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A custodian waxes a hallway beneath the Mayo Building.

UMN custodians update their program

by Amelia Roessler
Published October 19, 2023
The behind-the-scenes workers explain what they do day to day.
Dean Prasad Boradkar has been on the job for a month.

New Dean of College of Design discusses academic journey

by Caleb Fravel and Emma Walytka
Published October 15, 2023
Prasad Boradkar discusses his time at Google, his first month at the University of Minnesota and his plans as the new dean of the College of Design.
The class usually draws a large student following, especially students who are not biology majors.

The phenomenon and impact of BIOL 1003 at UMN

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 10, 2023
BIOL 1003, the Evolution and Biology of Sex course at UMN, consistently draws a large student following, captivating students with its unconventional content and delivering on its promise to engage and cultivate curiosity.
Northrop Mall at the University of Minnesota on July 23, 2023, in Minneapolis, Minn.

UMN Landcare Services combats recent drought

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 9, 2023
The prolonged drought affecting the Twin Cities has created challenges for the UMN Landcare team, prompting a need to reprioritize lawn-care efforts.
Conflicting parking availability signs at the Oak Street Parking Ramp caused confusion and congestion on the afternoon of October 3rd. Availability and parking issues at the Oak Street Ramp in particular have been a major concern for students who signed parking contracts with the University this fall.

University of Minnesota deals with ongoing parking issues

by Amirah Razman
Published October 8, 2023

The University of Minnesota’s Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) provides semester-long parking contracts for students and staff to purchase online. Students are able to purchase parking contracts...

Vaccine availability at clinics will be announced soon.

It’s vaccination season: How important is getting both the updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines this season?

by Amirah Razman
Published October 8, 2023
After the CDC announced the rollout of a new COVID-19 vaccine targeting the latest variant, health experts say COVID-19 vaccines are being treated similar to the flu vaccine.
A birds-eye view of many buildings on campus that have benefitted from HEAPR funding.

What “U” need to know about HEAPR repairs on campus

by Alex Lassiter
Published October 8, 2023
Here’s what you need to know about current repairs on-campus ahead of the Board of Regents’ $500 million request for state funding for building repairs.
Carba's reactor turns biomass into a stable, charcoal-like material to prevent carbon dioxide from returning to the atmosphere.

UMN alumni win state’s largest innovation competition

by Caleb Fravel
Published October 2, 2023
The alumni won $86,000 in the MN Cup for fighting climate change with their startup company, Carba.
Interim President Jeff Ettinger kicks off the construction of Fraser Hall with the help of UMN Chemistry students on Tuesday, Sept. 26.

UMN kicks off Fraser Hall renovations

by Alex Lassiter and Caleb Fravel
Published October 1, 2023
Construction is expected to finish summer 2025 with classes from Smith and Kolthoff halls moving into the new building.
There are plenty of resources on-campus, both online and in-person.

Let’s talk about it: therapy, resources, research and dialogue surrounding mental health

by Emma Walytka
Published September 21, 2023
Student Counseling Services, Boynton Health Therapy and collaborative research with creative, impactful approaches.

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