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St. Paul students want in on safety talks

by Hailey Colwell
Published December 11, 2013
Some students say St. Paul isn’t given sufficient attention with University-wide safety issues.

International students skip short visit home

by Hailey Colwell
Published December 10, 2013
Some students feel the limited winter break isn’t worth the trip.

South Africans gather to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s life

by Hailey Colwell
Published December 9, 2013

  Millions of South Africans gathered Sunday at churches, mosques, synagogues and community centers around the country to celebrate Nelson Mandela's life, news sources reported.   “That...

With international voices, Ukraine protests continue

by Hailey Colwell
Published December 5, 2013

International voices spoke of Ukraine's situation as thousands continued to rally Wednesday against the Ukrainian government's decision to reject connections with the European Union and get...

Student groups respond to crime alerts

by Hailey Colwell
Published December 4, 2013
Students warn to be careful about victim blaming when teaching safety.

Student group looks to help first-year commuters

by Hailey Colwell
Published December 2, 2013
Gopher Hall aims to help freshman commuters connect to the University.

Students fast for climate change awareness after typhoon

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 25, 2013
In the wake of Typhoon Haiyan, University students are joining a nationwide effort to raise awareness of climate change.

Kerry defends historic nuclear pact

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 24, 2013

The United States and five other world powers announced an agreement Sunday morning that would temporarily halt Iran's nuclear program and could eventually come to a more permanent agreement, news...

China creates new air defense area in East China Sea

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 24, 2013

China announced Saturday that noncommercial aircraft coming into a large area over the East China Sea must identify themselves to Beijing, news sources reported.  The air defense identification zone...

Student assaulted, robbed in Stadium Village

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 22, 2013
A man allegedly punched the student in the face and stole his backpack, laptop and wallet.
Hmong Minnesota Student Association members, vice president Kue Thao, secretary Shuazong Vang and Jimmy Her, gather in the multi-use space on the second floor of Coffman Memorial Union on Wednesday afternoon. The group had its own space last year but lost it after the floors renovation.

After Coffman renovation, groups adapt

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 21, 2013
Seventeen groups who lost space are staying in Coffman and face space issues.

Groups take on typhoon relief

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 19, 2013
Students are raising funds to help Filipino communities get back on their feet.

Tornadoes, severe thunderstorms strike Midwest

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 18, 2013

Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms tore through several Midwest cities Sunday afternoon, damaging multiple central Illinois communities and killing at least five people, news sources reported.   Dozens...

International aid reaches storm-hit Philippines

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 17, 2013

Aid from multiple countries began to trickle into the hardest-hit areas of the Philippines, which was struck on November 8 by Typhoon Haiyan, killing thousands of people on the islands, news sources reported.   The...

Some students, alumni and groups shun nuclear

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 14, 2013
Despite a recent push for nuclear power, some prefer investment in renewable energy.
Established in 1958 by the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences, the Landscape Arboretum is the largest public garden in the Upper Midwest. It displays gardens, woods, prairies and plant collections.

A worldwide footprint

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 12, 2013
The University system owns land for various uses across the state, nation and world.

Returning students face challenges, advantages

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 12, 2013
Non-traditional students bring a different view to the classroom.

Magnitude 5.5 earthquake hits Tokyo area

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 10, 2013

An earthquake with an initial magnitude reading of 5.5 hit eastern Japan, including the Tokyo area, on Sunday morning, news sources reported. There were no immediate reports of damage or abnormalities...

The University of Minnesotas Cloquet Forestry Center is on land that an 1854 treaty granted to the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. The centers No trespassing signs, which caused some conflict with the tribe, were taken down in early October.

U, tribe connect over land dispute

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 7, 2013
A research center limited tribe members’ use of reservation land.

Al-Madinah acts as mentor

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 4, 2013
The Muslim student group is helping smaller organizations get on their feet.

Climate scientists call for safer nuclear power

by Hailey Colwell
Published November 3, 2013

Some of the world's top environmental scientists are calling for safer nuclear power as a way to minimize fossil fuel use, news sources reported.   Climate and energy experts James Hansen, Ken...

Nice Ride Minnesota ramps up plans for 2014

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 28, 2013

Even as Nice Ride closes on a record season, the company plans for 2014, news sources reported.   “We’re looking forward to 2014," Nice Ride spokesman Anthony Ongaro said, adding...

Officials confirm Mandy Matula’s remains

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 28, 2013

The remains of 24-year-old Mandy Matula of Eden Prairie, who disappeared in May, were found in Stearns County on Saturday, news sources reported.   Eden Prairie Police said a hiker discovered her...

University students Austin Kedrowski, Kassi Vickerman, Matthew Ogbeifun and Tarek Abdelkhalig review video footage from a G-Eazy concert at the Roy Wilkins conference room on Wednesday.

Students to rebuild broadcast scene

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 24, 2013
Two groups are aiming to give University students broadcast experience.

Groups try to branch out

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 22, 2013
Student groups on Coffman’s second floor want to expand their reach.

JPMorgan Chase, Justice Dept. approach $13 billion deal

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 20, 2013

Banking giant JPMorgan Chase is moving closer to a $13 billion settlement with the Justice Department over its mortgage practices, news sources reported.  The tentative agreement comes after weeks...

Seniors Stephanie Zadora and Laura Serrano place flags in the ground for La Raza Student Cultural Center and the American Indian Student Cultural Centers Anti-Columbus Day, Monday at Coffman Union.

Students stake a claim

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 15, 2013
On “Anti-Columbus Day,” student groups raised awareness of the holiday’s checkered origins.

Nobel Peace Prize goes to anti-chemical weapons agency

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 13, 2013

The Nobel Peace Prize has put the Syria conflict back in the global eye, news sources reported. The prize was awarded Friday in Oslo, Norway, to to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical...

Congress morale low after House Republicans’ talks with White House fail

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 13, 2013

Congress members' third consecutive working Saturday of the government shutdown ended in foul moods as negotiations continued with no end in sight, news sources reported. Senators Harry Reid and...

U supports rural majors

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 10, 2013
Students say the U’s urban campus has enough resources for nature-centric majors.

Pesticides killed bees, analysis shows

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 8, 2013
An investigation revealed pesticides are to blame for local bee deaths.

Clashes and rival demonstrations leave at least 28 dead in Egypt

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 6, 2013

  At least 28 people have been killed and dozens have been injured in Egypt Sunday after clashes between security forces and supporters of the ousted President Mohamed Morsi, news sources reported.   More...

Crowd of 2,000 rallies for immigration reform

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 6, 2013

  Nearly 2,000 people representing Minnesota's business, labor, faith, education and immigrant communities came together Saturday to call on Congress to pass immigration reform, news sources reported.   Rally...

Students seek marrow donors

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 3, 2013
A student group is clearing up misconceptions about donating bone marrow.

Group reunites U employees of color

by Hailey Colwell
Published October 1, 2013
After decades, the Black Faculty and Staff Association re-formed in May.

MNO musicians: Proposed contract ‘artistically unsustainable’

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 29, 2013

  Minnesota Orchestra musicians unanimously rejected the latest contract offering from their managers Saturday, saying the proposal is "artistically unsustainable" and will do long-term...

Iranian Pres. returns to cheers, jeers

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 29, 2013

  Iranian President Hassan Rowhani returned to Tehran from New York Saturday after a United Nations trip that culminated in a historic phone conversation with Barack Obama to a mixture of cheers and...

Three vie for GLBTA spot

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 25, 2013
GLBTA Programs Office director candidates finished public presentations Monday.

University expands international efforts

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 23, 2013
The University joined 20 schools to recruit international students.

House passes plan to cut funds from ACA

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 21, 2013

  The House passed a spending bill Friday to keep the government funded past Sept. 30 that also slashes funding from President Barack Obama's health care law, news sources reported.   The...

U teams up with Colombian universities

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 18, 2013
The U law school will work with Colombian students to fight for human rights.
Bee Squad coordinator Becky Masterman checks on bees in a hive located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Minneapolis on Sunday. Masterman said that increased amount of dead bees is a recent issue, specifically in the Kenwood neighborhood.

U investigates sudden slew of bee deaths

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 16, 2013
Researchers from the U’s Bee Lab suspect pesticides are responsible.

U.S., Russia agree to destroy Syria’s chemical weapons

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 16, 2013

The United States and Russia made a deal Saturday to destroy Syria's stockpile of chemical weapons by mid-2014, news sources reported. Syria must give up information about its weapons arsenal within...

Junior Miguel Jimenez studies at the La Raza Student Cultural Centers office in Coffman Union on Friday afternoon in front of the only mural left from the student groups previous office space. Student groups with offices on the second floor of Coffman were not able to preserve the murals after the buildings second-floor renovation and were restricted in how they personalize their spaces.

Groups mourn lost murals in Coffman

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 11, 2013
Coffman’s second-floor renovation has left student groups with blank walls.

Obama delays vote on Syria

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 11, 2013

President Barack Obama said Tuesday that he asked Congress to postpone a vote on legislation that would allow the use of U.S. military force in Syria, news sources reported.  He said he would look...

Second year PSEO student and high school senior Brandon Luu, center, fills up water balloons with other members of their student group as a part of Asian-American Student Unions picnic, Friday afternoon outside Comstock Hall. Luu was introduced to AASU by a family member and is now an outreach officer for the student group.

Groups connect PSEO students to campus

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 10, 2013
Many clubs and cultural centers welcome high school members.

Egypt deemed unsafe for student travel

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 5, 2013
Students studying abroad have been evacuated from Cairo in the past.
Suhaib Elkholy holds a political cartoon on a poster in protest, Friday afternoon downtown Minneapolis.

‘Egypt, Egypt, hear our voice’

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 3, 2013
Students gathered downtown Friday to raise awareness of ongoing violence in Egypt.
Sophomore Kevin Ward, left, and sophomore Emily Myers, right, take a break from their Welcome Week duties Thursday morning in the new office for the student group Commuter Connection, located in Coffman Union. Their student group regained an office on Coffmans second floor after the summer renovation.

Groups return to remodeled Coffman

by Hailey Colwell
Published September 3, 2013
Selected groups are moving back into remodeled office spaces.
A sale at University Lutheran Church of Hope sells gently used household items to University of Minnesota students and community members on Saturday. The church, located in the Marcy-Holmes neighborhood, hosted live music and served food throughout the day.

After remodel, student groups return to Coffman’s second floor

by Hailey Colwell
Published August 30, 2013

After a summer-long remodeling project, 12 selected student groups and cultural centers are moving back into Coffman Union’s second floor this week. The remodel, which began in 2010 as an effort...

As health care costs increase, University employees try to save

by Hailey Colwell
Published August 7, 2013
The University is offering premium reductions using a point system.
Steff Yorek visits her partner Jess Sundin during one of her treatments at the Phillips Wangensteen Building on East Bank, Tuesday morning. Formally married in Washington, their marriage will be legally recognized in Minnesota on August 1st.

U lifts tax on same-sex marriage benefits

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 31, 2013
Starting Aug. 1, University employees with same-sex spouses will no longer have to pay an extra tax on their benefits plan.
Steff Yorek visits her partner Jess Sundin during one of her treatments at the Phillips Wangensteen Building on East Bank, Tuesday morning. Formally married in Washington, their marriage will be legally recognized in Minnesota on August 1st.

With DOMA down, tax lifted for U employees with domestic partner

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 31, 2013
The U is awaiting updated federal and state regulations to adjust benefits for LGBT employees.
Brian Buhr, recently named interim dean of the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Science, stands with current Dean Allen Levine outside St. Paul Campus Haecker Hall on Monday July 22nd, 2013.

In transition, interim deans take the reins

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 24, 2013
The University’s two interim deans see themselves as more than just caretakers.
Accounts Specialist Anh Pham in her office on Tuesday July 23rd, 2013. Under the proposed changes to the Universitys healthcare plan, Pham would have to pay more for the speciality care she and her husband need.

As U preps for Affordable Care Act, faculty and staff worry

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 24, 2013
Some say the plan will be too costly for University employees.
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.

The University’s archives and special collections advance with technology

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 17, 2013
Technology is enhancing the research process, but the archives are staying strong in paper form.

As the University goes paperless, some employees are left behind

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 17, 2013
The University gives out fewer paper paychecks and job applications.

Profs want University to rethink course approval process

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 10, 2013
Some say the process is too long and competition for enrollment pits departments against each other.
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.

New regents profs plan future research

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 10, 2013
Tim Lodge and Steve Polasky were named Regents Professors in June.
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.

In CLA dean transition, liberal arts must defend themselves

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 3, 2013
Some students choose majors based on job prospects, others on their passions.
Sophomore animal science major and research assistant Andrew Hetke carries a hose through the Dairy Barn on St. Paul Campus Monday, July 1, 2013.

In U’s hottest jobs, employees keep safety in mind

by Hailey Colwell
Published July 1, 2013
Regardless of job duties, faculty, staff and students who work outside attend safety tutorials, drink lots of water and protect their skin from the sun.

Minneapolis City Council to hold hearings on forming municipal utility

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 29, 2013

  The Minneapolis City council voted Friday to hold public hearings on forming a municipal utility — which would mean cutting the city’s ties with Xcel Energy Inc. and CenterPoint Energy. These...

DOMA, Prop 8 Supreme Court rulings prompt rections from around the web

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 26, 2013

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University Honors Program cap prompts mixed feelings for students

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 26, 2013
The University only lets 10 to 15 percent of a class graduate with Latin honors or disinction.

Faculty say U discourages community-engaged research

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 26, 2013
Some say the University has asked them to pursue more lucrative research options, in what may be a violation of faculty members' academic freedom.

Faculty aim to standardize program reviews

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 19, 2013
A team of faculty members are developing guidelines for an external program evaluation.

Individualized degrees teach students to market skills, selves

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 19, 2013
Fewer than 450 students are pursuing individualized degrees at the U.

Unions to appeal layoffs before Regents meet

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 13, 2013

Before the Board of Regents meets Friday morning to vote on the University of Minnesota’s 2014 operating budget, representatives from the University’s clerical and technical workers’...

Professor Tom Stinson explains process of filing state reports at his office in St. Paul on Thursday, June 6, 2013.

U econ professor steps down as state economist

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 12, 2013
After 30 years in his position, Tom Stinson will focus on teaching and research.

Unions appeal OIT employee layoffs

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 12, 2013
Union reps. say the jobs were vital, and the layoffs were mishandled.
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.

University’s transportation man calls it a career

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 5, 2013
After 39 years, PTS Director Bob Baker will retire June 7.

U reassesses lecturers’ health benefits

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 5, 2013
The Affordable Care Act may change a handful of University of Minnesota lecturers’ health care eligibility.

CFANS Dean Allen Levine to step down

by Hailey Colwell
Published June 4, 2013

After seven years as dean of the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences, Allen Levine announced Tuesday that he plans to step down at the end of August. Levine...

Newly announced Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Danita Brown will replace Jerry Rinehart beginning July 31st.

New vice provost balances marriage, moving with new job

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 29, 2013
Danita Brown of Purdue will replace Jerry Rinehart July 31.

IT employees question job reclassifications

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 29, 2013
The project is meant to better define job duties and pay ranges.

Parking and Transportation Services Executive Director to retire

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 26, 2013

  After 39 years at the University of Minnesota, Executive Director of Parking and Transportation Services Bob W. Baker announced he will retire in early June.   During his 23-year tenure as...

Recent University graduates Siri Simons and Christy Newell will be biking the length of the Mississippi River from New Orleans to Itasca this summer. Along the way, they will visit a number of different cities and farms so that they can discuss new ideas, educate young people about food, and encourage them to be interested in agriculture and farming.

U grads to bike Miss. River for farms

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 9, 2013
Fresh Forks will spur a community dialogue upstream and downstream.

Students forage St. Paul campus to de-stress

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 8, 2013
The urban foraging tour was part of a de-stressing event from University of Minnesota Libraries.

U Landscape Arboretum to host world’s largest tree hug

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 6, 2013

  On Friday, Minnesotans will attempt to break the world’s tree-hugging record — and on University of Minnesota soil. To celebrate National Public Gardens Day, an annual celebration of...

Klobuchar, panel talk BRAIN Initiative

by Hailey Colwell
Published May 1, 2013
The research effort works to map the brain to prevent and cure diseases.

University groups push for divestment from the fossil fuel industry

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 29, 2013
Student groups have formed to promote the “Fossil Free” movement.
Hundreds rally at the state Capitol to support sustainable energy Monday, April 22, 2013, in St. Paul. University students attended the rally in support of renewable energy bills.

Ralliers pack Capitol for Earth Day

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 23, 2013
Students joined citizens and policymakers to rally for clean energy and jobs.
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.

University of Wisconsin campus grocery could reach Dinkytown

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 22, 2013
Fresh City Market would be a satellite of a similar store at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Animal science junior Emily Boser walks Comet, a llama, down Church Street Tuesday, April 16, 2013, afternoon as a part of Agriculture Awareness Day.

Ag. Day brings St. Paul to East Bank

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 17, 2013
Students used animals to teach everyone about food production.

Every 28 days, going green

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 15, 2013
Every 28 days, going green

U prof travels to Arctic for climate change

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 10, 2013
The North of Sixty expedition will document stories of people affected by climate change.
Director of the Minnesota Senate Information Office Scott Magnuson explains policy procedures to students from CFANS in the Minnesota State Senate Chambers on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at the State Capitol. A new CFANS policy engagement program allows students to learn about the political process as it relates to agriculture and the environment.

CFANS students visit state Capitol

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 8, 2013
The CFANS students met with legislators and learned about the political process.
Architecture senior Alice Yonke and phD student Joey Reid paint with watercolors on sheets on paper on Friday, April 5, 2013, at the Institute on the Environment in St. Paul. Yonke encouraged students to paint their representation of sustainability.

Sustainability symposium features art

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 8, 2013
For the first time, fashion and art were incorporated in the symposium.

Defining the St. Paul student

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 3, 2013
A survey would identify needs of students on the St. Paul campus.

Student art to headline IonE’s Sustainability Symposium

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 1, 2013

To architecture senior Alice Yonke, watercolor paint is a “natural medium.” “You have brushes that are made from animal hair and paints that are made from minerals,” she said. This...

High school student Deqa Mahamoud, right, from Youth Farm in South Minneapolis tries on a beekeeping suit on Friday, March 29, 2013, at Hodson Hall. About 100 high school students visited the St. Paul campus from a variety of different urban farming programs throughout the Twin Cities area.

Youth taste healthy food and higher ed

by Hailey Colwell
Published April 1, 2013
A group aimed to educate high school students about agriculture.

Vet School to honor sustainable dairy farmers

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 27, 2013

To commemorate their work in the dairy industry, the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine will grant Dairy Appreciation Awards to Paul and Barb Liebenstein at the Minnesota Dairy Health...

Marlena Needham of the Minneapolis Energy Options campaign prepares to call Minneapolis residents at the campaigns office Thursday, March 21, 2013. The campaign supports exploring alternative energy resources after the citys contracts with Xcel and CenterPoint Energy expire.

MPIRG’s effort turns to energy for Mpls.

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 27, 2013
The Minneapolis Energy Options campaign explores affordable utilities.

Group discusses state’s environment

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 25, 2013
Students and others worked together to set environmental goals for the state.
Seniors Jacob Achen and Kyle Mathews rub a brown sugar cure on hams at the Meat Lab on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at the Andrew Boss Laboratory/Meat Science building.

Beefing up cattle counts

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 14, 2013
The University of Minnesota Beef Team works to rebuild cattle counts across the state.
University sophomore Christian Boomgaarden and senior Troy Marschall spread ice melt Monday, March 11, 2013, on the Universitys East Bank.

U considers environmental impact in de-icing

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 12, 2013
Ice-melting chlorides damage waterways and cause erosion.

Environmental Congress to outline state climate goals

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 10, 2013

  In an effort to formulate state environmental goals, the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board’s March 15 Environmental Congress will bring together citizens and government officials to discuss...

Students plan to create grocery co-op on campus

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 7, 2013
Dinkytown hasn’t had a full-service grocery store in more than 15 years.
Members of Fossil Free Minnesota discuss their current campaign on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, at STSS. The student groups current campaign aims to make fossil fuel corporations burn less than 565 gigatons of CO2 in order to stay below the 2 degrees celsius of global warming.

Students push for fossil fuel divestment

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 5, 2013
The Board of Regents was asked to divest and freeze new investments.

Renewable energy grants will end

by Hailey Colwell
Published March 5, 2013
The Initiative for Renewable Energy and the Environment grant program is in its final round at the University.

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