A package of a red jelly-like substance, resembling something like the inside of a Fig Newton lied on a desk next to Gophers gymnast Judith Cavazos. It's called Tamarindo and though it sounds like a strange...

"Take your time, and answer the question," the quiz-master said in his plastic voice. A TV camera zoomed tightly on Elmo's face. The popular theme music started playing. Elmo could feel sweat on his cheek,...

College of Liberal Arts sophomore Nikki Hinke feels fortunate that her credit card debts have not led to other problems in her life. "It (a credit card) was so easy to use," Hinke said. "It's not like...

One look at Gophers wrestler Tim Hartung and you'll see he has the physical appearance of a natural athlete. He has the poise of a pitcher, the composure of a quarterback and the confidence of a state...

Some of the greatest names in Gophers men's gymnastics history will perform on center stage Saturday at the Sports Pavilion at the annual Alumni Meet. While the alumni get a chance to re-live their glory...

Starting this summer, all University departments will see a change in the way they pay their research and teaching assistants' tuition benefits. Persistent deficit in the graduate tuition benefits pool...

The governor took the first step in the state's welfare reform process Thursday. Gov. Carlson's office released its plans for welfare reform in Minnesota to the public during a press conference at the...

The No. 9 Gophers men's swimming and diving squad hopes to turn back the clock this weekend. A year ago, Minnesota defeated Kansas 139-104 on the road for its sixth dual meet victory of the season. That...

In recent years, it has become popular political sport to bash television and the media for exposing children to sex, violence and profanity. During last year's presidential campaign, both President Bill...

Minnesota's women's swimming program is no stranger to success. The Gophers have posted winning records in dual meets every season for the past 15 years. During that same span the team has finished lower...