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Mentorship program co-founders Kate Carosella, left, and Meriah DeJoseph pose for a portrait at the Institute of Child Development on Sunday, Nov. 8. The program serves students from underrepresented backgrounds who intend to pursue doctorates in psychology.

National mentorship program aims to diversify psychology fields

by Katelyn Vue, Campus Activities Reporter
Published November 9, 2020
Two University graduate students started a mentorship program this fall in an effort to support underrepresented students who want to pursue psychology Ph.D. programs.
The University of Minnesotas Native American Medicine Garden stands empty on Friday, Nov. 6.

UMN Forest Resources Department, others in STEM reckon with anti-racism letters from students

by Becca Most, Campus Activities Reporter
Published November 7, 2020
Despite department steps, students say there is still work to be done.
UMN constructs new committee to oversee all sexual misconduct hearings, including for staff and faculty

UMN constructs new committee to oversee all sexual misconduct hearings, including for staff and faculty

by Abbey Machtig
Published November 5, 2020
This committee will serve in a hearing process for sexual misconduct cases across all five system campuses.
A variety of public health procedures, including designated clean and dirty tables, unidirectional routes, and socially-distanced seating protect students dining in Pioneer Hall on Monday, Nov. 2.

Concerns about student behavior in dining halls prompt conversations about safety protocols

by Ava Thompson
Published November 5, 2020
Dining hall staff addressed concerns of students violating social distancing guidelines.
The MAASU planning committee

Annual MAASU conference moves online during COVID-19 pandemic

by Srilekha Garishakurti, Campus Activities Reporter
Published November 4, 2020
The Midwest Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Students Union conference, originally set to be held at the University of Minnesota, was held virtually for the first time.
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Noor, Dziedzic win reelection bids

by J.D. Duggan
Published November 3, 2020
The two incumbents clear paths to keep their seats.
A socially-distanced crowd of students listens intently to an address delivered by U.S. Senator Tina Smith and U.S. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar at the Knoll on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Smith, Omar hit campus in last-minute young voter rally

by Jasmine Snow, City Reporter
Published November 3, 2020
This year, a broad coalition of students is working to break the University of Minnesota’s 2018 voter turnout record.
The Black Student Union board pictured at homecoming in 2019.

First Black Student Union homecoming goes virtual

by Jasmine Snow, City Reporter
Published November 2, 2020
Black Student Union members used the online space to emphasize celebration and Black joy in the weeklong event.
Celine Jennings of UMN Climate Strike speaks to protesters at Northrop Auditorium on Friday, Oct. 30.

‘The enemy is profit, together we will stop it’: Protesters rally for justice from the Board of Regents

by Srilekha Garishakurti
Published November 2, 2020
A group of over 50 students marched from the McNamara Alumni Center to Northrop, demanding that student, faculty and staff voices be heard at the “People over Profits” rally.
Executive Vice President and Provost announces grading changes for this academic year

Executive Vice President and Provost announces grading changes for this academic year

by Ava Thompson
Published October 31, 2020
University leaders announced several changes Friday, including extending the deadline to opt for S/N grading and allowing for any F grades to automatically be converted to an N.

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