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School gets in the way of Islamic holiday

by Amber Schadewald
Published October 24, 2006

On Monday, Muslims around the world celebrated Eid al-Fitr, or the "celebration breaking the fast," a holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting on the Islamic calendar. But, for some...

U staff discuss future of U.S.

by Elena Rozwadowski
Published October 20, 2006

Some professors think education is the key to dealing with population growth.

Rwandan pastor speaks at University about genocide victims

by Kathryn Nelson
Published October 20, 2006

Reverend Paul Ndahigwa said survivors of the violence still face many struggles.

U.S. House hopefuls debate on U campus

by Courtney Blanchard
Published October 19, 2006

Four U.S. House hopefuls joined Carlson School of Management lecturer and Republican candidate Alan Fine on his turf Wednesday night in a battle over who will take the 5th Congressional District seat. The...

Online encyclopedia could link to University resource

by Cati Vanden Breul
Published October 19, 2006

Searching for immigration information could lead to a University site.

National week recognizes vet technicians’ importance

by Mike Enright
Published October 18, 2006

Sydney is one brave 10-year-old. Her friendly demeanor and constant enthusiasm mask her serious illness. But beneath her happy exterior, the golden retriever suffers from lymphoma. Diagnosed in September...

Shirts support troops, veterans’ charities

by Karlee Weinmann
Published October 17, 2006

Amid politically charged campaigns this election season, there is one of quiet solidarity with overseas American troops emerging on college campuses across the country. TakePride.com, an online designer...

Study finds genes possibly linked to hyperactivity

by Mike Enright
Published October 17, 2006

A recent study by University of Minnesota researchers has linked certain genes to hyperactivity in mice. The link, discovered by University genetics, cell biology and development professor David Largaespada,...

Wiki and the U student

by JP Leider
Published October 17, 2006

Wikipedia creates controversy over accuracy.

Candidates discuss Iraq war, Korea and economy

by Charley Bruce
Published October 16, 2006

Democrats need six seats to take the majority in the U.S. Senate, and Minnesota's race is one of the hottest races in the country. Tim Russert of MSNBC's "Meet the Press" hosted a debate between U.S. Senatorial...