Raul Palma, associate dean of faculty and new initiatives in the School of Humanities and Science, released his debut novel “A Haunting in Hialeah Gardens” on Oct. 3. The novel, which takes place in Miami, Florida, follows the main character Hugo Contreras as he navigates challenges in his life, like the loss of his wife and the medical bills that come with it.

“My main ambition is to continue contributing to this field, as a writer, as a thinker, and to be in a position to help mentor students."