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Police on Northrop Mall Tuesday morning. A protestor carries a Palestinian Flag.
Faculty, students protests occur on Northrop Mall, at Coffman Union
by Theo Franz and Sam Hill
Published April 23, 2024
The protests and encampment protested the University’s financial involvement with several companies affiliated with the Israel-Hamas war.
Interim President Jeff Ettinger inside Morrill Hall on Sept. 20, 2023. Ettinger gets deep with the Daily: “It’s bittersweet.”
Ettinger reflects on his presidency
by Olivia Hines and Emma Walytka
Published April 22, 2024
Ettinger shares the University of Minnesota’s achievements from the last year and his hopes for future projects the next president, Rebecca Cunningham, will undertake.
Graduate programs make an effort to engage with undergraduate students, hoping to keep them at the University, admissions staff say.
‘Double Gophers’ make up over one-third of alumni pursuing post-grad degrees
by Hannah Ward and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published April 21, 2024
Obtaining an undergraduate and graduate degree from the same university can come with established networks, lower tuition and local familiarity.
From left to right, Nicholas Juarez, Dillon Gherna and Christina Mignone. UMPD’s Community Engagement Team members work to build community at the University.
Beyond patrol: UMPD’s community engagement initiatives
by Samantha Siedow
Published April 19, 2024
UMPD’s Community Engagement Team engages with the community through year-round events, workshops and safety presentations.
A bust of Professor Johannes C. C. Nitsche is on display at the Mathematics Library on Wednesday. Nitsche taught mathematics at the University of Minnesota for 37 years. The College of Science and Engineering plans on transforming the space into a study space for students, though a survey conducted earlier this year shows support for a scaled-down library.
UMN plans to close Vincent Hall math library by summer 2025
by Logan Anderson
Published April 18, 2024
The math library will operate under reduced hours starting this summer as the process begins.
Eileen Bass, the Interpretation Assistant for WAM’s Truth and Repair Initiative on Pillsbury and Pleasant St. SE in Minneapolis on Sunday. Indigenous students speak up about the TRUTH Report.
Indigenous students: Who the TRUTH Project affects
by Araia Breedlove
Published April 18, 2024
The history the University doesn’t tell affects Indigenous students today.
Morrill Hall on March 29. Actions taken by the University include scholarships, improved NAGPRA accountability, beginning the process to return the Cloquet Forestry Center to the Fond du Lac Band and research guidelines.
The TRUTH Report’s impact on UMN administration, one year later
by Logan Anderson
Published April 18, 2024
Since the TRUTH Report was released a year ago, the University of Minnesota has taken action to address some of its concerns.
St. Paul’s Greek life roots itself in agriculture
by Avery Vrieze
Published April 23, 2024
Of the five fraternities and sororities on UMN’s St. Paul campus, many of them have ties to agriculture.
UMN pre-health organizations fundraise for Palestine
by Amirah Razman
Published April 23, 2024
Five University pre-health student organizations led a fundraising campaign to raise money for humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Faculty, students protests occur on Northrop Mall, at Coffman Union
by Theo Franz and Sam Hill
Published April 23, 2024
The protests and encampment protested the University’s financial involvement with several companies affiliated with the Israel-Hamas war.
American Indian Graduation Celebration celebrates Indigenous success
by Amelia Roessler
Published April 22, 2024
The graduation featured 44 graduates and was held Friday evening at Minneapolis College.
Spring Jam music performers take center stage
by Maddie Robinson and Avery Vrieze
Published April 21, 2024
The annual one-day event took place Saturday.
Teamsters files charges against University
by Amelia Roessler
Published April 21, 2024
In an issue of summer work, Teamsters Local 320 filed an unfair labor practice charge on behalf of dining hall employees.
RecWell dives feet first into Ski U Drop
by Amelia Roessler
Published April 20, 2024
Students had the chance to jump off the diving platforms at the Thursday event.
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Hunters for Hunters was founded last October with the express goal of removing wolves from the endangered species list, holding events across the state attended by politicians.
Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf?
by Logan Anderson
Published April 21, 2024
Many say building more housing is the best way to lower the vacancy rate and create affordable housing.
Vacancy rates across Twin Cities being addressed on state, local levels
by Natasha Delion
Published April 21, 2024
There are about a dozen new, smaller companies expected to enter the rideshare marketplace.
Emerging rideshare startups aim to fill Uber, Lyft’s shoes
by Grace Aigner
Published April 18, 2024
Baby ducklings follow their mother on a casual swim through the Mississippi River. Photographed on Wednesday, these birds passed through Father Hennepin Bluff Park on a chilly afternoon. The Lower trail is currently riddled with invasive species and plants the restoration project aims to return to the area’s original ecology.
Conservation leaders, community members discuss Father Hennepin Bluff’s restoration
by Grace Aigner
Published April 17, 2024
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Student debt is a multifaceted issue, but there is a better way of addressing it.
Opinion: Colleges are running a student loan scam
by Michael Fraley
Published April 22, 2024
They can’t keep getting away with this.
Editorial: O.J. and me: Close encounters of three kinds
Editorial: O.J. and me: Close encounters of three kinds
by Marshall H. Tanick
Published April 19, 2024
Simpson’s relationship with Tanick goes back to 1968.
Editorial Cartoon: Peace in Gaza
Editorial Cartoon: Peace in Gaza
by Sam Fleming
Published April 19, 2024
I see no better cartoon with which to punctuate my time at The Daily than with a cartoon about Palestine. As Israeli troops pull out of Southern Gaza, the future looks bleak and uncertain. May peace prevail. May peace be upon all children. May peace be upon us all.
Nursing students should have access to free campus resources for well-being support.
Opinion: Nursing students should be financially compensated
by Natalie Trimble
Published April 18, 2024
Financial compensation could be an hourly minimum wage or grants.
Editorial: Okay, but where are you from?
Editorial: Okay, but where are you from?
by Tonayo Crow
Published April 18, 2024
America needs to stop the othering of Asian Americans.
People line up to meet Frank Turner who is signing records at Electric Fetus during
Record Store Day on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The store has events going all day long with DJ sets and record signings. Electric Fetus, Cheapo Discs and others took part in Record Store Day.
Record Store Day in Minneapolis
by Max Mueller
Published April 21, 2024
The national holiday allowed vinyl stores to celebrate music in the Twin Cities.
“The Tortured Poets Department” is Swift’s first album of original material since 2022’s “Midnights.”
Review: 'The Tortured Poets Department' by Taylor Swift
by Ethan Lambert
Published April 20, 2024
Fans of “Folklore” and “Evermore” will adore Swift’s latest double album.
Black Fashion Week has been held annually since 2017.
Black Fashion Week MN highlights local designers this May
by Ethan Lambert
Published April 17, 2024
The annual fashion showcase runs from May 3 to May 11.
The MSP International Film Festival at The Main Cinema on Monday. The MSPIFF features over 200 films until April 25.
Twin Cities Film Festival showcases movies from around the world
by Max Mueller
Published April 17, 2024
Films from a variety of foreign countries create a collection of diverse cultures right here in the Twin Cities.
Vial (K.T. Branscom, Katie Fischer and Taylor Kraemer) have been writing and performing music together since 2019.
Vial launches North American tour in support of new album ‘burnout’
by Ethan Lambert
Published April 14, 2024
The Minneapolis indie-punk trio talk about their sophomore album “burnout” and their ongoing tour.
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Isabella McCauley started Sunday in 18th place and shot a 64 (-8) to win the tournament.
Isabella McCauley wins Big Ten tournament on final day
by Andrew Cornelius
Published April 23, 2024
The Gophers women’s golf team finished ninth overall, shooting 884 (+20) over the weekend.

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