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University President Eric Kaler answers questions for the Minnesota Daily in his office on Mar. 3, 2016.

Kickin’ It: President Kaler visits the State Fair, talks upcoming school year

by Kevin Beckman
Published September 6, 2016
Amid tours of U of M exhibits, Kaler talked about his hopes for this year.
A student scans a special sticker using the "Cupanion" app to earn points for refilling a reusable water bottle during Welcome Week on St. Paul Campus on Friday, Sept. 2.

New University of Minnesota campaign aims to curb campus plastic waste

by Rilyn Eischens
Published September 6, 2016
Using an app called Cupanion, students can accrue points by filling reusable water bottles.
General Counsel leader Bill Donohue thanks his colleagues while enjoying a dilly bar at his going away party at McNamara Alumni Center on Aug. 31. Donahue is retiring after serving for 34 years and is being replaced by Doug Peterson.

U’s General Counsel retires after storied career, picks replacement

by Olivia Johnson
Published September 5, 2016
In his 34 year tenure, Bill Donohue helped the University navigate many high-profile lawsuits.

Police liability insurance measure won’t be on ballot in November

by Kristina Busch
Published September 5, 2016
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled against Minneapolis residents voting on the amendment.
University of Minnesota Bee Lab apicultural technician Gary Reuter shakes bees onto Bee Squad Team Leader Jenny Warner to create a bee “beard” on Wednesday Aug. 31 at the Agriculture Horticulture Building at the Minnesota State Fair. On Aug. 25, Governor Mark Dayton issued an executive order to limit the use of pesticides that are harmful to bees and other pollinating insects in Minnesota.

At State Fair ‘Bee Beard’ show, pollinator awareness abuzz

by Melissa Steinken
Published September 5, 2016
A 17-year-old tradition, this year's show spotlighted awareness around endangered pollinators.

University releases proposed $122 million biennial budget request

by Brian Edwards
Published September 3, 2016
If approved by the Board of Regents, the request of state lawmakers would include funds for research, for Bell Museum operations and for a new, multi-campus student success center, among others.
The West Bank mudslide area is shown on Sept. 1, 2014. The mudslide, which occurred at the base of the University of Minnesota’s Fairview Medical Center in June of 2014, will re-open Thursday evening to let bicyclists and pedestrians use the West Bank trail.

Two years after landslide, West River Parkway finally set to reopen

by Eliana Schreiber
Published September 1, 2016
The parkway and Franklin Avenue bridge will be open to the public Thursday evening.

Former University student pleads guilty to two rapes

by Jessie Bekker
Published August 30, 2016
Daniel Drill-Mellum was sentenced Tuesday to 74 months in prison for two sexual assaults in 2014.

University of Minnesota professor launches bone cell experiment into outer space

by David Clarey
Published August 29, 2016
The U researcher is working with the International Space Station to research bone loss in space.

Attorney chosen as chair of U’s Alumni Association board

by Kevin Beckman
Published August 29, 2016
Daniel McDonald, received an engineering degree in 1982 and law degree from the University in 1985.

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