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Dr. Rebecca Cunningham at a press conference following a Board of Regents meeting announcing her selection. The regents discussed Friday climate action during the Meeting on March 7 and heard from a student group that requested to speak.

Regents review Cunningham’s contract, provide update on campus safety

by Alex Lassiter
Published March 10, 2024
During their March meeting, the regents also heard from their student representatives about on-campus student issues.
A student lounges on a chair in the open area by Wiley and Blegen halls.

UMN criminal justice programs vary by campus

by Logan Anderson and Samantha Siedow
Published March 9, 2024
The UMN Sociology of Law, Criminology and Justice Department teaches crime and justice with a sociological approach, while other campuses offer more traditional courses.
Despite threats from Uber and Lyft to leave Minneapolis if the ordinance passes, the city council is in favor of guaranteeing rideshare drivers’ wages match the city’s minimum wage.

City Council approves rideshare drivers minimum wage equivalent

by Grace Aigner
Published March 8, 2024
In a 9-4 vote, the city council passed the motion, supporting guaranteed per-mile and per-minute compensation for Uber and Lyft drivers.
Students of color feel it’s difficult to find a sense of belonging on campus.

Opinion: Biracial students need more campus resources

by Natalie Trimble
Published March 5, 2024
The University of Minnesota should make additional efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.
If a renter finds their car stolen or damaged, they are still on the hook for covering costs even if the car is parked in an enclosed apartment garage.

Who is responsible for car thefts in apartment garages?

by Natasha Delion
Published March 4, 2024
While many tenants assume their landlords hold some responsibility for stolen and damaged cars in apartment car lots, this is rarely the case.
A UMPD police officer on Northrop Mall on Feb. 1, 2024. A SAFE-U alert sent Saturday night cautioned people to stay away from the area.

Police investigate shots fired near Sanford Residence Hall

by Georgia Jensen
Published March 1, 2024
There are no known victims or suspects.
Car thefts, assaults and robberies are increasing after seeing declines in previous school years.

University area sees increase in robberies, assaults, car thefts

by Katrina Bailey and Chloe Bechard
Published February 29, 2024
UMPD and MPD continue to track crime and invest in public safety.
Caitlin Clark is now 17 points away from breaking the NCAA all-time scoring record.

Caitlin Clark delivers dazzling performance in Minneapolis

by Alex Karwowski
Published February 28, 2024
The Hawkeyes outscored the Gophers women’s basketball team by nearly 50 points as Clark made history again.
The Student Organic Farm, located on the St. Paul Campus, sits under a layer of fresh, unexpected snow. The Student Organic Farm, driven by students and reinstated post-pandemic in 2022, has recently been experiencing issues securing funding to continue their mission of providing the University with fresh produce and fostering interdisciplinary, sustainable learning.

UMN Student Organic Farm struggles to survive in financial hardship

by Amelia Roessler
Published February 28, 2024
With concerns about funding, SOF works on grants and marketing to continue its success.

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