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The bronze bull sculptures, designed by artist Peter Woytuk, outside of Haecker Hall on the St. Paul Campus on Monday, Dec. 6.

Campus Contrived: The kid proof-ication of the St. Paul bulls

by James Schaak
Published December 7, 2021
In Campus Contrived, the Minnesota Daily’s newest series, writers uncover the stories behind underappreciated works of art and architecture on the Twin Cities campus.
Guard Sara Scalia drives towards the hoop at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020.

Gophers lose 67-70 to Nebraska in Big Ten opener

by Tony Liebert, Sports Reporter
Published December 6, 2021
Minnesota wasn’t able to overcome the loss of Jasmine Powell, in its first Big Ten game of the season against the Cornhuskers.
Faculty and administrators navigate changing COVID-19 safety policies amid statewide spike in transmission

Faculty and administrators navigate changing COVID-19 safety policies amid statewide spike in transmission

by Bella Carpentier
Published December 6, 2021
Currently, Minnesota has one of the highest COVID-19 rates in the nation, with a high chance for more cases on campus after students traveling back from Thanksgiving break, however, many professors said the University has done well so far to prevent spread on campus.
New vaccine mandate confirmed for UMN employees following executive order and faculty resolution

New vaccine mandate confirmed for UMN employees following executive order and faculty resolution

by Maia Irvin
Published December 6, 2021
Failure to comply with the new mandate could result in unpaid suspension for faculty during the spring semester.
University Water Council promotes coordination of water resources and collaboration through virtual network

University Water Council promotes coordination of water resources and collaboration through virtual network

by Tess Fitzhenry
Published December 6, 2021
Experts collaborate across Minnesota to combine water research.
Adwan: The pandemic has shifted our perception of the common cold

Adwan: The pandemic has shifted our perception of the common cold

by Noor Adwan
Published December 6, 2021
There is no virtue in making yourself miserable. Take care of yourself and your body; your to-do list can wait until tomorrow.
The Hennepin County Government Center, on Sunday, Feb. 28 during the trial of Derek Chauvin, the police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd.

Former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter manslaughter trial explained

by Hanna Van Den Einde
Published December 6, 2021
Potter is charged with first- and second-degree manslaughter for shooting and killing 20-year-old Black man, Daunte Wright.
Five things our A&E writers are loving this week

Five things our A&E writers are loving this week

by A&E Staff
Published December 6, 2021
Push through the last bit of the semester with some new Phoebe, a coffee run in Uptown, a new HBO series and more.
The Aces perform in the band’s show at Fine Line on Tuesday, Nov. 30. Minneapolis is one stop on their tour for their album, Under My Influence, released in 2020.

The Aces bring queer indie-pop to Minneapolis, but opening act The Beaches ultimately upstage

by Macy Harder
Published December 6, 2021
Although the headlining band’s performance showcased each member’s musical talent, their energy and stage presence seemed to be a step down from the show’s opener.
McNamara Alumni Center captured on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021.

As spring classes approach, UMN Disability Resource Center informs students on available resources

by Gabrielle Lombard
Published December 5, 2021
The University’s DRC works to inform students with disabilities on possible accommodations in the classroom that may be beneficial in their coursework.

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