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95% of the University Senate voted in favor of the coalition.
UMN Senate joins Big 10 Coalition supporting academic freedom, institutional integrity, research enterprise
The mutual defense compact protects universities through funding.
by Mady Leick
Published April 27, 2025
City
Very few venues in Minneapolis and St. Paul allow water to be brought in.
New bill would require concerts, stadiums to provide water
by Katrina Bailey
Published April 25, 2025
We used to be a proper country, the Queen of Coachella has abdicated the throne.
Minneapolis residents weigh in on new ordinance increasing civil rights
by Maya Bell
Published April 24, 2025
Sen. Champion has since temporarily stepped down as the chair of the Subcommittee on Ethical Conduct.
State Legislature grapples with ethical concerns
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 24, 2025
Xcel Energy Center has been the sole name for the arena since it opened in 2000.
New naming of Xcel Energy Center gets mixed reactions from students
by Katrina Bailey and Regan Guirguis
Published April 24, 2025
Administration
95% of the University Senate voted in favor of the coalition.
UMN Senate joins Big 10 Coalition supporting academic freedom, institutional integrity, research enterprise
by Mady Leick
Published April 27, 2025
Louthan was informed by CLA Dean GerShun Avilez that the center’s statements would be taken down April 1. Courtesy of Dahli Durley Photography
UMN Center for Austrian Studies director resigns in protest after institutional statement removals
by Anshu Patel
Published April 27, 2025
AFSCME negotiations began discussions with University administrators Friday morning.
AFSCME begins bargaining with Friday morning rally
by Tyler Church and Colleen McGowan
Published April 27, 2025
WE Disrupt, an event hosted by the Holmes Center, is centered around the unique experience of female founders. Courtesy of The Holmes Center
UMN Venture, Holmes centers support startups across campus
by Mady Leick
Published April 27, 2025
Activities
Burnout is a systemic issue, not an individual issue, according to Dr. Andrew Slattengren.
UMN medical experts warn about the effects of burnout
by Ahmed Hassan
Published April 25, 2025
Rebecca Cunningham said the University remains committed to DEI amid ongoing political discourse during President Donald Trump’s administration. Courtesy of Aaron Salunke.
UMN President talks about DEI, International issues at USG Forum
by Ahmed Hassan
Published April 24, 2025
Students pose for a selfie with entertainers on stilts at the Spring Jam Festival on April 30, 2022.
Spring Jam student planners share goals for upcoming festival
by Avery Vrieze
Published April 24, 2025
The lab is open weekdays with limited weekend hours.
UMN fabrication labs support student creativity
by Hannah Reynolds
Published April 22, 2025
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Opinion
American symbolism no longer represents the unity of America.
Opinion: The new Americana
Is MAGA fashion the new symbol of America?
by Izzy Curry
Published April 27, 2025
We used to be a proper country, the Queen of Coachella has abdicated the throne.
Satire: The weekend the music died
by Vivian Wilson
Published April 24, 2025
Voting should not be this difficult.
Opinion: Stop the SAVE Act, save democracy
by Amelia Watters
Published April 24, 2025
Penguins’ economy and global growth are under significant pressure.
Satire: The penguins strongly object to Trump’s trade war
by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published April 23, 2025
A party’s name is only as scary as we make it.
Opinion: Don’t be afraid of partisan labels
by Matthew Jegers
Published April 21, 2025
Arts & Entertainment
Has it really gotten to the point where anybody can make a viral song and suddenly a world tour is in order?
Djo at Palace Theatre is all hype, no bite
Actor-turned-musician Joe Keery failed to translate the exciting experimentation of his music to the stage, proving that what’s good on TikTok isn’t always good on tour.
by Sommer Wagen
Published April 27, 2025
Clean Plate Club and Goldy Gopher at Spring Jam 2025.
One day, one stage, eight bands — Spring Jam 2025
by Gabriel Brito
Published April 27, 2025
Flower artist, Sally Johnson, explains her floral bouquet to museum guests on opening day of the exhibition.
Art in Bloom celebrates spring at the Mia
by Sophia Arndt
Published April 25, 2025
The streamers, which first went up on Feb. 28, serve as bird strike mitigators by creating a space birds can perceive and won’t fly into.
Regis Center skyway streamers serve to mitigate bird strikes, promote sustainability
by Sommer Wagen
Published April 24, 2025
The Armpit will be open to the public on weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting May 16. Courtesy of Jackie Fay.
New gallery The Armpit to be newest iteration of Como’s DIY spirit
by Sommer Wagen
Published April 22, 2025


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Sports
Justin Walley is the 11th Minnesota defensive back to be drafted since 2014. Courtesy of Kelly Lynn.
Three Gophers hear name called at 2025 NFL Draft
Minnesota football secures largest draft since 2022.
by Matthew Zeichert
Published April 27, 2025
Overall, the Gophers have won 23 national championships which has been the most in the nation since 2003. Courtesy of University of Minnesota Athletics
Gophers dance team brings home their fourth gold medal
by Regan Guirguis
Published April 27, 2025
Berkland has 45 hits, 44 RBI and 11 home runs on the season.
The road to the pros through summer league
by Sophia Bablitch
Published April 25, 2025
Thrower Kostas Zaltos is one of 22 athletes on the Bowerman mid-season watchlist. Photo by Christopher Mitchell.
Top five start for Minnesota men’s track and field
by Matthew Zeichert
Published April 25, 2025
Caption: Isabella McCauley played in the Augusta National Women’s Amateur in early April. Courtesy of Kelly Hagenson
The pathway from collegiate to professional golf
by Sophia Bablitch
Published April 24, 2025
From The Associated Press Wire
President Donald Trump addresses the crowd at a rally held in the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019.
Why AP called Wisconsin and the White House for Donald Trump
Published November 6, 2024
President Donald Trump addresses the crowd at a rally held in the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019.
Key moments from landmark Supreme Court arguments on Trump’s immunity claims
Published April 25, 2024
The Heisman award sits on display in Gibson/Nagurski Football Practice Facility on July 26, 2017. Halfback Bruce Smith won the award in 1941.
Reggie Bush is reinstated as 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, with organizers citing NIL rule changes
Published April 24, 2024
Under the legislation, ByteDance has nine months to sell TikTok.
Senate passes bill forcing TikTok’s parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature
Published April 23, 2024
The film comes out Friday.
Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist on the steamy love triangle of ‘Challengers’
Published April 23, 2024

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