Molly S. Shoichet, professor of engineering and applied chemistry for the Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto, presents “Drug and Cell Delivery Strategies for Spinal Cord Injury Repair” on Wednesday, May 6 from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Lois Pope LIFE Center, Apex Auditorium, seventh floor. For more information, call 305-243-7108.

How well an individual communicates can influence how others view their work, performance, and prospects for career mobility.  In a dynamic working environment, it is not surprising that misunderstandings occur. This course will assist participants in learning to actively listen for different types of input in a variety of situations, respond appropriately, and identify pertinent information.

Attendees must complete the corresponding online CBL prior to enrolling in the course. To register for the sessions, visit ulearn.miami.edu and follow the instructions to logon. For more information, call 305-243-3090 or 305-284-5110.

Miller School campus
Wednesday, May 6 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Dominion Parking Garage
Professional Development and Training Office, suite 155.

Coral Gables Campus
Thursday, May 7 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Max Orovitz Building
Professional Development and Training Office, room 139

Spring has returned and nature beckons discovery and exploration—even in art form. The annual two-part UM Student/Master of Fine Arts Exhibitions are viewable at the Lowe Art Museum. Also on view: UM’s Faculty Exhibition, featuring Carsten Meier’s Naturell. A preview and reception for the juried student exhibition and Naturell will be held Friday, April 17 from 7 to 10 p.m. The evening will be highlighted with a special lecture by Meier. A preview reception for the MFA exhibition, on view from May 14-June 14, will be held Wednesday, May 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. Both receptions are free and open to the public. Regular admission to the Lowe (not including special events) is $10; $5 for seniors and non-UM students; and free for Lowe Art Museum members, UM students, faculty and staff, and children under 12 years of age. For more information, call 305-284-3535 or visit www.lowemuseum.org.