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U research finds lower humidity may reduce COVID-19 survivability on surfaces

by Natalie Cierzan
Published June 16, 2020

Researchers said they would like other researchers with access to SARS-CoV-2 to replicate the study.

‘Ultimately, the plan is just that — a plan’: A look at reopening plans across the Big Ten

by Jasmine Snow
Published June 15, 2020

University of Minnesota students and faculty have expressed concerns about the University's current projections.

Students facing abuse left more vulnerable during COVID-19

by Becca Most
Published June 15, 2020

With the closure of in-person resources, a pandemic exacerbates structural barriers to support.

Minnesota lawmakers consider banning warrior training, enacting other police reform policies

by Madeline Deninger
Published June 15, 2020

One provision, authored by University-area representative Mohamud Noor, would ban cash bail.

As state reopens, religious student groups keep gatherings small but connected

by Brooke Sheehy
Published June 13, 2020

Since Gov. Tim Walz began allowing religious gatherings at 25% capacity, worship groups considered whether to remain online or begin meeting in person.

Regents endorse fall reopening plans, 2021 budget and salary cuts

by Max Chao and Abbey Machtig
Published June 12, 2020

Fall semester could start in August, with classes a mix of online, in-person and hybrid scenarios. The full board will cast a final vote on these items Friday.

Mutual aid fund provides COVID-19 supplies to public housing residents

by Caitlin Anderson
Published June 12, 2020

Public Goods, a project by Defend Glendale and Public Housing Coalition, has fundraised over $51,000 to purchase sanitizer, gloves and other supplies.

Students with disabilities grapple with transition to online instruction, face uphill challenges

by Hana Ikramuddin
Published June 11, 2020

As coursework moved online, some students say accommodations or expectations were not met by faculty and staff.

COVID-19 tracking app gathers data from over 52,000 U.S. neighborhoods

by Natalie Cierzan
Published June 10, 2020

The app, called SafeDistance, was launched April 22 by the University of Minnesota, HealthPartners, Modern Logic and others.

With Minnesota State Fair canceled, U research booth halted

by Natalie Cierzan
Published June 9, 2020

Following the closure of the State Fair due to COVID-19 concerns, many University researchers are postponing their research or finding new ways to continue it.

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