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Changes to sabbatical policy run into headwinds

by Austen Macalus
Published November 15, 2018
Some faculty expressed concerns about eliminating the option for single-semester leave.

Researchers find errors in study about warming ocean temperatures

by Nikki Pederson
Published November 15, 2018
A major study inaccurately claimed that oceans are getting 60 percent warmer than previously thought.

Karen Hanson to remain in her role, providing continuity during presidential transition

by Helen Sabrowsky
Published November 15, 2018
Hanson, the executive vice president and provost, will be on leave from January to March 2019, and will return to her role April 1.
Undecided Freshman Chelsea Collins, Microbiology Junior Jenna Hovind and Microbiology Sophomore Michael Staff attend PAWS, an event that brings animals on campus to help relieve students' stress, on Monday, Nov. 12 at the Recreation and Wellness Center.

Gun violence, immigration reform make Gen Z the most stressed-out generation, report says

by Dylan Miettinen
Published November 14, 2018
A recent study by the American Psychological Association found the implications of political events leads to increased stress and anxiety in those aged 15 to 21.
Election Judge Helen Torrens helps a voter through a window at the Van Cleve Park polling place on Tuesday, Nov. 6.

Students contribute to high midterm voter turnout numbers

by Isabella Murray
Published November 13, 2018
Midterm voter results reflected a significant increase in student turnout compared to 2014.

Childbirth treatment options lack for opioid-using women in rural areas

by Lew Blank
Published November 13, 2018
A recent University of Minnesota study found that opioid-affected births are increasing in rural areas.

Oceans are retaining 60 percent more heat than previously thought, study says

by Nikki Pederson
Published November 13, 2018
The study found that the increase is causing faster rates of climate change, which will have impacts in Minnesota and around the world.
Former University of Minnesota student Luna Brekke marches across campus in support of transgender rights on Thursday, Nov. 8. 

Understanding a changing landscape: the transgender student experience at UMN

by J.D. Duggan
Published November 12, 2018
Following national attention, the discussion around transgender rights continues on the University of Minnesota campus.
Abdul Omari speaks during the University's Board of Regents meeting on Friday, Sep. 14 at the McNamara Alumni Center.

Concerns about vetting loom over search for new UMN president

by Austen Macalus
Published November 12, 2018
Critics have questioned the transparency and rigor of the screening process.
Kinesiology senior Jared Antilla watches over the crowd from a balcony at the Sssdude-Fest Block Party on Saturday, April 22, 2017. "I haven't seen anything like this in three years," Antilla said. "All the homemade parties get broken up." 

University fraternities roll out hard alcohol ban

by Jordan Willauer
Published November 12, 2018
Because the ban is new, fraternities are still figuring out how to enforce it.

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