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Looking to add diversity in educational fields, group charged with approving courses expands

by Niamh Coomey
Published March 5, 2020
The council, which approves liberal education courses, has expanded to include representation from different departments and colleges.
Olivia Cuoco, a first year student at the University of Minnesota, poses for a portrait at the University YMCA, where she works as a childrens’ programs site lead, on Wednesday, March 4. Cuoco’s job is part of the work-study program, without which it would be volunteer only. Cuoco says that she would be unable to remain in the position if the program were discontinued.

Trump budget could cut support, aid for UMN students

by Jasmine Snow
Published March 5, 2020
A recent budget proposal from President Donald Trump calls for steep cuts to federal aid and loan forgiveness programs.
The Minnesota State Capitol as seen on May 13, 2013.

UMN misallocated millions in grants, according to state report

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 5, 2020
A legislative audit found a state-funded University grant program inappropriately awarded money, among other issues.
New draft policy seeks to balance freedom of speech with safety for campus events

New draft policy seeks to balance freedom of speech with safety for campus events

by Niamh Coomey
Published March 5, 2020
The Major Events Policy is currently going through consultation and outlines procedures for scheduling large events on campus.
A specially-outfitted vehicle which allows experts to administer on-site cardiac health services is parked outside the Variety Club Research Center on Thursday, Feb. 27. One of four such vehicles funded by an $18.6 million grant from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, it shortens the time to treatment for patients with cardiac health concerns.

Researchers create SUV for on-the-road cardiac care

by Natalie Cierzan
Published March 5, 2020
The program is funded by an $18.6 million grant from the Leona M. and Harry B. Hemsley Charitable Trust.
Illustration by Hailee Schievelbein

Two UMN students self-quarantined for coronavirus checks

by J.D. Duggan
Published March 5, 2020
The students, who are not showing symptoms, were in close contact with an individual in Europe with COVID-19.
Attendees and Company Representatives interact at the CLA career fair at the Minneapolis Convention Center on Friday, Feb. 28.

Student government pushes for ‘coercive contract’ education

by Samantha Hendrickson
Published March 4, 2020
"Coercive contracts," which include non-disclosures and forced arbitration clauses, limit employee legal rights, according to the Minnesota Student Association.
Student supporters of Bernie Sanders gather to watch the Super Tuesday primary results in Bruininks Hall on Tuesday, March 3.

Amid Biden’s state win, Sanders steals University-area precincts

by MN Daily Staff
Published March 4, 2020
Biden struggled to build support among University students, only winning about 10% to 20% of voters at polling places around campus.
Former Vice President Joe Biden speaks at a gun safety and Moms Demand Action event held at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Gage Skidmore / Associated Collegiate Press. 

Still fighting nationally, Biden wins Minnesota primary

by MN Daily Staff
Published March 4, 2020
The Associated Press called the state for former Vice President Joe Biden shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m.
Student supporters of Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren gather on the East Bank to chalk and poster areas of the campus before Super Tuesday on Monday, March 2.

Student campaigns make last-minute outreach efforts

by MN Daily Staff
Published March 4, 2020
Student organizers at the Univeristy of Minnesota said they hope to turn out student voters and draw in supporters of candidates who have dropped out of the race for the Democratic nomination.

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