The University of Miami Division of Student Affairs is partnering with USC’s Race & Equity Center to launch a racial climate survey. The survey is for undergraduate students and it aims to capture data about the racial climate on UM's campus. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete, and it will be used to assist the university in our ongoing efforts to foster a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive campus environment.

Students who complete the survey will be automatically entered into a drawing where 10 students will each win a $30 gift certificate to the Rathskeller and 20 students will win $10 for Starbucks.

Click here to take the survey.

Are you looking to build your design portfolio? Are you creative, forward-thinking, and motivated? Do you enjoy bringing ideas to life and working in a fast-paced environment? If so, apply to be Toppel’s graphic design intern today! Our advertising and marketing reach a global market: from students, faculty, and staff at the University of Miami to international companies and alumni all over the world.

As a graphic design intern, you are responsible for creating a variety of professional and visually appealing marketing products for diverse audiences. You will design logos, brochures, posters, flyers, and other print and electronic materials that reflect the high-quality standards of the Toppel Career Center. This position requires independent judgment and intermediate to advanced graphic design skills and works under the direction of the Communications Specialist and the Director of Assessment & Communication.

If you’re interested, apply today on JobX!

Laurel Schmidt Peer Advisor

Laurel Schmidt is a junior from Jacksonville, Florida, with majors in Environmental Engineering and Classical Civilizations. Laurel is an active member of the Upsilon Delta chapter of Chi Omega serving as the Director of Social Events and the Director of Career and Personal Development. She is also the president of UMiami Sugarcanes (bat & ball girls for the baseball team), a Cane-Buddy mentor and a member of UMiami Society of Women Engineers and the UMiami TEDx production committee.

Best Advice?

Hesitation leads to devastation. Although this sounds corny because it rhymes, it is important to me because it reminds me to do everything with my full attention, go full force and have a positive mindset.

#BreakThru Story?

A barrier I've had to #BreakThru when reaching toward my career goals is being comfortable talking in social situations. I have always been introverted when I first meet someone and in groups tend to just sit quietly and listen. By working on my communication skills, I have been able to speak up to ask questions and include my own thoughts about the things I want to do career-wise, which has led me to learn more about what exactly I want to do with my majors.