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Post-spring break slump catches seniors

Post-spring break slump catches seniors

by Amelia Cleary
Published April 13, 2023
The seven weeks between the end of spring break and finals week do not include any days off, which proves to be a challenge for some students in their final semester of college.
Reduced demand for services in the summer impacts how many employees are offered summer work opportunities. Photo courtesy of Jackson Kerr.

Dining employees claim UMN offering less summer work than promised

by Gillian Haveman
Published April 11, 2023
In October, Teamster Local 320 negotiated a contract with the University of Minnesota that promised summer work for most dining employees.
Shashank Murali and Sara Davis were announced next year's USG president and vice president on March 27.

Q&A with 2023-24 USG president, vice president

by Henry Hagen
Published April 11, 2023
University of Minnesota students elected Shashank Murali and Sara Davis as the new president and vice president of the Undergraduate Student Government.
Nura Agami prepares to hand out food to students breaking their fast at Coffman Memorial Union.

UMN students reflect on observing Ramadan while attending classes

by Amirah Razman
Published April 10, 2023
Muslim students at the University of Minnesota talk about balancing classes and religious obligations during Ramadan and the importance of being surrounded by community.
The Co-op's leadership said they have been repairing the property since February and still plan to re-open in the fall.

Student Co-op 2023 reopening, Met Council installs flammable substance meters

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 10, 2023
Since summer 2022, the University of Minnesota has taken steps to address community safety concerns, including increasing campus lighting, security locks and University of Minnesota Police Department staff.
The chips being researched are found in electronic devices, including smartphones, computers and medical equipment. Photo courtesy of the University of Minnesota.

UMN research makes way for future of semiconductors

by Maya Marchel Hoff
Published April 10, 2023
After more than a decade of work, University of Minnesota researchers released a study utilizing spintronic devices to make semiconductor chips more efficient.
The museum celebrated its 150-year anniversary in fall 2022 with a new exhibit called "Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend."

Bell Museum changes leadership

by Emma Walytka
Published April 7, 2023
After about six years serving as the executive director, Denise Young plans to leave the Bell Museum, with Holly Menninger stepping in as interim director.
New USG subcommittee to improve mental health services for diverse students

New USG subcommittee to improve mental health services for diverse students

by Henry Hagen
Published April 5, 2023
“Mental Matters” is hoping to bring more representation and accessibility to the University of Minnesota’s mental health resources for students of color and LGBTQ+ students.
Students learned about how health issues, such as poverty and clinical health care, affect different cultures. Photo courtesy of Rahma Ali.

Embedded study abroad courses provide flexibility

by Amirah Razman
Published April 5, 2023
The “AHS 3004: Health in the Andes” course was taught on-campus and then went on a week-long trip to Ecuador to apply their knowledge and learn about other cultures.
Fraser provides specialty health care and mental health services for individuals with disabilities. Photo taken by Char Myers.

CLA’s Get Ready program puts UMN students to work

by Amirah Razman
Published April 5, 2023
Over spring break, several students practiced Gen Z marketing strategies with a Minnesota nonprofit.

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