About 48 hours after allegations of academic fraud in the University's basketball team hit the newsstands, University President Mark Yudof sat before state lawmakers, reassuring them of the school's academic...

As a deacon in the Roman Catholic Church, LeRoy Stumpf travelled to Guatemala and taught peasants how to farm and build houses; now University officials hope the state senator will be as benevolent toward...

Editors note: This story is the first of two profiles on the leaders of the higher education committees at the state Legislature. Tomorrow's story will examine how Sen. LeRoy Stumpf, DFL-Thief River Falls,...

In a sharp contrast to past years, state legislators didn't flinch as University officials asked for the astronomical sum of $1.2 billion Tuesday morning. University President Mark Yudof presented the...

Dave Cullen graduated two years ago with a sociology degree from the University, thanks in part to the Montgomery GI Bill. Now a recruiter for the National Guard, Cullen said the majority of his recruits...

Staff Reporter Professionals in wool-blend suits and dresses milled around the high-class Bistro West campus restaurant, busting out day planners to pencil each other in at a recent reception for a visiting...

Several state legislators called for University Regent Michael O'Keefe to step down from his position if he becomes commissioner of the state's human services department. Sen. Larry Pogemiller, a Democrat...

Sean Madigan When legislators asked Bob Zajac, a third-year medical student, how long it will take him to pay off his student loans, he didn't flinch, responding: "It will take forever." Zajac testified...

For the second year in a row, University President Mark Yudof is shaping up to be the darling of the state Legislature. In a meeting remarkable for its lack of contention, Yudof asked state legislators...

Jesse Ventura isn't quite what he seems. The college dropout engaged in a public shouting match with student aid activists, showing little empathy for single parents in need of financial aid. But the intimidation...

Complete with a bus ride and box lunches, six state legislators embarked on a bona fide field trip to the University on Wednesday. University officials showcased the Minneapolis campus to the representatives,...

Gov. Jesse Ventura came face-to-face with a University-produced freak show of genetic engineering Monday morning: "Tiger," a brown and black striped mouse. Tiger, along with a bald mouse created without...

Richard Leppert and his supporting cast want to rebuild the University's film studies program -- and they're not alone. With administrative backing, money from the University's $1.2 billion legislative...

Scott M. Larson A Senate ethics committee implicated a former University dean on Friday as the driving force behind what it called an inappropriate and unethical coverup of a payment to a state senator. The...

Students cheered when Congress passed two federal education tax credits last fall that can save students up to $1,500 -- but that elation is turning to confusion as thousands of University students start...

In light of critical new evidence, University officials are considering whether to reinvestigate a questionable contract between a former University dean and a state senator. Mike Martin, former dean of...

In his latest pick from the University litter, Gov. Jesse Ventura appointed Regent Michael O'Keefe on Thursday to commissioner of human services, the state department that oversees social services programs...

In his State of the Union address Tuesday night, President Clinton declared higher education programs a success and suggested shifting focus to K-12 education initiatives and Social Security. About 50...

Anna Dove, a Redwood High School senior, watched intently on Thursday as a panel of 14 campaign and party leaders rehashed the recent gubernatorial election. As the panelists sparred and jibed, Dove leaned...

A Senate ethics hearing concerning alleged perjury and obstruction of justice involving taped conversations, a woman named Monica and a call for resignation shook the political scene on Wednesday. But...

At the last possible second, an unexpected phone call inculpated a former University agriculture school dean and a state senator in the state Capitol building Wednesday. Mike Martin, former dean of the...

To the surprise of University officials, Gov. Jesse Ventura said he wants to dedicate part of the $6.1 billion tobacco settlement to a medical research endowment at the University. Ventura made the announcement...

Rep. J. Dennis Hastert, R-Ill., took the helm of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday as speaker, but his low-profile personality left higher education officials in the dark about what to expect. Hastert,...

A disgruntled University student held three bookstore employees hostage on the roof of the Social Sciences Building on Friday afternoon after a scuffle over textbook buy-back prices. Penny Les, a psychology...

The higher education community watched with cautious relief as Rep. Bob Livingston, R-La., replaced Newt Gingrich, R-Ga., as speaker of the House, following an election by Republican Congress members on...

While Jesse Ventura shocked the nation with his gubernatorial victory, political experts said he's simply a sign of the times. Ventura's victory made him the most visible success in a national movement...

Students wielding homemade posters and shouting "One-two-three-four, we don't want your racist war," protesters curtailed a speech by former United Nations Ambassador Bill Richardson last winter at the...

Melanie Evans Caught off-guard by Reform Party candidate Jesse Ventura's gubernatorial victory Tuesday night, Republicans and Democrats at opposite ends of the political spectrum expressed an identical...

Six Democrat politicians stood on the bed of a pickup truck at the Superblock on Monday, driving up support for today's election. On the final day before the election, gubernatorial candidate Hubert H....

Higher education topped a debate among the three major candidates for governor Tuesday, as two of the three sharply criticized the only financial aid proposal on the board without offering alternatives. Democrat...

Students in Coffman Union took a break from their lunchtime pizza and sandwiches on Tuesday to chew on some political policy. Bruce Vento, the Democratic incumbent for St. Paul in the House of Representatives,...

Editors note: This is the third of five stories profiling the nine candidates for governor. Thursday's story will look at three minor party candidates. Max Rust Jesse Ventura said he wants to find out...

With eight days remaining until election day, three candidates vying for the state Legislature outnumbered interested constituents at Monday's on-campus debate. Republican candidate Robert Fowler, a second-year...

Editor's Note: This is the second of five articles profiling the nine candidates for governor. Wednesday's story will feature Reform Party candidate Jesse Ventura. Nearly 50 years ago, Skip Humphrey helped...

Editor's note: This is the first of five stories profiling the nine candidates for governor. Tuesday's story will look at Hubert H. "Skip" Humphrey III. As a prominent social activist at Hofstra University...

Melanie Evans Maybe independent candidate for state Legislature Eric Hanson and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Hubert H. "Skip" Humphrey III have the same accountant. Both the mass communication senior...

Editor's note: This story is the second of two profiles on the candidates for state Legislature in District 59B. Next week, the Daily will profile the nine candidates for governor. Senior Eric Hanson said...

Editor's note: This story is the first in a series of three profiles on the candidates for the state Legislature in District 59B. Next week, the Daily will profile the nine candidates for governor. Armed...

The knock at Katie Seitz's residence hall door sparked her curiosity: The College of Liberal Arts freshman wasn't expecting guests. But the strangers at her door didn't ask for money or promote a religion...

Editor's note: More than $400 million is earmarked to build and renovate numerous University facilities over the next several years, thanks to a 1998 capital budget windfall and private donations. This...

Hubert H. "Skip" Humphrey III's running mate delved into the college lifestyle with pizza and pop before revealing his plans to keep college costs down to a group of University students Thursday night. Roger...

While high school seniors sat timidly with their parents in the Office of Admissions Friday morning, Wayne Sigler bounded from family to family, offering Tootsie Pops and a taste of the University. "How...

The winner of Minnesota's race for the governor's seat will determine more than tax levels and new stadiums. He can also lower tuition for University students. The three major candidates following this...

Despite holding similar views on major issues like gun control and juvenile crime, the two candidates for Hennepin County attorney sparred Thursday over job qualifications and fund-raising techniques. Candidates...

An election year means more than just political advertisements and mudslinging by candidates; it also means open doors for students to enter the political stage. From volunteering for a gubernatorial...

University officials expect this year's crop of freshmen to burst the seams of residence halls, landing about 500 students in hotel rooms and study lounges until permanent space opens up. University officials...

Interfering with Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's motorcade landed one University student in jail. Police arrested J Burger, University College senior, for disorderly conduct after he rode his...

Al Wais Layt, College of Liberal Arts junior, gave his professor a start Monday morning -- just by going to class. The political science freshman arrived to his 8 a.m. lecture on time, surprising even...

Taking a break from finals and papers, some University students will hobnob with Democratic Party faithfuls at the state convention starting today in St. Cloud, Minn. Several College Democrats will join...

With no consensus from administrators in sight, University President Mark Yudof recommended that Samuel Schuman become interim chancellor at the Morris campus. The move halts a yearlong search for a permanent...