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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 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.
Ferguson Hall on West Bank, June 15, 2023.

UMN School of Music looks to expand diversity in curriculum

by Ainsley Brown
Published August 29, 2023
While some opportunities exist for students to learn about music beyond traditional Western classical music, faculty look to broaden these choices.
Jamie Prenkert, the new Dean of Carlson School of Management, on June 12, 2023. Prenkert officially took over the role on July 3.

Q&A with new dean of Carlson School of Management

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 18, 2023
Dean Jamie Prenkert talked about the importance of connecting with the community, students, faculty and staff at the University.
Ann Waltner officially took over as interim dean on July 3, 2023.

Q&A with new College of Liberal Arts dean

by Alexis Letang
Published July 10, 2023
Ann Waltner talked about her inspiration behind applying for the position and her future goals.
The exterior of the U.S. Supreme Court building on Oct. 29, 2022.

UMN students, faculty reflect on affirmative action ruling

by Alex Lassiter
Published July 9, 2023
The ruling reached by the Supreme Court on using race as a factor in college admissions processes will affect UMN community going forward.
A Hennepin County judge ruled on the case in May.

Judges rules for UMN; finds “troubled track record” on gender discrimination in SoM

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 18, 2023
In a recent lawsuit, the judge ruled in favor of UMN but found evidence of gender discrimination in the School of Music.
Ann Waltner officially took over as interim dean on July 3, 2023.

Ann Waltner named interim dean for CLA

by Madison Roth
Published May 30, 2023
Waltner is a professor in the history department and will take over as dean for the College of Liberal Arts on July 3.
Experts recommend UMN sunset COVID-19 vaccine mandate

Experts recommend UMN sunset COVID-19 vaccine mandate

by Olivia Hines
Published May 1, 2023
The Faculty Consultative Committee heard a proposal to end the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, which public health experts say is an outdated policy.

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