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Boynton Health’s east bank location COVID-19 testing stations stands empty on Wednesday, Sep. 16. As stated on signs surrounding the tent, patients must schedule an appointment in advance in order to receive a COVID-19 test.

Nationally, many students are unwilling to receive COVID-19 testing, UMN expert says

by Abbey Machtig
Published September 18, 2020
Reports claim more than 50% of students have refused testing or contact tracing interviews at some universities.
Climate Science Professor and Extension Specialist Heidi Roop poses near a field of corn on the University's St. Paul campus on Tuesday, Sep. 15th. Roop’s work will focus on climate change and adaption with the goal of providing critical climate and meteorological information for decision making in agricultural production, forestry, and management of natural resources.

New University professor plans to bridge climate research and community outreach

by Becca Most and Ava Thompson
Published September 18, 2020
CFANS professor Heidi Roop plans to develop a new extension program.
Humphrey professor disciplined for sexual misconduct leaves UMN

Humphrey professor disciplined for sexual misconduct leaves UMN

by Tiffany Bui
Published September 17, 2020
In 2018, a University investigation found that James Ron violated school policy for sexually harassing a student. Ron’s resignation was effective July 1.
From left, Surly’s former and current hospitality workers Megan Caswell, Natalie Newcomer and Andy Magill sit in the backyard of Surly Brewing Co. in Minneapolis and drink Fair State beer on Saturday, Sept. 12. Fair State’s employees unionized last week in a similar manner; and their management voluntarily recognized their union. “We just want people to know (that) we’re trying to work on something better for everybody, not just like… we don’t just wanna be like ‘Fuck Surly.’ Like... that’s not the point of all this,” Caswell said.

‘I was really proud to work there’: Surly employees remain steadfast amid layoffs

by Samantha Hendrickson
Published September 17, 2020
Days after announcing an intent to unionize, Surly employees were laid off indefinitely.
The George Floyd Memorial stands quiet on Sunday, Sep. 13th. The George Floyd scholarship is being awarded to students who focus on racial and social justice.

Additional consideration given to Black students for universitywide Floyd memorial scholarship

by Jasmine Snow, City Reporter
Published September 16, 2020
Frustrated student activists remain wary, citing past administrative action.
UMN researchers study the relationship between genetics and COVID-19 drug therapies

UMN researchers study the relationship between genetics and COVID-19 drug therapies

by Brooke Sheehy, Campus Activities Reporter
Published September 16, 2020
As multiple drugs are being studied in hopes of finding a treatment for the virus, researchers explored genetic reasons why these drugs could fail.
Daytime gunpoint robbery reported near UMN, per SAFE-U alert

Daytime gunpoint robbery reported near UMN, per SAFE-U alert

by Brooke Sheehy
Published September 15, 2020
The robbery took place at of Fifth Street and 21st Avenue South at 2:42 p.m.
Student government leaders urge University to reconsider Sunrise Plan

Student government leaders urge University to reconsider Sunrise Plan

by Brooke Sheehy
Published September 14, 2020
Student leaders expressed concerns about the plans to reopen campus — plans that were made without student consultation.
University awarded $12.5 million grant to study Earth’s biodiversity

University awarded $12.5 million grant to study Earth’s biodiversity

by Becca Most, Campus Activities Reporter
Published September 14, 2020
Using satellite technology, the team will be able to monitor the changing climate on a global scale.
Jamal Osman settles in to Ward 6 Council

Jamal Osman settles in to Ward 6 Council

by Samantha Hendrickson, City Reporter
Published September 14, 2020
The ward has been without City Council representation through multiple city crises.

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