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Laura Molgaard, DVM, poses for a portrait with her dog Lucy on the University of Minnesota’s St. Paul campus on Friday, Nov. 13. Dr. Molgaard has been the Interim Dean at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine since August of 2019.

Interim deans weigh in on the challenges of being in temporary leadership roles during pandemic

by Abbey Machtig
Published November 18, 2020
Interim deans serve as the temporary leaders of individual colleges around the University, but some say they do not intend to act as “seat warmers” until a permanent replacement is found.
A Meals on Wheels volunteer appreciation event.

Local Meals on Wheels sees nearly 45% increase in need

by Lydia Morrell, City Reporter
Published November 18, 2020
Thanks to the CARES Act funding, the organization has been able to keep up. But that cash will run out at the end of the year.
Gophers linebacker Mariano Sori-Marin follows the ball at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24. Minnesota fell to Michigan 49-24 in their first showing of the season.

Gophers’ defensive issues troubling midway through season

by Brendan O'Brien, Sports Reporter
Published November 18, 2020
With young, inexperienced players and difficulties against the run, Minnesota might not see significant improvement until 2021.
Kueppers: Shut up and shut down once again

Kueppers: Shut up and shut down once again

by Henry Kueppers
Published November 17, 2020
If a second nationwide shutdown occurs, will it be the same as the first?
Gophers Guard Marcus Carr prepares to inbound the ball at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 15.  Minnesota defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions 75-69

Gophers men’s basketball names 2020-21 captains

by AJ Condon, Sports Reporter
Published November 16, 2020
There are two new faces in leadership roles for the Gophers as Kalscheur and Curry join Carr and try to lead their team to a NCAA tournament berth.
Players on the Gophers bench observe those on the court at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 15.  Minnesota defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions 75-69

NCAA announces March Madness will be played at one site

by AJ Condon, Sports Reporter
Published November 16, 2020
NCAA is taking another step toward creating a safe environment for the men’s 2020-21 season with a bubble idea for March Madness.
Photo Courtesy of Gopher Athletics

A new face in the net for Gophers’ women’s hockey

by Matthew Kennedy, Sports Reporter
Published November 16, 2020
After the departure of 2019-20 WCHA Goaltender of the Year Sydney Scobee, the Gophers brought in senior transfer Lauren Bench, who’s ready to fill her predecessor’s shoes.
A mural adorns the Community University Health Care Center on Friday, Nov. 13. The workers at the center provide the community with health care assistance during the pandemic.

Community-University Health Care Center adapts to changing needs during COVID-19

by Katelyn Vue, Campus Activities Reporter
Published November 16, 2020
CUHCC, located in the Phillips neighborhood, has had a long history of changing to meet the needs of the area's immigrant residents and residents of color.
College Democrats President Claire Anderson poses for a portrait outside the Coffman Student Union on Sunday, Nov. 15.  Anderson, who studies political science and French, has served as president of the group since May.

Political groups celebrate election results

by Jasmine Snow
Published November 16, 2020
Republican groups are happy with the gains the GOP has made, while Democrat groups are excited about Biden’s win.
Chef Yia Vang

Chef Yia Vang cultivates community through food

by Nina Raemont
Published November 16, 2020
From a residency that began in late October at Republic, to a new brick-and-mortar shop opening in 2021, chef Yia Vang seeks to build community through his food.

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