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James Farnsworth, communications director for the Minnesota Student Association, poses for a portrait on Tuesday, Sept 24.

Students raise concerns about lack of consultation, search committee in Senior Vice President of Finance and Operations hire

by Ava Thompson, Campus Activities Reporter
Published October 17, 2020
In a letter to President Joan Gabel, student government leaders criticized the University’s lack of process, transparency and consultation.
Sasha Cassadine, a drag queen based in Minneapolis, poses for a portrait. Cassadine is faced with a drag scene challenged by the decrease in social gatherings due to regulations intended to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Quarantine Queens: Local drag queens persevere amid a trying year

by Emalyn Muzzy, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published October 17, 2020
The drag scene changed a lot over the past six months, from a pandemic to a civil rights movement, nothing seems the same. But change isn’t always a bad thing.
A sign announces a ballot drop-off location in the parking lot of Bossen Field Park, in South Minneapolis, on Saturday, Oct. 10.  On the ballot, alongside a number of national, state, and local elections, are two important questions regarding the city of Minneapolis.

There are two questions on the Minneapolis ballot. Here’s what you need to know about them

by Samantha Woodward, City Reporter
Published October 17, 2020
The Minneapolis ballot will feature two questions related to the city’s charter. Police reform will not be on the ballot.
Musical Artist NUR-D performs as part of MCN6’s “Bands on Vans” series at Grumpy’s Bar on Saturday, Oct. 10. The series features local artists while driving from Grumpy’s Bar to the 331 Club.

MCN6 steers the stage in a new direction with “Bands on Vans” concert series

by Frankie Carlson, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published October 16, 2020
A local television station hosts weekly outdoor concert series set atop a one of a kind van, cruising around Northeast Minneapolis.
University launches new equity training amid ongoing racial justice calls

University launches new equity training amid ongoing racial justice calls

by Abbey Machtig, Campus Administration Reporter
Published October 16, 2020
The Gopher Equity Project, launched in September, includes online training modules focused on improving campus climate.
What songs topped the charts during election years

What songs topped the charts during election years

by Nina Raemont, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published October 16, 2020
A throwback to the nation's biggest hits from past presidential election years.
Sophomore Same Ahmed poses for a portrait on Sunday, Oct. 11 in front of Northrop Auditorium.

Students passionate about interests, underwhelmed by candidates

by Jasmine Snow and Lydia Morrell
Published October 16, 2020
Students talked with the Daily about issues that are inspiring them to cast a ballot.
MSA survey: Most students prefer going all-online for fall classes

MSA survey: Most students prefer going all-online for fall classes

by Ava Thompson
Published October 16, 2020
The MSA released a survey asking students to share their opinion on reopening campus shortly after the Board of Regents decided to move all classes online for up to two weeks.
Courtesy of Twin Cities Zine Fest

Twin Cities zinesters virtually unite for local zine fest

by Meg Bishop, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published October 16, 2020
The festival pushes for its sixteenth year to be virtually accessible and inclusive.
The Minnesota State Capitol on Nov. 18, 2018.

Lawmakers pass long-awaited bonding bill, send more than $75 million to UMN

by Samantha Hendrickson
Published October 15, 2020
After five special sessions, the Minnesota Legislature passed a $1.87 billion bonding bill.

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