Hank Tester

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UM celebrates 100th anniversary Over the last century, the University of Miami has turned out internationally renowned scholars and musicians, hosted presidential debates, bestowed degrees and has become an academic and athletic powerhouse. Chartered on April 8, 1925, the university is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The university was born in the midst of South Florida's first real estate boom.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Hank Tester

Barbara Capitman: the driving force behind Miami Beach's Art Deco Historic District The Art Deco Historic District is considered a signature landmark on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. Mark Gordon, with the Miami Beach Design Preservation League, runs the walking tours of the district. "Ocean Drive is recognized as one of the most famous streets in the world," he said. But that was not always the case, even a few short years ago. "It was a beachside dump.

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Hank Tester

Remembering Doris Hart, UM's tennis trailblazer Long before the University of Miami became known for its powerhouse football and baseball programs, one of its greatest athletes was making history on the tennis court. Doris Hart, a local star who rose to international prominence while still a student at UM in the 1940s, remains one of the most accomplished tennis players to ever represent the school.

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Hank Tester

MIAMI - Black History in Miami is rich with untold tales. Finding and telling them is challenging and rewarding. Just ask Christine Malcolm, one of the founders of the Profiles in Black Miami project. "What we are doing is educating the community. We are educating ourselves," Malcolm said.

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Hank Tester

MIAMI - Winston Scott still remembers the moment his childhood dream became reality. "I was trying to be as calm and collected as I possibly could," Scott recalled of the phone call he received in 1992 telling him he had been selected as a NASA astronaut. "Yes, sir, thank you very much; I am so happy," he said at the time. But as soon as he hung up, he let out a triumphant, very loud, "Yes!"For a boy who grew up in segregated Coconut Grove, the path to space was anything but ordinary.