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Board of Regents

The budget request would be discussed in the spring legislative session.

UMN requests an additional $45 million from legislature

by Olivia Hines
Published November 15, 2023
The University of Minnesota is seeking the extra money from the state to help fund its foundational services.
Senior Vice President Myron Frans presenting during the University of Minnesota Board of Regents special meeting on Monday June 26, 2023.

Regents approve Presidential Position Profile, review CentraCare financial plan

by Alex Lassiter
Published November 6, 2023
Approval for the profile was granted unanimously, but the financial plan will not be voted on until the December meeting.
The Presidential Search Advisory Committee (PSAC) holds its first listening session at Northrop on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Chair Mary Davenport and Vice Chair Chris Uggen are joined by members of WittKieffer, the search firm assisting the University.

UMN students and faculty share thoughts on next University president

by Alex Lassiter
Published October 29, 2023
The Presidential Search Advisory Committee held seven listening sessions systemwide over the past two weeks and is now beginning the process of narrowing down candidates.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents held a special meeting on Monday June 26, 2023, in Minneapolis, MN.

Regents approve CentraCare partnership, HEAPR funding request

by Alex Lassiter
Published October 16, 2023
As part of their October meeting, the regents also voted on the appointment of the presidential search committee and held a non-public session to discuss ongoing lawsuits against the University.
Gov. Tim Walzs task force on academic health at UMN convenes at the Minnesota Dept. of Revenue Building for their second meeting.

UMN academic health task force discusses current state of Minnesota health care systems

by Alex Lassiter
Published October 12, 2023
The Wednesday meeting reviewed UMN’s five-point plan and the current state of health care systems at the University and in rural areas of the state.
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.
Interim President Jeff Ettinger outside Morrill Hall on Sept. 20, 2023.

Student governance groups hope for greater inclusion in presidential search

by Georgia Jensen
Published September 29, 2023
Registered Student Governance Associations express concern about how student voices will be included in the process to select a new University president.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents held a special meeting on Monday June 26, 2023, in Minneapolis, MN.

UMN Board of Regents moves forward with search for 18th president

by Alex Lassiter
Published September 10, 2023
During their September meeting, the regents also discussed their relationship with Fairview Health and public safety on campus.
Senior Vice President Myron Frans presenting during the University of Minnesota Board of Regents special meeting on Monday June 26, 2023.

New Regents reflect on first summer

by Henry Hagen
Published August 1, 2023
Regents Robyn Gulley, Penny Wheeler and Mary Turner talk about their first summer experience on the Board and their future goals.
Fairview Riverside Medical Center on February 16, 2023.

UMN and Fairview running out of time to solve partnership conflict

by Henry Hagen
Published July 16, 2023
As the Fairview-Sanford merger remains delayed, the next month could be critical for the University to determine its healthcare partnership.

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