About Us

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At the University of Miami, we transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service.

Our Mission

The Office of Government and Community Relations serves as the University’s liaison to all federal, state, and local government, including local chambers, community neighbors and organizations. Our goal is to build and enhance relationships through communication efforts in order to strategically advance the University’s mission.

Our Team

The Office of Government and Community Relations is led by Rudy Fernandez, executive vice president for university operations and external affairs and chief of staff to the president, and Reana Wright, vice president of government affairs and community relations. Meet the rest of our team.

About The Univeristy

A private research university with more than 17,000 students from around the world, the University of Miami is a vibrant and diverse academic community focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond.

The University comprises 11 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 180 majors and programs.

Learn more about our recent achievements in our Points of Pride report.