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Pioneer Hall dorms stand empty on Tuesday, Sep. 1, 2020. Superblock, which includes Frontier, Territorial, Centennial and Pioneer Halls was evacuated March 8 due to a gas odor.

[Photo] Superblock residence halls allow student re-entry following evacuation due to a gas odor

by Hana Ikramuddin
Published March 8, 2021
Northrop Auditorium as seen on April 5, 2015.

[Photo] Lights, wheelchairs and ramps: Northrop performance series takes dancing to new heights

by Meg Bishop
Published December 3, 2020
A bomb threat was reported at TCF Bank Stadium at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12.

[Photo] UMPD resolve bomb threat investigation at TCF Bank Stadium

by Jasmine Snow
Published November 12, 2020
Minnesota forward Nick Bjugstad keeps the puck from Wisconsin forward Nic Kerdiles on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, at Soldier Field in Chicago.

[Photo] Minnesota leads conference in preseason poll

by Julianna Landis
Published November 9, 2020
Gophers football players sit on the sidelines during a game at TCF Bank Stadium on Oct. 3, 2015.

[Photo] Some Gopher football players remain undecided about 2020 return

by Brendan O'Brien, Sports Reporter
Published October 7, 2020
Minnesota forward Nick Bjugstad keeps the puck from Wisconsin forward Nic Kerdiles on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, at Soldier Field in Chicago.

[Photo] Big Ten Announces start date for men’s hockey

by Julianna Landis, Sports Reporter
Published October 6, 2020
A view of the retail spaces available for leasing underneath Wahu apartments on Tuesday, May 30.

[Photo] Prospect Park Association seeks to educate renters and students about their rights

by Lydia Morrell
Published October 5, 2020
A light rail train departs from the Stadium Village station for downtown Minneapolis on Jan. 15, 2017.

[Photo] Changes to light rail prioritize safety, ridership

Published July 6, 2023
University students get on and off the campus connector bus on Tuesday. On December 7, 2017, the campus connectors, along with other metro transit buses, will resume bus service on Washington Avenue for the first time since May 2011.

[Photo] UMN journalism school to be renamed for Hubbard family

Published April 19, 2017
Tanya Bailey from the Animal-Assisted Interaction Programs holds Woodstock, a therapy chicken, Monday, Dec. 9, 2012 at the Learning and Environmental Sciences building in St. Paul. Woodstock

Minnesota's No.10 Scott Schiller won 14-4 against Hofstra's Victor Pozsonyi in the 197 class Friday at the Sports Pavilion. The No. 1 ranked Gophers began their season by defeating Hofstra 32-6.

[Photo] Gophers beat Oregon State

Published December 2, 2013
Minnesota's David Thorn wrestles Northwestern's Dominick Malone on Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, at the Sports Pavilion. Thorn's younger brother, Tommy Thorn, signed a national letter of intent with the Gophers last week.

[Photo] Minnesota signs third Thorn, plus six others

Published November 21, 2013
Gophers defensive back Brock Vereen practices Friday, Aug. 2, 2013, at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex.

[Photo] Claeys steps in, stays the course

Published October 17, 2013
Gophers defensive back Brock Vereen practices Friday, Aug. 2, 2013, at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex.

[Photo] Athletic secondary fuels expectations

Published August 7, 2013
Library volunteer Paul Caspersen organizes shelves at the Southeast Library on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2013, near Dinkytown. When the inspection results of the building, designed by former University architecture professor Ralph Rapson, become public in the fall, the library could stay in its current location or move to a new neighborhood.

[Photo] Southeast Library’s future unclear

Published August 7, 2013
Cornercopia marketing interns horticulture senior Ben Boo, left, and horticulture graduate student Ryan Murphy harvest rainbow chard at the Cornercopia Student Organic Farm on July 16, 2013, on the St. Paul Campus. Boo said the location of the farm in the middle of the St. Paul campus was very empowering to students who still have to work jobs in the city. "They can come to the farm right in the middle of everything and still be part of the University but still get to have that farming experience," he said.

[Photo] Student farm serves community

Published August 7, 2013
University of Minnesota alumnus Antwan "Luv" Harris laughs while celebrating Howard Pulley's Orlando Super Showcase championship Aug. 1 at the High Performance Academy in Eagan, Minn. Harris coached former Gophers players Rodney Williams and Joe Coleman.

[Photo] University alum brings passion to coaching

Published August 7, 2013
Cornercopia marketing interns horticulture senior Ben Boo, left, and horticulture graduate student Ryan Murphy harvest rainbow chard at the Cornercopia Student Organic Farm on July 16, 2013, on the St. Paul Campus. Boo said the location of the farm in the middle of the St. Paul campus was very empowering to students who still have to work jobs in the city. "They can come to the farm right in the middle of everything and still be part of the University but still get to have that farming experience," he said.

Student farm serves community

by Emily Dunker
Published August 7, 2013
during a city council meeting \date\ at Minneapolis City Hall. The re-zoning of the Dinkytown area, which would allow the OPUS development project, was approved in a 9-4 vote.

[Photo] City approves Dinkytown apartment complex

Published August 7, 2013
Al Giraud, left, and fiancé Jeff Isaackson, right, of Minneapolis cheer as Mayor Rybak pronounces Margaret Miles and Cathy ten Broeke legally married August 1, 2013, at Minneapolis City Hall. Isaackson and Giraud became the second legally married same-sex couple in Minnesota immediately afterward.

Mayor R.T. Rybak smiles as the crowd cheers between wedding ceremonies just after midnight on August 1, 2013, at Minneapolis City Hall. Margaret Miles and Cathy ten Broeke, of Minneapolis became the first legally married same-sex couple in Minnesota.

Jeff Isaackson, left, and Al Giraud, of Minneapolis, kiss after Mayor R.T. Rybak pronounces them legally married August 1, 2013, at Minneapolis City Hall. Isaackson and Giraud became the second legally married same-sex couple in Minnesota.

Doris Isaacson, right, mother of Jeff Isaacson, and Doris Qually (SP?), center, mother of Al Giraud, smile as Mayor Rybak begins the wedding ceremony for their sons August 1, 2013, at Minneapolis City Hall. Isaacson and Giraud became the second legally married same-sex couple in Minnesota immediately afterward.

Jeff Isaacson, left, and his new husband Al Giraud, right, of Minneapolis, display their rings after Mayor R.T. Rybak pronounces them legally married August 1, 2013, at Minneapolis City Hall. Isaacson and Giraud became the second legally married same-sex couple in Minnesota.

Mayor R. T. Rybak, center, talks with John MacClean, right, of the Minneapolis Gay Mens Chorus, August 1, 2013, at Minneapolis City Hall. The chorus has been performing and advocating for marriage equality for years.

Upward Bound Director Minerva Munoz speaks to graduates and members of TRIO's Upward Bound Program at a commencement ceremony celebrating the programs 20th anniversary July 18, 2013, at McNamara Alumni Center.

[Photo] Students, teachers celebrate Upward Bound scholarship

Published July 24, 2013
Economics junior Grant Savage pays Staci Caldow, right, for items at House of Hanson July 20, 2013, in Dinkytown. Smaller grocery stores, such as House of Hanson, are being affected by bigger chain convenience stores such as CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens.

[Photo] Goodbye local, hello corporate

Published July 24, 2013
A sound wall stands between I-94 and Prospect Park homes July 20, 2013, in St. Paul. Proposed sound walls in Marcy-Holmes and Southeast Como have been a source of controversy between residents and MNDOT.

[Photo] University neighborhood residents feel helpless in sound wall fight

Published July 24, 2013
Athletic Director Norwood Teague speaks before the Board of Regents, July 10, 2013, at McNamara Alumni Center.

[Photo] Facilities plan to rely heavily on donors

Published July 17, 2013
Student veteran Zach Benson works on a paper between work and class on July 15, 2013, in the Science Teaching and Student Services building.

[Photo] University nursing school receives grant to treat veterans

Published July 17, 2013
Chef and instructor for the School of Public Health Jason Champagne prepares Red Lake walleye for friends at the Department of Indian Work on July 15, 2013, at the St. Paul Area Council of Churches in St. Paul.

[Photo] Native American students graduate to make change

Published July 17, 2013
Blackhawks defenseman and former Gopher hockey player Nick Leddy holds the Stanley Cup on July 12, 2013, at Mariucci Arena. Leddy brought the cup to various locations around the Twins Cities area during his two days with the trophy.

[Photo] Leddy shares Stanley Cup with state

Published July 17, 2013
Former Gopher forward Eric Haula skates during a development camp scrimmage with the Minnesota Wild on July 11, 2013, at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. In April, Haula left the Gophers and signed a two year contract with the Wild.

[Photo] Haula impresses at Wild development camp

Published July 16, 2013
The University of Minnesota Libraries archives hold objects including books, documents and drawings in the climate-controlled "High Bay," which is 80 feet below ground at the Elmer L. Andersen Library on West Bank.

[Photo] The University’s archives and special collections advance with technology

Published July 17, 2013
Supporters march through downtown Minneapolis at a rally responding to Saturday's verdict in the trial of George Zimmerman in the shooting death of Treyvon Martin, July 15, 2013, in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Thousands rally downtown after Zimmerman acquittal

Published July 17, 2013
Author Laura Waterman Wittstock Monday, July 8, 2013, at her home in Southeast Minneapolis. Her book, "We Are Still Here" gives a history of the American Indian Movement, which was founded in Minneapolis in the 1960s. JOE SENDING SOMETHING

[Photo] "We Are Still Here" chronicles American Indian Movement

Published July 10, 2013
Physics professor Tim Lodge in his office Monday, July 8, 2013, in Smith Hall. Professor Lodge and Professor Stephen Polanksy were both awarded a Regent Professorship in June.

[Photo] New regents profs plan future research

Published July 10, 2013
Wisconsin Playground guard Rashad Vaughn plays at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League tournament Sunday, May 26, 2013, at the High Performance Academy in Eagan, Minn.

[Photo] Vaughn chooses Findlay Prep for senior season

Published July 10, 2013
Construction crews work on the site located on the 2700 block of 4th St SE Monday, July 8, 2013, in Prospect Park. While some residents hope new construction will bring more businesses, many students are looking for lower cost housing.

[Photo] Prospect Park avoiding student development, attracting businesses

Published July 10, 2013
President Kaler in his office Monday, July 8, 2013, in Morrill Hall.

[Photo] Kaler talks China, DOMA

Published July 10, 2013
English and literature graduate teaching assistant Katie Sisneros compares Chaucer and Beowulf with her Historical Survey of British Literature class on July 1, 2013, in Follwell Hall.

[Photo] In CLA dean transition, liberal arts must defend themselves

Published July 3, 2013
A couple shows off their rings in the Pride Parade on June 30, 2013, in Minneapolis. Many same-sex couples in Minnesota will be affected by the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act by the Supreme Court and the passing of a marriage equality bill in Minnesota.

[Photo] DOMA ruling brings changes to the University

Published July 3, 2013
Pastor Lowell Busman speaks to the congregation on June 30, 2013, at Stadium Village Church in Minneapolis.

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Wisconsin Playground Elite guard Rashad Vaughn plays at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League tournament Sunday, May 26, 2013, at the High Performance Academy in Eagan, Minn.

[Photo] Vaughn chooses prep school, keeps Gophers in the mix

Published June 26, 2013
Jim Kolles, left, and Erica Krumm together make up Minneapolis band Oaks.

[Photo] Local band Oaks release "Field Beat"

Published June 26, 2013
Bioproduct marketing and management junior Drew Swanson, left, and global studies senior Phil Kelly prepare to silk screen their logo onto a board at TurtleKing Workshop Friday, April 26, 2013, in Minneapolis. The TurtleKing co-founders have partnered with the Cedar-Riverside Youth Council and the Minneapolis STEP-UP program to teach local youth how to design, build and sell longboards.

[Photo] Students build boards, community

Published June 26, 2013
New Minnesota men's basketball head coach Richard Pitino talks to Gopher fans about getting to know his team during a stop along the Gopher Road Trip: Chalk Talk press tour on June 17, 2013, in Willmar, Minnesota.

[Photo] Gophers' road trip shows statewide support

Published June 18, 2013
President Eric Kaler addresses the Board of Regents June 14, 2013, at McNamara Alumni Center.

[Photo] Despite freeze, fees increase

Published June 19, 2013
Former Gopher Stephanie Price runs around Lake Calhoun on June 17, 2013, in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Ex-running star dreams bigger

Published June 19, 2013
Minneapolis teacher Jen Arzayus, left, and lead editor Zane Spang explain the process of shooting and editing a documentary on Thursday, June 6, 2013, at Arzayus's Minneapolis home. Her documentary "White Cactus" follows the story of her relationship and reunion with her father, a former Columbian drug lord.

[Photo] “White Cactus” and white lies

Published June 12, 2013
Minnesota Gopher and Rochester Honkers catcher Matt Halloran, right, waits out a rain delay during a Northwoods League game on Sunday June 9, 2013, at Mayo Field in Rochester. The Northwoods League is a collegiate summer baseball league for NCAA eligible players.

[Photo] Gophers begin life in the Northwoods

Published June 12, 2013
The all-night art festival Northern Spark stationed itself in downtown St. Paul this year, featuring artistic events such as a burning house, a graffiti tunnel and an acoustic choir.

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Northern Spark 2013

Northern Spark 2013

Minneapolis massage therapist Courtney Johnson tans Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at Darque Tan. Despite known risks, tanning is still popular, especially among young adults.

[Photo] New tanning salon opens in Dinkytown

Published June 5, 2013
Minneapolis mayoral candidates former Hennepin County Commissioner Mark Andrew, City Council members Gary Schiff, Don Samuels, and Betsy Hodges, and former City Council President Jackie Cherryhomes listen to an introductionat a forum hosted by the Somali DFL caucus May 31, 2013, at Safari Restaurant in Minneapolis. The DFL party will choose a mayoral candidate at the city DFL convention June 15.

[Photo] Somalis raise their civic voice

Published June 5, 2013
Executive Director of Parking and Transportation Services Bob Baker discuses details of the transition with assistant director of finance Dennis Miller May 30, 2013 in the Transportation and Safety Building. Baker, who instituted programs like the UPass, is retiring in early June after 40 years with the University.

[Photo] University’s transportation man calls it a career

Published June 5, 2013
Chemistry professor Christopher Cramer demonstrates example slides from his Statistical Molecular Thermodynamics MOOC course Thursday, May 23, 2013, in the Digital Media studio in Walter Library.

[Photo] What’s it take to make a MOOC? Hundreds of hours, no pay

Published May 29, 2013
Labs in Keller Hall serve engineering student groups such as Innovative Engineers throughout the year.

[Photo] Engineering and design students partner up to redesign lab space

Published May 29, 2013
Minnesota catcher Mark Tatera dives back toward first base on May 24, 2013, during the Big Ten Tournament at Target Field.

[Photo] Big Ten emerges as baseball force

Published May 28, 2013
Minnesota catcher Mark Tatera dives back toward first base on May 24, 2013, during the Big Ten Tournament at Target Field.

[Photo] Improved Big Ten emerges as force on the diamond

Published May 29, 2013
Casablanca hair design owner Abdulhad Batal cuts the hair of Cultural Studies & Comparative Literature Studies lecturer and 10 year customer Imed Labidi. Casablanca, which opened in Dinkytown 15 years ago, would be affected by the Opus development and the delay over Dinkytown environmental concerns.

[Photo] Businesses, community groups fight Dinkytown rezone for development

Published May 29, 2013
Minnesota pitcher DJ Snelten pitches to Indiana May 23, 2013 at Target Field.

[Photo] Gophers fall to Indiana in Big Ten tournament

Published May 23, 2013
Minnesota infielder Troy Larson hits a foul ball Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the Metrodome.

[Photo] Team ends nonconference schedule with close loss

Published May 9, 2013
Deputy General Counsel William Donohue poses in the McNamara Alumni Center Office of the General Counsel. Donohue will replace Mark Rotenberg, who will step down this month after more than 20 years as general counsel.

[Photo] Donohue tapped as interim General Counsel

Published May 6, 2013
Architecture junior Jordan Dalluge lifts Monday, May 6, 2013, at the University Recreational Center. Dalluge has been training since September for the Mr. & Ms. Natural Minnesota Bodybuilding show in Bloomington on May 11.

[Photo] U student Dalluge shows balance as bodybuilder

Published May 7, 2013
Minneapolis lawyer and city council candidate Jacon Frey speaks after accepting to DFL endorsement Saturday, May 4, 2013, at De La Salle High School. His opponent, Ward 3 incumbent Diane Hofstede, withdrew her name from the endorsement during the convention, but both candidates will continue to campaign for the city council position.

[Photo] Frey wins DFL nod for University area seat

Published May 6, 2013
Minnesota infielder Ryan Abrahamson takes a pitch Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the Metrodome.

[Photo] Gophers take 2 of 3 in final road series

Published May 6, 2013
University of Minnesota General Council Mark Rotenberg in his office Thursday, April 18, 2013, at Macnamura Alumni Center.

[Photo] On the front line

Published May 2, 2013
Minnesota outfielder Troy Larson hits a foul ball Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the Metrodome.

Midwest Regional Bicycle Safety Summit attendees set out on a bicycle tour around Minneapolis on Monday, April 29, 2013, outside the Commons Hotel.

[Photo] Mpls. summit promotes bike safety

Published April 30, 2013
Global studies freshman Lee Anne Mills speaks on behalf of La Raza Student Cultural Center to Vice Provost of Student Affairs and Dean of Students Jerry Rinehart during a public hearing Thursday, April 25, 2013, at Coffman Union.

[Photo] Amid fees requests, Graduate and Professional Student Assembly asks for a cut

Published April 29, 2013
College of Liberal Arts Dean James Parente in his office Monday, April 22, 2013, in Johnston Hall. In March, after 13 years as associate dean of faculty and research, interim dean, and dean of CLA, Parente announced he will leave his position to return to teaching in the Department of German, Scandinavian, and Dutch.

[Photo] Dean returns to teaching

Published April 24, 2013
Left to Right: Phillip Nelson, Chris Steveler and Mitch Leidner practice with the team Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex.

[Photo] Offense focuses on play-action pass

Published April 24, 2013
Gophers assistant women's tennis coach Whitney Taney cheers on her players Friday, April 19, 2013, at the Baseline Tennis Center. Taney, who went 166-0 during her career at Edina High School, was promoted to assistant coach this season.

[Photo] Assistant brings hometown swagger back to the Gophers

Published April 23, 2013
Minneapolis resident Richard Chasse has a beer and dinner Sunday, April 21, 2013, at Burrito Loco. A policy change could affect the food-to-alcohol revenue ratio required for local businesses.

[Photo] Booze-to-food sales ratio rule could loosen

Published April 23, 2013
Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Actual Wolf's Eric Pollard plays before Trampled by Turtles Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at First Avenue.

Actual Wolf opens for Trampled by Turtles Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at First Avenue. Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at First Avenue. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Trampled by Turtles performs at First Avenue Wednesday, April 17, 2013. The band celebrated their 10 year anniversary with three sold-out shows.

Doron Muravnik returns a ball Friday, April 19, 2013, at Baseline Tennis Center. The Gophers were defeated 6-1 by No. 14 Nebraska.

[Photo] Men roll into postseason

Published April 22, 2013
Members of the Food Coalition, MSA Facilities, Housing and Transit committee, and others looks through coupon pages from Madison Fresh Market Thursday, April 18, 2013, at Coffman Union. The student groups met with Madison Fresh Market Jeff Maurer to discuss possibilities for a grocery store in the new UTEC building, which is scheduled to open in 2014.

[Photo] University of Wisconsin campus grocery could reach Dinkytown

Published April 22, 2013
Head of the BA performance program Luverne Seifert, left, and theater seniors Haley Carneol and Catherine Noble go through a dress rehearsal for Something About a Bear Thursday, April 4, 2013, in the Rarig Center.

Middle East and Islamic Studies senior Luke Johnson lines up a shot during a game of pool at Sporty's Pub and Grill in Como.

Economics senior Matthew Garratt and philosophy senior Jacob Scherber sing karaoke to a song by the Backstreet Boys at Blarney's Irish Pub and Grill in Dinkytown.

Education and Human Development senior Molly Watkins coats the inside of an elephant-shaped tea pot with glaze in Regis Center.

A few lights remain on in the Social Sciences Building.

A man crosses the skyway connecting Carlson School of Management and Hanson Hall at sunrise.

Photography students hang projects under an art installation in Regis Center.

Demolition of the former UTEC Building continues to make way for new housing in Dinkytown.

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