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Pioneer Hall's newly renovated dining hall as seen on Wednesday, Aug. 21.

After two years and $104.5 million, Pioneer Hall reopens to UMN students

by Hana Ikramuddin
Published September 2, 2019
The $104.5 million renovation includes a new dining hall, which is expected to serve 10,000 meals a day.
Mina Kian, President of Minnesota Student Association, poses for a portrait inside Coffman Union on Thursday, Aug. 29.

MSA president discusses relationship with U president, dining contract

by Samantha Hendrickson
Published September 2, 2019
Mina Kian emphasized diversity and reviewing the University's dining contract among top priorities and goals for the 2019-20 school year.
The board of regents listens to President Gabel speak at the regents retreat on Friday, July 12 in Faribault.

UMN regents outline year’s priorities

by Dylan Anderson
Published September 2, 2019
The board outlined several efforts for the year, including the next systemwide strategic plan.

Woman sexually assaulted in Marcy-Holmes

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published August 7, 2019
The man broke into the woman's apartment near the University campus early Wednesday morning, authorities said.
The Vicinity Apartments, one of several apartments in Minneapolis providing short-term rentals, is seen on Monday, July 29 2019.

Minneapolis ordinance would crack down on short-term rentals

by Imani Cruzen
Published July 31, 2019
The ordinance, currently being drafted, would set regulations for short-term rentals, like Airbnbs, in Minneapolis.
The Rural Health Academic Partnership still needs approval, accreditation and proper staffing before the program can be launched in fall 2025.

New administrative position to support inclusivity in UMN Medical School

by Farrah Mina
Published July 31, 2019
The University of Minnesota Medical School is conducting a national search for its first vice dean of diversity and inclusion.
City takes next steps in executing mayor's opioid task force recommendations

City takes next steps in executing mayor’s opioid task force recommendations

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 31, 2019
More than $1 million in funding will go toward implementing recommendations made by the task force in April.
Bill English, Northside Job Creation Team Consulting Project Director, poses for a photo on Saturday, July 20.

University initiative helps create more than 1,000 jobs in North Minneapolis

by J.D. Duggan
Published July 31, 2019
The Northside Job Creation Team, a collaborative effort started out of the University of Minnesota, is working to build employment opportunities in the underserved region.
The last Perkins restaurant in Minneapolis is seen on Tuesday, July 30. The logo and sign have been removed from the building and it now lays vacant. 

Bye, Perkins: University students, locals say farewell to late-night staple

by Caitlin Anderson
Published July 31, 2019
The Perkins Restaurant & Bakery near Riverside Avenue closed on July 14.
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

To infinity and beyond: UMN to help NASA prepare for next moon landing

by Katrina Pross
Published July 31, 2019
A University of Minnesota researcher is taking part in a project that will place a radio telescope on the moon.

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