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Some changes CLA has made include orientation, teaching awards and rebudgeting.

CLA efforts to improve term faculty working conditions, concerns continue

by Olivia Hines
Published November 1, 2022
More than a year ago, a report was submitted to CLA Dean John Coleman seeking improvements for University of Minnesota instructors.
Nick Juarez talked about the emergency blue light kiosks on campus during the safety walk. About 35 people attended the walk.

UMN, others advocate safety improvements in Dinky

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 30, 2022
About 35 people attended a safety walk through Dinkytown Friday night to learn more about safety issues near campus and advocate for more lighting.
“W,” like withdrawal from a course

“W,” like withdrawal from a course

by Olivia Hines
Published October 28, 2022
“W”s on transcripts aren’t inherently bad or good, they indicate a student’s academic success.
Prior to COVID-19, the University Senate convened in Mondale Hall. The senate consists of faculty, students and civil service and P&A staff.

How does UMN’s Governance Work?

by Olivia Hines
Published October 27, 2022
The University of Minnesota has a large governing system that includes faculty, staff and students who can advocate for the rest of their University communities.
Seasonal depression as fall commences, winter on its way

Seasonal depression as fall commences, winter on its way

by Emma Walytka
Published October 27, 2022
Seasonal affective disorder, providing on-campus resources and the integrated holistic framework within the realm of mental health.
Numerous organizations called on Sviggum to step down from his position on the board.

UMN Regent Sviggum resigns as board vice chair

by Maya Marchel Hoff
Published October 26, 2022
University of Minnesota Regent Steve Sviggum resigned from his leadership position after his comments questioning ‘diversity’ at the University of Minnesota’s Morris campus brought forth calls for his resignation.
Increased demand for UMN mental health services causes longer wait times

Increased demand for UMN mental health services causes longer wait times

by Amirah Razman
Published October 26, 2022
More students have sought counseling services, especially remote therapy, following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Octopuses, squid and cuttlefish, oh my!

Octopuses, squid and cuttlefish, oh my!

by Lara Boudinot
Published October 25, 2022
From prey capture to vision studies, the Wardill Lab’s students and advisor recently received recognition in the New York Times.
Researcher studies weight stigma, nutrition group helps students through weight-neutral lens.

Researcher studies weight stigma, nutrition group helps students through weight-neutral lens.

by Emma Walytka
Published October 25, 2022
A University of Minnesota researcher finds the effects weight teasing has among diverse young people adds to growing evidence that weight-based mistreatment poses health coercions, while a student group produces campus-wide impact.
Teamsters Local 320 protest University of Minnesota pay during the Homecoming Parade, Friday, Sept. 30. Photo courtesy of Jackson Kerr.

Teamsters reach agreement with UMN after 4 months of negotiations

by Gillian Haveman
Published October 24, 2022
Teamsters Local 320 members will vote early this week about whether to move forward with the contract the University offered, which meets many of their prioritized requests.

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