As you gear up for the 2019-20 academic year, think about following some Miami social media accounts to stay in the loop! While the number of Miami orgs and offices on social is HUGE, we have a few main accounts you should consider as a starting point!
1. Miami University Student Life
Instagram: @MiamiOH_studentlife
Twitter: @MiamiOH_Student
Okay, this one might be biased – but we have to plug our own accounts, right?!? The Student Life social accounts are geared toward incoming and current Miami students, and often include event and campus photos, a weekly student org spotlight, videos about current topics, upcoming deadlines, giveaways, and a behind-the-scenes look at what matters to students. Give us a follow!
2. Miami University
Instagram: @MiamiUniversity
Twitter: @MiamiUniversity
The official social media accounts for Miami are your one-stop shop for all Miami-related information. The main @MiamiUniversity accounts will keep update you on major speakers, news, research, awards and more. The occasional scenic photo from an iconic Miami landmark is always a welcome surprise too!
3. Associated Student Government (ASG)
Instagram: @MiamiASG
Twitter: @MiamiASG
Want to know what your student-elected leaders are up to on campus? Follow ASG’s Instagram and Twitter to find updates on events and policies your representatives are working on.
4. Miami Activities and Programming (MAP)
Instagram: @Miami_MAP
Twitter: @Miami_MAP
With over 100 events every semester, MAP’s social media will keep you updated on the weekly events created specifically for Miami students by Miami students. From ticket sales for comedians to karaoke in the Red Zone, MAP is always programming for students. The best part? Almost all of their events have free food and fun giveaways!
5. President Crawford and Dr. Crawford
President Crawford on Twitter: @PresGreg
Dr. Crawford on Twitter: @RenateJCrawford
If you really want to experience Love and Honor on your timeline, following President Crawford and Dr. Crawford is a must. The Crawfords are very active on their Twitter accounts, from event updates to fun facts about Miami.
6. Fraternity & Sorority Life
Instagram: @MUGreeks
Twitter: @MUGreeks
If you are already involved in greek life, or if you’re planning to go through recruitment this year, you should definitely be following the Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life on social! They’ll keep you informed of deadlines, upcoming events, changes, and more.
7. Dr. Jayne Brownell (Vice President for Student Life)
Instagram: @JayneBrownell
Twitter: @JayneBrownell
Recently named one of Higher Education’s VPs to follow on Instagram, Jayne does an awesome job of highlighting construction updates, student life staff, events, and sneak peeks into her own life as well (and she is a masterful baker and world traveler – so prepare to be dazzled with her baking and traveling adventures!).
8. Study Abroad
Instagram: @MiamiOHAbroad
Twitter: @MiamiOHAbroad
It’s so fun to see all the amazing places where Miami students are studying across the world! Get a glimpse of their experiences and see what kinds of opportunities are available to you.
9. Athletics
Instagram: @Miami_RedHawks
Twitter: @MiamiRedHawks
Going to a game with your friends is one of the best college experiences. Not sure when or where a game is? Follow Miami Athletics for up to date information on athletic games and events around campus!
10. Your Academic Division
Most of the academic divisions have their own social media accounts as well. Find yours and follow for academic-related updates, changes, and more! We’ve linked Instagram accounts here, but you can find most on Twitter with the same username as well!
- College of Arts and Sciences: @miamiohcas
- College of Creative Arts: @miamiohcca
- College of Engineering and Computing: @cec_miamioh
- College of Education, Health & Society: @miamiohehs
- Farmer School of Business: @farmerschoolofbusiness
- Bonus: Honors Program: @miamiohhonors
Do you have a favorite Miami account that we missed? Follow Student Life on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, and let us know!
