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Vitaly Brown, a second year student at the University of Minnesota, poses for a portrait in the Physics and Nanotechnology building on Friday, Jan. 22. “At the end of the day, I really don’t get why people can’t have normal conversations or normal protests,” said Brown, regarding the protest at the Capitol in Washington D.C. on Jan. 6.

Insurrection, impeachment and a lost election: Student conservatives consider the future of the GOP

by Samantha Woodward
Published January 25, 2021
One political expert said the party’s future is uncertain as impeachment proceedings continue next month.
Student Affairs Vice President Calvin Phillips poses for a portrait. Photo courtesy of university of Minnesota Relations.

Dr. Calvin Phillips joins University’s senior administrative team

by Abbey Machtig and Ethan Fine
Published January 25, 2021
Phillips will serve as vice president for student affairs and dean of students beginning on March 1 pending Board of Regents approval.
Boynton Health pictured on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020.

Boynton sees a 25% dip in new mental health patients during pandemic

by Izzy Teitelbaum, Campus Administration Reporter
Published January 24, 2021
Some say the difficulty of connecting with a counselor online may be contributing to the decrease.
A variety of public health procedures, including designated clean and dirty tables, unidirectional routes, and socially-distanced seating protect students dining in Pioneer Hall on Monday, Nov. 2.

MSA to propose smaller meal plans, cite student difficulty with residence hall dining

by Ava Thompson, Campus Activities Reporter
Published January 23, 2021
The Minnesota Student Association is advocating for a six meal per week meal plan to give students more options.
A few pieces from the University of Minnesota’s Music Library are displayed in Wilson Library on Wednesday, Jan. 13. The collection ranges from classical sonata compositions to popular culture and local artists such as Prince.

University of Minnesota Music Library seeks to diversify its collection

by Becca Most
Published January 23, 2021
A majority of materials in the collection are from European, white and male artists.
Patrick McKee competes at the Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019.

McKee named Big Ten Co-Wrestler of the Week

by Matthew Kennedy, Sports Reporter
Published January 22, 2021
Patrick McKee was awarded the honor after his fantastic performance in a Michigan State tri-meet last Saturday.
Al Milgrom, 2015

‘The spirit of Dinkytown’: Dinkytown remembers legendary filmmaker Al Milgrom

by Jasmine Snow
Published January 22, 2021
Longtime residents remember Milgrom’s contributions to the history and culture of the area.
Ward 2 Council Member Cam Gordon poses for a portrait in his office at Minneapolis City Hall in 2017.

Council member Cam Gordon helps lay framework to reduce homelessness

by Emalyn Muzzy
Published January 22, 2021
Amid the struggles of 2020, the Council member has pushed for more emergency shelters and has created policy for permanent affordable and public housing.
Demonstrators march down East Lake Street Street in response to the Presidential Inauguration on Wednesday, Jan. 20. The protest lasted around two hours.

Inauguration Day protesters demand radical change from new president

by Samantha Woodward and Lydia Morrell
Published January 22, 2021
Protestors emphasized the need to continue advocating for progressive policies under Biden.
Despite pandemic, volunteer UMN advocacy soars

Despite pandemic, volunteer UMN advocacy soars

by Samantha Hendrickson, City Reporter
Published January 22, 2021
The number of students, faculty, alums and others lobbying the state Legislature on behalf of the University nearly doubled last year, though most students are no longer on campus.

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