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UMN researcher discovers concerning chemicals in Grand Portage tribal waters

by Natalie Cierzan
Published May 2, 2020
Researchers are still trying to figure out the cause, and say the chemicals could impact the entire food web.
Illustration by Hailee Schievelbein. 

Under new policy amendments, courses with low enrollment can’t be canceled after first class

by Niamh Coomey
Published May 2, 2020
In the past, classes could be canceled due to low enrollment through the fifth day of the semester, which can be challenging for students and instructors.
'Life just kind of stopped': a look at the Big Ten COVID-19 response timeline

‘Life just kind of stopped’: a look at the Big Ten COVID-19 response timeline

by Jasmine Snow
Published May 1, 2020
The Ohio State University led the 13 other Big Ten schools in distance-learning plans; meanwhile, nonresident students are starting to adapt to distance learning.

UMN reveals “Sunrise Plan” to gradually reintroduce workers back to campus

by Hana Ikramuddin
Published May 1, 2020
The plan, announced in a University email Friday, outlines steps faculty and staff can take to return back to work
Illustration by Hailee Schievelbein

How is University governance operating during COVID-19?

by Niamh Coomey
Published April 30, 2020
The University of Minnesota has made some changes to the decision-making process while maintaining shared governance.
From left, Marcel Thomspon, Shauanassey Johnson, Mychi Nguyen, Esha Dabbs, Destiny Coleman, Grace Coleman and Natashia Otiso. Courtesy of Abigail Rombalski .

Research group recommends community action to create spaces for marginalized youth

by Katelyn Vue
Published April 30, 2020
The recommendations include creating partnerships with marginalized youth and including their voices in the decision-making process.
A residential street is wet by an afternoon rain shower in the Como neighborhood on Tuesday, April 28, 2020.

Priuses, other vehicles near UMN targeted for parts

by Brooke Sheehy
Published April 30, 2020
MPD's 2nd Precinct reported that 15 converters have been stolen in the last month.
Illustration by Sarah Berezovsky

For teachers in training, distance learning poses new challenges

by Abbey Machtig
Published April 30, 2020
The Minnesota student teaching requirements are changing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students gather in a common area inside the Carlson School of Management on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.

Carlson study abroad requirement raises questions during pandemic

by Nat Jacobwith
Published April 30, 2020
The Carlson School of Management is the only college at the University of Minnesota that requires students to study abroad.
Illustration by Sarah Mai

University to allow pass/fail after final grades have been submitted

by Jasmine Snow
Published April 29, 2020
The University of Minnesota announced Wednesday that students will have the option to choose pass/fail grading this semester even after final grades have been submitted.

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