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The University of Minnesota’s Disability Resource Center office in the McNamara Alumni Center on Jan. 20, 2022. Accommodations remain a politically charged and important process.
How to get University disability accommodations
by Sam Hill
Published March 18, 2024
The University of Minnesota is continuing to expand academic accessibility and address student mental health through accommodations.
Nicholson Hall is named after Edward E. Nicholson, who served as the dean of students from 1917 to 1941 and oversaw an extensive secret surveillance network and repressed open debate on campus.
UMN considers renaming Nicholson Hall
by Logan Anderson
Published March 17, 2024
The opportunity for the public to submit comments on the matter closes Monday. A decision is expected later this year.
A UMPD police officer on Northrop Mall on Feb. 1, 2024. Though UMPD would like to do more, Clark said its staff is already “stretched pretty thin.”
Department of Public Safety gives spring campus safety update
by Georgia Jensen
Published March 10, 2024
At the Board of Regents meeting, UMPD Chief Matt Clark spoke on 2023 crime statistics, on- and off-campus safety and 2024 initiatives.
Dr. Rebecca Cunningham at a press conference following a Board of Regents meeting announcing her selection. The regents discussed Friday climate action during the Meeting on March 7 and heard from a student group that requested to speak.
Regents review Cunningham’s contract, provide update on campus safety
by Alex Lassiter
Published March 10, 2024
During their March meeting, the regents also heard from their student representatives about on-campus student issues.
Crookston, Morris and Duluth provide criminal justice programs that offer a more traditional route into law enforcement.
UMN criminal justice programs vary by campus
by Logan Anderson and Sam Siedow
Published March 9, 2024
The UMN Sociology of Law, Criminology and Justice Department teaches crime and justice with a sociological approach, while other campuses offer more traditional courses.
Deaths attributed to “natural causes” found to be COVID-19 related.
UMN researchers uncover undercounted COVID-19 deaths
by Emma Walytka and Ava Lawson
Published February 28, 2024
Some of the causes for the undercounted COVID-19 deaths are linked to misreporting and regional differences.
Despite no plans to eliminate anyone’s job, PEAK’s ambiguous plan has caused concern among employees.
PEAK Initiative raises concerns among UMN staff
by Logan Anderson
Published February 26, 2024
PEAK aims to reorganize and change positions in offices within the UMN system, leading some staff to wonder if their job is at risk.
Students voice their thoughts on voting for Biden or ‘uncommitted’
by Amirah Razman
Published March 18, 2024
Following Super Tuesday, some students are not committing to a Democratic candidate while others continue to show support for Joe Biden.
Behind the wheel: A Gopher Chauffeur driver’s experience
by Sophie Eydis
Published March 17, 2024
Drivers share their passion for their job which ensures student safety on campus.
How UMN students are tackling their finances
by Amirah Razman and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published March 15, 2024
Many students have different financial situations that lead them to succeed well in one area of finance but struggle in another.
The relatively talentless to perform (Moot) Cars musical Friday and Saturday
by Amelia Roessler
Published March 15, 2024
University of Minnesota law students in Theater of the Relatively Talentless (TORT) are set to put on their annual musical this weekend.
Solar Vehicle Project drives toward the future
by Avery Vrieze
Published March 13, 2024
With success in the last few years, UMN’s Solar Vehicle project strives for excellence in its next race.
University mock trial team beats previous record despite losing a chance at nationals
by Amelia Roessler
Published March 12, 2024
Out of the three teams, the University’s bottom two teams made it to the championship series, where they fell short of moving on to nationals.
Internships abroad enrich student experience
by Avery Vrieze
Published March 11, 2024
At a university where studying abroad is common, an internship adds a unique angle to the experience.
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The Climate Legacy Initiative is the city’s latest effort to make the city more environmentally friendly and ultimately carbon neutral.
Climate Legacy Initiative to fund city’s transition to carbon neutrality
by Katrina Bailey
Published March 18, 2024
People voting at Machine Shop on St. Anthony Main on Nov. 7, 2023. The ballot initiative was pushed back as council members wished to spend more time talking with constituents.
Initiative letting residents vote directly for city policies withdrawn
by Maya Bell
Published March 17, 2024
Sen. Kari Dziedzic (left) and Sen. Erin Murphy (right). Murphy served on the Minnesota Senate for four years before majority leadership.
Erin Murphy takes over as Senate majority leader
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published March 13, 2024
Minneapolis is the second U.S. city to receive the designation, joining Houston, which earned the first designation in Aug. 2023.
Minneapolis declared Child Friendly City, solidifies future of centering youth
by Grace Aigner
Published March 12, 2024
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Campus mental health services aren’t fulfilling student needs.
Opinion: Campus mental health services still have work to do
by Abiha Kashif
Published March 18, 2024
Mental health help isn’t as accessible as it should be.
Towards a zero waste future: The need for a comprehensive campus zero waste plan
Towards a zero waste future: The need for a comprehensive campus zero waste plan
by Gracelyn McClure, Max Pritchard, and Maia Bowman
Published March 16, 2024
The University of Minnesota student group draws attention to the zero waste plan.
Editorial Cartoon: Misogynys latest victim
Editorial Cartoon: Misogyny's latest victim
by Sam Fleming
Published March 16, 2024
Republican voters' reaction to Nikki Haley's withdrawal from the presidential race was blatantly sexist.
Pork industry leaders tone deaf on animal welfare
Pork industry leaders tone deaf on animal welfare
by Wayne Pacelle
Published March 15, 2024
U.S. heading toward cage-free future despite blocking maneuvers by Big Pork.
Decisions about reproductive health should be in the hands of the people, not the government.
Opinion: Are we defending or denying the sanctity of life?
by Claudia Garcia
Published March 15, 2024
The hypocrisy of the Alabama Supreme Court ruling and its afterthought of legislation.
Students dance to Sean Paul at the Whole Music Club in Coffman Union.
An abridged history of the Whole Music Club
by Ethan Lambert
Published March 18, 2024
The long-standing campus venue has hosted famous artists ranging from Tom Waits to Green Day over its existence.
Among the awardees, “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Things” were the biggest heavy-hitters, with seven and four wins, respectively.
After the Oscars, UMN students share their thoughts
by Maddie Robinson
Published March 17, 2024
The prestigious award ceremony awarding the best in film took place March 10 in Los Angeles.
The biggest takeaway: “Be gay, do crime.”
Review: 'Love Lies Bleeding'
by Sommer Wagen
Published March 17, 2024
Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian command the screen in Rose Glass’s second feature film.
“eternal sunshine” is Grande’s first album since 2020’s “Positions”.
Review: 'eternal sunshine' by Ariana Grande
by Ethan Lambert
Published March 15, 2024
The iconic pop star’s confessional seventh studio album sheds light on her personal life in grandiose fashion.
The indie-pop group is made up of Colin Bracewell, Joseph Sicora, Cole Grundhoefer and Nathan Loesch. The performance starts at 8 p.m. with opening sets from Creeping Charlie, Chutes and Pit Stop.
Colin Bracewell to headline EP release show at Fine Line
by Maddie Robinson
Published March 12, 2024
The show, the band’s biggest yet, will feature the four new songs off Bracewell’s upcoming EP, “Cozy.”
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Abbey Murphy led the team in scoring with 33 goals and 62 points.
Abbey Murphy proved her dominance in personal-best season
by Eitan Schoenberg
Published March 18, 2024
At the end of the season, Murphy led Gophers women’s hockey in points and contributed a quarter of her team’s goals alone.

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