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University Senate advocates universal pass/fail option for undergraduate students

University Senate advocates universal pass/fail option for undergraduate students

by Ava Thompson, Campus Activities Reporter
Published December 7, 2020
Although the decision awaits Vice Provost Rachel Croson’s approval, the resolution shows additional support for a universal S/N grading system for the remainder of the academic year.
Colleen Manchester poses for a portrait. Photo courtesy of the University of Minnesota Development Office.

University faculty report high levels of burnout during pandemic

by Hana Ikramuddin and Ethan Fine
Published December 4, 2020
Nearly 20% of faculty at the University have reported a high level of burnout following the start of the pandemic, according to a faculty study.
Amid FTC complaint against Zoom, UMN has reported no security breaches

Amid FTC complaint against Zoom, UMN has reported no security breaches

by Nur B. Adam, Multimedia Reporter
Published November 29, 2020
The Federal Trade Commission urged Zoom to improve its data privacy, though some have criticized the settlement for lacking accountability measures.
The Mayo Building, which serves as CIDRAP headquarters, stands on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus on Tuesday, Nov. 24.

University’s infectious disease unit receives $25,000 grant to continue COVID-19 research

by Abbey Machtig
Published November 25, 2020
The funding will go towards production costs and purchasing equipment for the center.
A COVID-19 testing site outside of the Universitys Recreational and Wellness Center on Friday, Nov. 20. The U has experienced a 400% increase in COVID-19 cases on campus since Halloween.

UMN sees 400% rise in COVID-19 cases since Halloween

by Hana Ikramuddin, Campus Administration Reporter
Published November 23, 2020
CIDRAP Deputy Director Jill DeBoer said large social gatherings have been a major contributor to recent spread.
Second-year University student John Walczak poses for a portrait outside of Boynton Health on the Twin Cities campus. After Thanksgiving, Walczak is planning on staying home with his family for the rest of fall semester.

As COVID-19 cases rise, students face uncertainty about coming back to campus after Thanksgiving break

by Evan Berg, Campus Administration Reporter
Published November 22, 2020
All coursework will be online following the Thanksgiving break.
St. Paul Winter Carnival is back this year with a totally new look

St. Paul Winter Carnival is back this year with a totally new look

by Meg Bishop
Published November 20, 2020
Walk around on a brewery tour or take a swing at the softball tournament for the 135th annual St. Paul Winter Carnival.
Following new state COVID-19 restrictions, University to close museums, sit-down dining

Following new state COVID-19 restrictions, University to close museums, sit-down dining

by Lydia Morrell, City Reporter
Published November 19, 2020
University gyms and entertainment venues will close Saturday, and dining options will shift to “grab and go.”
A cloth mask and bouquet of flowers are seen on the Goldy statue outside Coffman Memorial Union on April 1, 2020. (Parker Johnson / Minnesota Daily)

Walz announces new COVID-19 restrictions starting Friday

by Ava Thompson
Published November 19, 2020
Gov. Tim Walz announces tighter COVID-19 restrictions that will begin statewide on Nov. 20.
Dental students raise concerns about COVID-19 safety

Dental students raise concerns about COVID-19 safety

by Katelyn Vue, Campus Activities Reporter
Published November 13, 2020
Students at the School of Dentistry have raised concerns about having limited options to socially distance while waiting long hours between classes.

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