Ohio_Cane.
Posted by: CaneRock | April 30, 2015 at 08:34 AM
31. New Orleans Saints: Phillip Dorsett, WR, Miami
We've spoken to one team selecting in the middle of the second round that loves Phillip Dorsett, and they now believe that he won't make it to their pick. Also, Tony Pauline reported that Sean Payton was overheard gushing about Dorsett, remarking how well the Miami receiver would fit into his offense. I wouldn't even be surprised if he's chosen in the top 20.
Read more at http://walterfootball.com/draft2015_1.php#eTBy6esSwQoetHiL.99
Posted by: CaneRock | April 30, 2015 at 08:44 AM
CR...wouldnt it be nice to see 2 Canes n the 1st round?
Posted by: UMike | April 30, 2015 at 09:30 AM
UMike...absolutely. I think it's a very realistic possibility.
Posted by: CaneRock | April 30, 2015 at 10:01 AM
Ohio - words don't suffice. I wish only the best for all.
Posted by: Lurker | April 30, 2015 at 10:11 AM
CR...with all the talk about PD4 I think its very possible..hell even Walford. With all the talk regarding PD4 I wonder if teams will think their missing out, or worry he wont be there for them later in the draft.
Posted by: UMike | April 30, 2015 at 10:40 AM
Thirsty
Thanks for lunch, my treat next.
Posted by: KYcane | April 29, 2015 at 09:34 PM
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It was great to finally meet in person!!!!! I really enjoyed!!! You can't go wrong eating at a restaurant called Hurricane Wings!!!
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | April 30, 2015 at 11:18 AM
^^^^ or Jacksonville State Wings. Lol.
Posted by: Dude on a Pale Horse | April 30, 2015 at 11:23 AM
I always compared DP52 to Ray Lewis....I even said he'll be the next best LB in the NFL!! Ray Lewis wasn't the fastest guy, but he put fear in peoples eyes with his big hits!!!
Gruden is right on the money about DP52. I think Perryman will go to the Packers in the first round or the 49ers in the second.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | April 30, 2015 at 11:27 AM
^^^^ or Jacksonville State Wings. Lol.
Posted by: The Dude | April 30, 2015 at 11:23 AM
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Hahahaha!!! My next franchise restaurant I'm going to open.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | April 30, 2015 at 11:28 AM
Ohio_Cane, I hate to hear news like that, that's heartbreaking and scary! Especially since I'm the same age as him and I have two kids also.I'm praying for you and your family
Posted by: WWIN | April 30, 2015 at 11:33 AM
O_C my prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by: trianglecane | April 30, 2015 at 11:43 AM