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Woodward: Dating during quarantine

Woodward: Dating during quarantine

by Samantha Woodward
Published May 7, 2020
As if finding and staying with someone wasn’t hard enough
Illustration by Jane Borstad

Faculty Senate discusses potential temporary salary reductions

by Niamh Coomey
Published May 6, 2020
The Faculty Consultative Committee issued a statement encouraging the Senate to consider reductions as the University anticipates financial loss during COVID-19.
Jeff Kern, the large format manager at Bolger, assembles acrylic face shields at Bolger’s facility in St. Paul on Friday, May 1.

Local manufacturers see opportunities, reduced demand during COVID-19 crisis

by Caitlin Anderson
Published May 6, 2020
Bolger, located in Southeast Como, started creating face shields for healthcare workers in order to use supply despite less demand.
Illustration by Hailee Schievelbein

Minneapolis provides $3 million in housing funds for renters

by Caitlin Anderson
Published May 6, 2020
The gap funds are meant to provide assistance where state or federal aid might keep certain renters ineligible.
A selection of herbs at Gertens greenhouse and nursery in Inver Grove Heights on Sunday, May 1. Herbs are a forgiving option for first time gardeners.

Easy-to-grow plants for the student gardener

by Norah Kleven
Published May 6, 2020
A University of Minnesota master gardener shares tips for growing herbs, vegetables and flowers.
Sullivan Moran (4) rides his scooter uphill at Powderhorn park in Minneapolis on Tuesday, March 31.

Twin Cities parks: no amenities, no problem

by Alex Strangman
Published May 6, 2020
There are still lots of ways to make use of local green spaces safely.
Eva Berezovsky

This Marcy-Holmes apartment is home to over 60 plant species — and some are for sale

by Ksenia Gorinshteyn
Published May 5, 2020
Isabella Pizaño and David Enrrigue's Instagram page, @apt_jungle, has affordable houseplants that anyone can care for.
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

Student requests climb for COVID-19 emergency fund

by Farrah Mina
Published May 5, 2020
Since the fund was established in mid-March, a total of $380,000 has been awarded to students.
Skoog: Does anyone know my landlord?

Skoog: Does anyone know my landlord?

by Caroline Skoog
Published May 5, 2020
At a time when 31% of tenants are unable to make rent, it may be time for organizing.
Haille Schievelbein

Some students plan time off if U announces online instruction for fall semester

by Jiang Li
Published May 5, 2020
The University has not said if it will continue online instruction into the fall semester.

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