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University of Minnesota system moves to online-only instruction

by Natalie Rademacher
Published March 11, 2020
Classes will be taught online through at least the end of the month in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel addresses the Minnesota Senate on the University's plans to contend with COVID-19, otherwise known as the Coronavirus, at the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 10.

Growing number of Big 10 schools, including Minnesota, switch to online-only amid COVID-19 concerns

by Cleo Krejci
Published March 11, 2020
The University of Minnesota announced that it will transition to online-only classes on Wednesday.
The Board of Regents meet about the East Gateway Project Resolution, on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020. The Board of Regents holds a meeting each month.

Rachel Croson’s involvement in employee conduct case at MSU prompts discussion

by Katrina Pross
Published March 11, 2020
Croson is the dean of a college at Michigan State University currently handling a sexual misconduct investigation, prompting University discussion about her role in it. Rachel Croson and President Joan Gabel both defend Croson’s track record.
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel addresses the Minnesota Senate on the University's plans to contend with COVID-19, otherwise known as the Coronavirus, at the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 10.

Gabel addresses lawmakers on U’s plans for coronavirus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 10, 2020
In a hearing Tuesday, Gabel said the University will suspend all nonessential travel beginning on March 16.
Here's what you need to know about UMN's plans, preparation for coronavirus

Here’s what you need to know about UMN’s plans, preparation for coronavirus

by MN Daily Staff
Published March 9, 2020
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
Rape reported in 19th Avenue parking garage

Rape reported in 19th Avenue parking garage

by Niamh Coomey
Published March 7, 2020
The assault happened around 8:20 p.m. on Friday, March 6 on the University's West Bank campus.
Security monitor Will Burnton receives a request for an escort on his two-way radio while walking across the Washington Avenue bridge during his shift on April 17, 2014.

U hires larger security staff to bolster falling numbers

by J.D. Duggan
Published March 5, 2020
With dwindling student interest in on-campus security roles, the University recently added 11 full-time positions.
UMN Campus crime update: Marcy-Holmes violent crime climbs

UMN Campus crime update: Marcy-Holmes violent crime climbs

by J.D. Duggan
Published March 5, 2020
The second attempted abduction in two weeks fits within a rise of violent crime in the area.
Haille Schievelbein

Committee works to improve graduation and retention rates for students of color

by Abbey Machtig
Published March 5, 2020
The initiatives were reviewed at the Board of Regents meeting last month.
Douglas Zehren casts his ballot at the Grace University Lutheran Church on Tuesday, March 3.

UMN students hit the polls for Super Tuesday

by MN Daily Staff
Published March 5, 2020
For the state's first primary since 1992, students are taking their picks among the Democratic pool.

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