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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Georgia Jensen

Georgia Jensen, Campus Activities Editor

Georgia Jensen is a third-year student at the University of Minnesota, double-majoring in journalism and political science. She is a campus activities senior staff reporter. This is her third semester working at the Daily, and is very excited to be a part of the Daily community!

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Without an estimated $9 million for permanent bridge installations, the University said no progress will be made.

UMN bridge safety updates stall amidst jurisdictional, fundraising concerns

by Sam Hill and Georgia Jensen
Published November 20, 2024
The UMN CLA Assembly passed a vote of no confidence June 24.

Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies director search pause raises academic freedom concerns

by Georgia Jensen
Published August 12, 2024
The group of engineers was led by UMN professor Ognjen Ilic. Image Courtesy of Ognjen Ilic.

UMN engineers launch state flag into space

by Georgia Jensen
Published August 3, 2024
The network of more than 100 researchers spans 60 sites in 18 countries.

UMN hosts inaugural meeting of global change researchers from around the world

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 31, 2024
UMN releases roadmap outlining ways to prevent spread of Nipah virus

UMN releases roadmap outlining ways to prevent spread of Nipah virus

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 31, 2024
Seven out of 17 UMN colleges have experienced dean turnover since 2021.

Dean turnover and how UMN combats it

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 30, 2024
Rhama Ali and Clara Junemann were elected in March and will begin their first academic year as USG president and vice president this fall.

Undergraduate Student Government on summer work and academic year goals

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 30, 2024
The course will be taught by Perry Hackett, Mary MacCarthy and Anne Cohen.

New course at UMN teaches students how to start biotech companies

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 25, 2024
Each counseling experience is uniquely tailored to the student seeking care.

UMN counseling services provide options for struggling students

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 25, 2024
Research is funded by the UMN Minnesota Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Pests Center. Image courtesy of Dean Malvick and UMN Plant Pathology

UMN scientists make breakthrough in tar spot pathogen research

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 25, 2024
The Board unanimously approved the recommendation by the Eastcliff Task Force at a special meeting July 22.

UMN Board of Regents approves recommendation on Eastcliff Mansion

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 23, 2024
University of Minnesota Social Sciences Building captured on West Bank Thursday, July 18.

UMN Board of Regents endorse search postponement for Center of Holocaust and Genocide Studies director

by Georgia Jensen and Bianca Caputo
Published July 22, 2024
Nature of Life instructors wait for the students to arrive. Image courtesy of Nature of Life.

Nature of Life at Itasca welcomes CBS students for over 20 years

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 9, 2024
Orientation leaders have detailed schedules to ensure incoming students know the ins and outs of campus while also saving time for community building. Courtesy of UMN Orientation and Transition Services.

UMN orientation leaders instill community in incoming students

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 2, 2024
The program was launched in September 2022 and received positive feedback.

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

by Georgia Jensen
Published July 1, 2024
Until a new name is found, the building will be referred to by its address, 216 Pillsbury.

UMN Board of Regents revokes honorary naming of Nicholson Hall

by Georgia Jensen and Tyler Church
Published June 28, 2024
The Community of Chemistry Graduate Students hosts regular events including coffee hours and group runs.

Chemistry graduate student group helps foster community

by Georgia Jensen
Published June 16, 2024
Classes for the UMN summer session began June 3.

UMN summer session begins

by Georgia Jensen
Published June 7, 2024
The University of Minnesota campus gates on East Bank, Nov. 12, 2022. Murali cited personal and mental health reasons for his resignation.

Allegations of sexual harassment filed against former Undergraduate Student Government President

by Georgia Jensen
Published May 15, 2024
COGS hopes to continue many of the same advocacy efforts next year.

UMN Council of Graduate Students reflects on 2023-24 academic year

by Georgia Jensen
Published April 30, 2024
Sally’s Saloon recently renovated a section of their building on Wednesday. The renovation includes a new large TV and a bar. The expansion was finalized at the beginning of the month.

Sally’s Saloon opens new expansion

by Sophie Eydis and Georgia Jensen
Published April 24, 2024
The University of Minnesota campus gates on East Bank, Nov. 12, 2022. Murali cited personal and mental health reasons for his resignation.

Shashank Murali resigns as Undergraduate Student Government president

by Georgia Jensen
Published April 1, 2024
Rahma Ali and Clara Jünemann were elected as UMN Undergraduate Student Government president and vice president.

2024 UMN campus election voting results announced

by Georgia Jensen
Published March 27, 2024
Ballot results will be formally announced on Wednesday.

Q&A with 2024-25 USG presidential, vice presidential candidates

by Georgia Jensen
Published March 25, 2024
Groups need 1,000 petition signatures to get their questions on the ballot.

UMN student groups petition to make their issues heard in campus elections

by Georgia Jensen
Published March 20, 2024
The program has grown each year since its founding in 2021.

UMN Sexual Assault Prevention Advocates begin recruiting efforts

by Georgia Jensen
Published March 11, 2024
A UMPD police officer on Northrop Mall on Feb. 1, 2024. Though UMPD would like to do more, Clark said its staff is already “stretched pretty thin.”

Department of Public Safety gives spring campus safety update

by Georgia Jensen
Published March 10, 2024
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
In the future, the Committee hopes to provide a “break-even” on-campus grocery store.

New USG committee aims to tackle food insecurity on campus

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 28, 2024
A UMPD police officer on Northrop Mall on Feb. 1, 2024. DPS will likely cover crime statistics and trends on campus in its presentation.

UMN DPS prepares to give spring public safety update

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 26, 2024
A UMPD police officer on the mall on Feb. 1, 2024. There are no known victims or property damage resulting from the incident on Saturday.

Police investigating shots fired near Sanford Residence Hall

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 25, 2024
Interim-President Jeffrey Ettinger at a University of Minnesota Board of Regents special meeting on Monday June 26, 2023.

Undergraduate Student Government gives input on presidential search update

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 8, 2024
Regent Mary Turner addresses USG forum body on Tuesday, Feb. 6.

UMN regent speaks with Undergraduate Student Government

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 7, 2024
UMN students named in annual Top 50 Most Promising Multicultural Students

UMN students named in annual Top 50 Most Promising Multicultural Students

by Georgia Jensen and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published February 6, 2024
Frontier Hall on Monday, Nov. 8 2021.

Despite residence hall break-in, UMN administration confident about safety measures

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 1, 2024
Although the festival is just under two months away, there is a month left to submit applications.

UMN Film Festival provides platform for aspiring filmmakers

by Georgia Jensen
Published January 21, 2024
The ReUse program helps to recycle furnutrie and other items that would otherwise just get thrown away.

UMN ReUse Program gives donated materials a second life

by Georgia Jensen
Published December 7, 2023
Shashank Murali and Sara Davis were announced next year's USG president and vice president on March 27.

USG leadership speaks on presidential search, student services fees, housing

by Georgia Jensen
Published December 6, 2023
Members of the Gopher football team hold up the axe on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2019, at the football team's indoor practice when the team returned from their win in Madison, Wisconsin.

UMN and Wisconsin students gear up for Axe game

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 24, 2023
The colleges' budget is done in three-year cycles.

CLA Dean and CFO address college budget

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 22, 2023
Individuals gather at CAA's 21st Annual ThanksLiving Potluck on Nov. 18.

Compassionate Action for Animals hosts 21st annual ThanksLiving Potluck

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 19, 2023
This has been the first time the corridor has had public input on its future.

USG drafts letter of support for Twin Cities Boulevard proposal

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 19, 2023
Minnesota is one of 41 states that is suing Meta.

UMN students and faculty weigh in on Meta lawsuit

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 8, 2023
The University of Minnesota’s Disability Resource Center Office in the McNamara Alumni Center on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022.

UMN Disability Resource Center explores new accommodation process

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 7, 2023
The Weisman Art Museum held an early-voting event on Nov. 2.

Early voting pop-up event aims to improve voting accessibility

by Georgia Jensen
Published November 2, 2023
The Undergraduate Student Government office on October 26, 2023 in Coffman Union.

New USG committee aims to resolve technology-related student issues

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 29, 2023
An Indigenous People's Day round dance on Oct 9, 2023.

UMN celebrates first officially recognized Indigenous Peoples’ Day

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 23, 2023
Frat row on University Avenue during this year's homecoming game.

USG and Interfraternity Council join forces for safer Greek life

by Sophie Eydis and Georgia Jensen
Published October 19, 2023
The Carlson School of Management on Thursday, June 23, 2022.

UMN Women in Business: empowering tomorrow’s female leaders through connection, support and inspiration

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 18, 2023
The class usually draws a large student following, especially students who are not biology majors.

The phenomenon and impact of BIOL 1003 at UMN

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 10, 2023
Northrop Mall at the University of Minnesota on July 23, 2023, in Minneapolis, Minn.

UMN Landcare Services combats recent drought

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 9, 2023
The intent of the committee won't change, but the Undergraduate Student Government wanted to show a clearer meaning of what the committee did.

Undergraduate Student Government renames Campus Life Committee

by Georgia Jensen
Published October 5, 2023
Interim President Jeff Ettinger outside Morrill Hall on Sept. 20, 2023.

Student governance groups hope for greater inclusion in presidential search

by Georgia Jensen
Published September 29, 2023
The Students' Co-op on Tuesday, September 19th.

Students’ Co-Op reopens following 2022 closing

by Georgia Jensen and Amirah Razman
Published September 24, 2023
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