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The Minnesota Daily

Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Ava Weinreis

Ava Weinreis, Visuals Editor

Ava is a third-year student at the University of Minnesota. She is currently majoring in art, with plans to apply for the BFA program. Ava loves fashion, exploring and hanging out with her friends.

All content by Ava Weinreis
“Anora” is bright, tragic and stagnantly hilarious.

[Photo] ‘Anora’ showcases the tough reality of love and sex work

by Isabella Caswell
Published November 14, 2024
Segal’s hiring has caused nationwide concern.

[Photo] AAUP condemn Raz Segal job offer revocation

by Mady Leick
Published November 13, 2024
The legislative directive brings more scrutiny to the Minneapolis Police Department.

[Photo] MPD taking heat from City Council and activists over delayed responses

by Maya Bell
Published November 10, 2024
Democracy’s tomorrow depends on the decisions we make today.

[Photo] Opinion: Where do we go from here?

by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published November 10, 2024
Ranked choice voting is easy to understand and brings many benefits.

[Photo] Opinion: Our country needs ranked choice voting

by Jasmine Shackleford
Published November 5, 2024
Many people say Airbnb is the future of hospitality, but are they actually better than hotels?

[Photo] Columnist Clash: Hotels or Airbnbs?

by Jasmine Shackleford and Leo Huppke
Published November 3, 2024
Released on Oct. 28, “CHROMAKOPIA” by Tyler, the Creator is an album made to be replayed and heard live.

[Photo] Tyler, the Creator’s “CHROMAKOPIA” is a journey through fame disillusionment

by Sophia Arndt
Published October 30, 2024
America’s soul died the day “circus” became a dirty word.

[Photo] Satire: Bring back the circus

by Jasmine Shackleford
Published October 30, 2024
The rule has been in effect since 1983.

[Photo] Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule goes into effect

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 30, 2024
Costumes aren’t required to celebrate Halloween, but they definitely make a spooky night out more fun.

[Photo] A guide to last-minute Halloween costumes

by Sommer Wagen
Published October 30, 2024
The program places students across greater Minnesota and western Wisconsin to get hands-on experience.

[Photo] Rural Physician Associate Program introduces medical students to rural health care

by Rachel Hoppe
Published October 28, 2024
Boynton Health offers a walk-in vaccination clinic for people to stop in at their convenience.

[Photo] Measles seeing an uptick around Minneapolis

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 28, 2024
Experimenting with genres and musical inspirations, “The Great Impersonator” ruminates on singer-songwriter Halsey's struggles with fame and chronic illness and her journey through motherhood.

[Photo] Halsey’s ‘The Great Impersonator’ is a vulnerable journey through genres

by Sophia Arndt
Published October 27, 2024
Absurd times call for absurd humor.

[Photo] Opinion: All of our brains are rotted

by Vivian Wilson
Published October 25, 2024
The University has a wide variety of religious student organizations, from Hindu to Catholic and everything in between.

[Photo] UMN religious groups offer spaces for all students

by Avery Vrieze
Published October 20, 2024
The club is open to all students, regardless of experience.

[Photo] Happy Badminton Club provides a space to learn and play

by Sophie Eydis
Published October 15, 2024
Minnesota’s community-focused policies make the state a leader in overall quality of life.

[Photo] Opinion: Why Minnesota is one of the happiest states

by Riley Stern
Published October 14, 2024
Civics and news literacy are essential skills for effective participation in society.

[Photo] Opinion: Responsible Citizenship 1001

by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published October 13, 2024
“Joker: Folie à Deux” fails to meet the expectations of fans and casual viewers as it dances through musical numbers and a nonexistent plot for nearly three hours.

[Photo] “Joker: Folie à Deux” drags and disappoints

by Sophia Arndt
Published October 7, 2024
Many healthcare professionals said telehealth use has accelerated due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] State officials consider changes to telehealth following statewide study

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 6, 2024
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance faced off in New York City in a debate hosted by CBS.

[Photo] Desk Decision: Vice Presidential Debate breakdown

by Opinions Desk
Published October 2, 2024
Members of the program reflect on their experience.

[Photo] Senior citizens practice lifelong learning at UMN

by Samantha Siedow
Published October 2, 2024
Student Group allocations ranged from $0 to $32,000 per group, and about $240,000 in leftovers are some of last year’s funding highlights.

[Photo] UMN student group money distribution and its complications

by Sam Hill
Published October 2, 2024
Lack of diverse nominees and the emergence of social media and streaming platforms have made award shows less appealing.

[Photo] Opinion: Are award shows still relevant?

by Riley Stern
Published October 1, 2024
The 2024 presidential election offers two candidates with very different visions for America.

[Photo] Opinion: The 2024 ballot — hope vs. hate

by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published September 30, 2024
Bats are one of the most common carriers of rabies in Minnesota.

[Photo] Health experts warn about rabies in Hennepin County

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 26, 2024
Comrade Goldy is not the friendly University of Minnesota mascot you’ve made him out to be.

[Photo] Satire: Goldy Gopher is a communist dictator and will destroy us all

by Leo Huppke
Published September 25, 2024
Lovers of dance music rejoice, for Jamie xx is here to deliver us from the thralls of Fred Again.

[Photo] Indie Sleaze is dead (again), and Jamie xx killed it (again)

by Gabriel Brito
Published September 22, 2024
University students and faculty discuss the personal and broader impacts of such violent acts.

[Photo] Students and faculty react to rise in school shootings across the country

by Sophie Eydis
Published September 18, 2024
Current popular issues for students include gun control, LGBTQ+ rights and reproductive rights.

[Photo] A first-time voters’ view of the 2024 election

by Avery Vrieze
Published September 15, 2024
The new facility will be near the University of Minnesota and is set to start construction by Spring 2025.

[Photo] Huntington Bank Stadium’s newest neighbor — a biochar facility

by Ainsley Brown
Published September 13, 2024
Demure, brat, girl math, girl dinner and being "just a girl" are some of the examples of social media trends that women ironically label themselves.

[Photo] Opinion: Let us be demure (if we want)

by Riley Stern
Published September 9, 2024
A movie so nice they named it twice.

[Photo] Review: “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”

by Gabriel Brito
Published September 9, 2024
Each song on this album is unique, yet sonically cohesive.

[Photo] Review: “Short n’ Sweet” by Sabrina Carpenter

by Isabella Caswell
Published September 6, 2024
The study identifies how social disadvantage impacts health.

[Photo] UMN Medical School finds economic disparities affect outcomes in cell donations

by Josie Wise
Published August 3, 2024
The relatively small number of female politicians often have more qualifications than their male opponents.

[Photo] Desk Decision: Minnesota primaries show female politicians are consistently overqualified

by Opinions Desk
Published August 3, 2024
The Minneapolis Fire Department granted $2,500 to purchase over 20 glucometers.

[Photo] Minneapolis approves purchase of glucometers for fire department

by Ainsley Brown
Published August 3, 2024
Full of drill beats, lyrics about being sexy and not much else, the album was released on July 26.

[Photo] Review: “Y2K!” by Ice Spice

by Gabriel Brito
Published July 30, 2024
The Future, Magus Books and Herbs, and MoonStone MPLS are just a few places where you can further your astrological knowledge.

[Photo] Metaphysical Minneapolis and why astrology matters

by Sommer Wagen
Published July 30, 2024
“Deadpool & Wolverine” is the first “Deadpool” movie since 2018’s “Deadpool 2.”

[Photo] Review: “Deadpool & Wolverine”

by Ethan Lambert
Published July 28, 2024
Although helpful to many, an unpaid internship is not something every student can say yes to.

[Photo] Desk Decision: Unpaid internships are unethical

by Opinions Desk
Published July 14, 2024
It’s time for Eminem to retire.

[Photo] Review: “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)” by Eminem

by Ethan Lambert
Published July 12, 2024
When flying to distant vacation spots is not possible, a weekend at a local destination is still rewarding.

[Photo] Opinion: Travel does not need to be glamorous

by Jasmine Shackleford
Published July 9, 2024
Daily affirmation: “I will not accept a life I do not deserve.”

[Photo] Review: “MaXXXine”

by Sommer Wagen
Published July 7, 2024
The Houston-born rapper gives fans a confidence boost in the form of an album.

[Photo] Review: “Megan” by Megan Thee Stallion

by Alexis Letang
Published July 4, 2024
The program was launched in September 2022 and received positive feedback.

[Photo] UMN students say Dinkytown Alerts was a good idea, executed poorly

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 1, 2024
“Stung!,” the tenth album by the band from Fremantle, is an hour of trippy, distorted and reverb-heavy music perfect for a summer night.

[Photo] Review: “Stung!” by Pond

by Gabriel Brito
Published June 27, 2024
Putting too much weight on a university’s prestige makes the already confusing and stressful process of college applications even worse.

[Photo] Opinion: Stop turning college admissions into a game of prestige

by Jasmine Shackleford
Published June 26, 2024
Students have a plethora of houses and apartments to choose from when it comes to living on or near campus.

[Photo] Columnist Clash: Is it better to live in an apartment or a house?

by Isabella Caswell and Jasmine Shackleford
Published June 26, 2024
Students and faculty share their experience and expertise with mental health treatment and medication.

[Photo] Mental health medication use among college students doubled since 2007

by Sophie Eydis
Published June 17, 2024
“The Watchers” is a film adaptation of the 2022 book of the same name by A.M. Shine.

[Photo] Review: “The Watchers”

by Ethan Lambert
Published June 13, 2024
College students do not typically shop sustainably when fast fashion is quick and easy.

[Photo] Opinion: Society has made us cheap

by Isabella Caswell
Published June 13, 2024
The artist masterfully blends EDM, pop and hyperpop on a record that feels like a night out with her.

[Photo] Review: “BRAT” by Charli XCX

by Sommer Wagen
Published June 12, 2024
These books reflect a variety of queer identities and experiences and are good reads for everyone, queer or not.

[Photo] Pride Month Book Club: 5 LGBTQ+ books to read in June

by Sommer Wagen
Published June 11, 2024
Our social media posts may seem like a drop in the ocean, but they can actually amount to much more.

[Photo] Opinion: Your reposts really do matter!

by Riley Stern
Published June 4, 2024
“HIT ME HARD AND SOFT” shows Eilish flourishing creatively throughout its 10-song tracklist.

[Photo] Review: “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT” by Billie Eilish

by Ethan Lambert
Published May 30, 2024
By having an option to pay one fee for all required course materials, students will be able to avoid spending money on materials, which is not always accessible to students.

[Photo] New UMN program plans to make course materials more accessible

by Amirah Razman
Published May 1, 2024
Under the legislation, ByteDance has nine months to sell TikTok.

[Photo] Senate passes bill forcing TikTok’s parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature

by Haleluya Hadero - The Associated Press
Published April 23, 2024
From old-school rap to new-school pop, many artists performed in the Twin Cities this school year.

[Photo] A school year’s worth of concerts

by Max Mueller
Published April 30, 2024
Graduate programs make an effort to engage with undergraduate students, hoping to keep them at the University, admissions staff say.

[Photo] ‘Double Gophers’ make up over one-third of alumni pursuing post-grad degrees

by Hannah Ward and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published April 21, 2024
Many say building more housing is the best way to lower the vacancy rate and create affordable housing.

[Photo] Vacancy rates across Twin Cities being addressed on state, local levels

by Natasha Delion
Published April 21, 2024
“The Tortured Poets Department” is Swift’s first album of original material since 2022’s “Midnights.”

[Photo] Review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ by Taylor Swift

by Ethan Lambert
Published April 20, 2024
Nursing students should have access to free campus resources for well-being support.

[Photo] Opinion: Nursing students should be financially compensated

by Natalie Trimble
Published April 18, 2024
College provides different levels of enjoyment for each student throughout the year.

[Photo] Columnist Clash: Fall or spring semester, which is better?

by Michael Fraley and Claudia Garcia
Published April 30, 2024
A deep dive into the state's complex history of territorial expansion.

[Photo] The TRUTH Report and Minnesota’s “land grab” legacy

by Sam Hill
Published April 18, 2024
UMN boot camp classes started this week on Monday.

[Photo] Navigating the digital marketing landscape: UMN’s Digital Marketing Boot Camp

by Samantha Siedow
Published April 12, 2024
Questions continue to surround USG’s importance to the larger student body.

[Photo] Desk Decision: Underachieving Student Government?

by Opinions Desk
Published April 8, 2024
The debate around remote work isn’t going anywhere. Here’s what you should do.

[Photo] Opinion: Create shareholder value in the office, not your home

by Michael Fraley
Published April 8, 2024
“Challengers” releases in theaters on April 26.

[Photo] Review: “Challengers”

by Ethan Lambert
Published April 12, 2024
With Too Good To Go, restaurants can sell leftover food for cheap.

[Photo] Too Good To Go tries to make leftovers affordable

by Amelia Roessler
Published April 2, 2024
Scott’s Yield Giving database has given out donations since 2022.

[Photo] Mackenzie Scott donates “life-changing” $2 million each to 9 Minnesota nonprofits

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published April 1, 2024
“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” released in theaters on March 22.

[Photo] Review: “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire”

by Ethan Lambert
Published March 30, 2024
The singer experiments with new instrumentation and sounds, but that experiment doesn’t pay off where it counts.

[Photo] Review: “Bright Future” by Adrianne Lenker

by Sommer Wagen
Published March 28, 2024
While past efforts failed, the progression of this bill means the likelihood of TikTok being sold or banned is more likely than ever before.

[Photo] TikTok’s future uncertain as ban moves to the U.S. Senate

by Natasha Delion and Chloe Bechard
Published March 28, 2024
With an abundance of language programs, there is something for everyone.

[Photo] Language students describe the unique opportunities their major provides

by Avery Vrieze
Published March 27, 2024
This year’s class of 2024 graduates did not have a high school graduation in 2020 due to the pandemic and restrictions.

[Photo] Graduating students reflect on what is, for many, their first in-person graduation

by Amelia Roessler
Published March 23, 2024
The twelfth album from Kieran Hebden features tight production and groovy drums.

[Photo] Review: “Three”

by Max Mueller
Published March 20, 2024
Among the awardees, “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Things” were the biggest heavy-hitters, with seven and four wins, respectively.

[Photo] After the Oscars, UMN students share their thoughts

Published March 17, 2024
As the most successful team currently at the University, the dance team deserves better benefits.

[Photo] Opinion: Collegiate dance team, loved but overlooked

by Claudia Garcia
Published March 19, 2024
The Climate Legacy Initiative is the city’s latest effort to make the city more environmentally friendly and ultimately carbon neutral.

[Photo] Climate Legacy Initiative to fund city’s transition to carbon neutrality

by Katrina Bailey
Published March 18, 2024
Among the awardees, “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Things” were the biggest heavy-hitters, with seven and four wins, respectively.

[Photo] After the Oscars, UMN students share their thoughts

by Maddie Robinson
Published March 17, 2024
The biggest takeaway: “Be gay, do crime.”

[Photo] Review: ‘Love Lies Bleeding’

by Sommer Wagen
Published March 17, 2024
“eternal sunshine” is Grande’s first album since 2020’s “Positions”.

[Photo] Review: ‘eternal sunshine’ by Ariana Grande

by Ethan Lambert
Published March 15, 2024
Minneapolis is the second U.S. city to receive the designation, joining Houston, which earned the first designation in Aug. 2023.

[Photo] Minneapolis declared Child Friendly City, solidifies future of centering youth

by Grace Aigner
Published March 12, 2024
Analyzing the market of resold, secondhand clothing.

[Photo] Opinion: Secondhand resellers lack sustainability practices

by Abiha Kashif
Published March 11, 2024
The ceremony included references to wars occurring in both Gaza and Ukraine.

[Photo] ‘Oppenheimer’ crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war

by Jake Coyle - Associated Press
Published March 10, 2024
Students of color feel it’s difficult to find a sense of belonging on campus.

[Photo] Opinion: Biracial students need more campus resources

by Natalie Trimble
Published March 5, 2024
Analyzing the University’s efforts to repair relationships with Indigenous tribes.

[Photo] Opinion: Land acknowledgments are not enough

by Abiha Kashif
Published February 26, 2024
Despite no plans to eliminate anyone’s job, PEAK’s ambiguous plan has caused concern among employees.

[Photo] PEAK Initiative raises concerns among UMN staff

by Logan Anderson
Published February 26, 2024
MGMT’s latest album is at its best when it steers in an electronic direction.

[Photo] Review: “Loss of Life” by MGMT

by Ethan Lambert
Published February 25, 2024
Is riding the light rail worth the safety risks?

[Photo] Opinion: How safe do you feel when riding the train?

by Claudia Garcia
Published February 25, 2024
Dune: Part Two, Problemista and Love Lies Bleeding are some of the films being released

[Photo] A guide to movies coming out this spring

by Max Mueller
Published February 23, 2024
The game developer made public the decision in a Thursday announcement.

[Photo] EA Sports College Football 25 to block gamers from manually adding players who reject NIL opt-in

by Ryan Kryska - Associated Press
Published February 22, 2024
Trade schools, community colleges and more are available to people of all ages.

[Photo] Opinion: Traditional university programs are overrated

by Natalie Trimble
Published February 22, 2024
Researchers also discovered disparities in race, age and technology in the healthcare industry.

[Photo] UMN researchers unmask inequities in healthcare

by Emma Walytka
Published February 21, 2024
Gender diversity has been higher since 2000 than the Board of Regents nominations from starting in 1900.

[Photo] Representational history of the Board of Regents

by Sam Hill and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published February 22, 2024
Paramore’s impact reaches far beyond their historic Grammy win this year.

[Photo] Starting a “Riot!”: How contemporary Twin Cities rock bands are pushing gender boundaries

by Sommer Wagen
Published February 20, 2024
When a musician of high status has done wrong, is separating the art from the name the only option we have as fans?

[Photo] Opinion: When do you separate the art from the artist?

by Claudia Garcia
Published February 19, 2024
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