The Minnesota Daily

UMN researcher collaborates with American Indian tribes working toward smoking cessation

by Izzy Teitelbaum
Published February 25, 2021

Dr. Dana Carroll and American Indian tribes collaborate to create a five-week, culturally tailored smoking cessation program.

University research could be key to addressing sickle cell patients’ pain without opioids

by Becca Most
Published February 25, 2021

Sickle cell disease remains understudied and predominantly impacts Black people and other people of color.

State higher education committees recommend eight candidates for regent elections

by Izzy Teitelbaum, Campus Administration Reporter
Published February 25, 2021

Four of the 12 Board of Regents seats at the University of Minnesota are up for election this year.

Regents change how they handle president’s requests for urgent action

by Abbey Machtig, Campus Administration Reporter
Published February 25, 2021

The urgent approval authority policy dictates the president's ability to make financial and public safety decisions for the University without the full Board of Regents’ approval.

Como Cares could be Southeast Como’s police alternative

by Jasmine Snow, City Reporter
Published February 24, 2021

From yard care to crisis intervention, Como Cares hopes to change the narrative of what it means to be there for your neighbor.

UMN research links early iron deficiency with long-term mental health impacts

by Izzy Teitelbaum
Published February 23, 2021

Researcher Dr. Michael Georgieff received the Agnes Higgins Award for his discovery.

Carlson School no longer requires students to study abroad — for now

by Kathryn Sundquist
Published February 23, 2021

Approved classes through the University are allowing students to complete graduation requirements without traveling abroad.

Seven-story Dinkytown apartment moves forward

by Jasmine Snow
Published February 22, 2021

The building will be located at the site of Hideaway and Cosmic Bean Dispensary in the core of Dinkytown.

Professional students confront policing, institutional racism in two task forces

by Nathanael Ashton-Piper, Campus Activities Reporter
Published February 22, 2021

The task forces aim to reform policing, increase student and faculty diversity and require a curriculum addressing systemic racism.

Chicano and Latino Studies department celebrates 50th anniversary

by Katelyn Vue, Campus Activities Reporter
Published February 22, 2021

The department is honoring its 50th year with a series of events, starting with an exhibition featuring artwork inspired by the department’s historical archive.