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UMN awarded grant to expand language programs

by Caitlin Anderson
Published November 15, 2018

The grant will also help the Institute of Global Studies expand global studies courses at the University.

New research shows students learn better when interacting with classmates

by Caitlin Anderson
Published November 15, 2018

Researchers looked at how active learning affects understanding of class materials.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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