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Freshmen pre-architecture majors Nathan Manske and Lanie Hei taste free samples of non-dairy soy ice cream sandwiches on at the Twin Cities Veg Fest on October 26, 2013 at Coffman Union.

[Photo] U alum who pioneered Twin Cities Veg Fest hopes to tackle animal rights policy

Published October 27, 2016
Minnesota junior Kyler Van Swol competes in the 200-yard butterfly against Wisconsin Oct. 26, 2012 at the University Aquatic Center.

[Photo] Minnesota sweeps weekend in Indiana

Published February 3, 2014
Minnesota forward Oto Osenieks guards North Florida forward Charles McRoy on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Osenieks engaged on, off the court

Published January 29, 2014
A spicy jambalaya with Andouille sausages.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Sausage fest

Published December 5, 2013
Minnesota guard Rachel Banham looks to pass against Purdue on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Banham catches fire in paradise

Published December 2, 2013
A whole roasted chicken stuffed with vegetables.

[Photo] College Kitchen: College chicken

Published November 27, 2013
Minnesota senior Laura Docherty finishes behind North Carolina State's Joanna Thompson in the women's Division I Roy Griak Invitational on Sept. 28 at Les Bolstad Golf Course.

[Photo] Minnesota ends year with 20th-place finish

Published November 25, 2013
Minnesota guard Malik Smith looks for a pass in the game against Montana on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Smith embraces role with Gophers

Published November 19, 2013
Minnesota guard Malik Smith looks for a pass in the game against Montana on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Minnesota stumbles at Nebraska

Published January 27, 2014
Minnesota guard Malik Smith looks for a pass in the game against Montana on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Gophers fall to Michigan State in overtime

Published January 11, 2014
University of North Dakota women's hockey players celebrate after snapping the University of Minnesota women's hockey team's 62-game winning streak.

[Photo] After 62 wins, Gophers fall to North Dakota

Published November 18, 2013
Minnesota guard Maverick Ahanmisi drives the ball against Montana on Tuesday at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Minnesota cruises to 84-58 win over Montana

Published November 13, 2013
Minnesota's Christian Isackson, Travis Boyd, Seth Ambroz, Sam Warning, Ben Marshall and Kyle Rau on Saturday at Mariucci Arena. All six players are juniors on the Gophers men's hockey team and live in a house together.

[Photo] Gophers’ juniors together on and off ice

Published November 6, 2013
Minnesota defenseman Brady Skjei pushes Elliott Harding, a member of the Minnesota Special Hockey team Stingers, around the rink on Saturday at Mariucci Arena. The Hendrinkson Foundation worked with the University to join the men's hockey team with local sled hockey and special hockey teams.

[Photo] Minnesota uses bye to give back

Published November 4, 2013
Freshmen pre-architecture majors Nathan Manske and Lanie Hei taste free samples of non-dairy soy ice cream sandwiches on Saturday at Coffman Union.

[Photo] Veg Fest breaks down misconceptions

Published October 28, 2013
A simple pulled pork taco with homemade salsa.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Braising hell

Published October 24, 2013
A simple stromboli can provide delicious sandwiches for the week and can be filled with various ingredients.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Naked lunch

Published October 17, 2013
University post-doctoral researcher Jeremy Yoder speaks about LGBTQ identity in STEM careers on Tuesday at Jackson Hall.

[Photo] LGBT scientists find varying acceptance in academia, industry

Published October 17, 2013
Minnesota sophomore goalie Amanda Leveille lunges to protect the goal against Wisconsin on Saturday at Ridder Arena.

[Photo] Women survive first test of season, sweep Wisconsin

Published October 14, 2013
Minnesota senior Derek Toomey swims in the men's 100-yard freestyle on Saturday at the University Aquatic Center.

[Photo] Women dominate, men fall to ranked Florida

Published October 14, 2013
Ross Orenstein and Skyler Nowinski rehearse for "Ich Kurbisgeist," an agricultural vengeance play for Halloween on Friday at the Red Eye Theater.

[Photo] Sibyl Kempson’s “Ich, Kürbisgeist” to open at Red Eye Theater

Published October 10, 2013
Minnesota senior Rachel Drake runs in the Roy Griak Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013, at Les Bolstad Golf Course. Drake was nominated for a Rhodes Scholarship.

[Photo] Drake nominated for Rhodes Scholarship

Published October 9, 2013
ForestEthics protesters Sen Holiday, left, and Carrie Feldman hang off a banner attached to the Washington Avenue Bridge in protest to 3M's environmental practices on Monday, Oct. 7, 2013.

[Photo] Activists hang out to protest 3M

Published October 8, 2013
Junior chemical engineering major Joe Amato practices at the Baseline Tennis Center on Monday, Sept. 9, 2013. The facility generated a total of $595,000 in rental income for the athletics department this year, more than any University athletic facility.

[Photo] Baseline Tennis Center brings in rental revenue

Published October 8, 2013
Minnesota senior Derek Toomey swims in the men's 100-yard freestyle against Arizona State on Saturday at the University Aquatic Center. Toomey finished second behind teammate freshman Daryl Turner.

[Photo] First competition of season ends with sweeps

Published October 7, 2013
Sami Pfeffer and Martha Brummitt paddle on the Mississippi River into Boom Island Park on Friday, Oct. 4, 2013. Pfeffer and Brummit, part of the Paddle Forward team, will be paddling down the Mississippi River from Itasca, Minn. to New Orleans, La. while creating a documentary about watershed communities.

[Photo] For film, alumnae travel the river

Published October 7, 2013
Minnesota senior John Simons outruns Brigham Young University's Jason Witt at the finish of the men's Division I Roy Griak Invitational on Saturday at Les Bolstad Golf Course. Simons finished in 6th place.

[Photo] Women take fourth place at Griak

Published September 30, 2013
Participants start the Big Gay Race 5K under the Central Avenue bridge on the St. Anthony Main Street on Saturday.

[Photo] After honeymoon, marriage fight still running

Published September 30, 2013
Minnesota wide receiver KJ Maye avoids a tackle from San Jose State cornerback Bene Benwikere on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at TCF Bank Stadium.

[Photo] Maye emerges as legit offensive threat

Published September 24, 2013
A simple pan-seared pork chop with a salad on the side.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Learn how to cook meat safely

Published September 19, 2013
Sun Mee Chomet rehearses for "How to Be a Korean Woman," a one-woman show written by Chomet in front of the Dowling Studio Theater at the Guthrie Theater on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013.

[Photo] How to be a storyteller

Published September 19, 2013
Fotis Sotiropoulos, civil engineering professor and director of the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory, examines models of the marine and hydrokinetic turbine outside the laboratory Monday with assistant civil engineering professor Michele Guala.

[Photo] U researchers work on NY power

Published September 18, 2013
Dorian McCoy wipes down counters at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers in Stadium Village on Friday.

[Photo] Restaurants, city crack the food code

Published September 18, 2013
Western Illinois wide receiver Lance Lenoir Jr falls after being tackled by the Minnesota gophers on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

Minnesota defensive back Antonio Johnson tackles Western Illinois defensive back Antoine Ford on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

Students cheer for the Gophers against West Illinois on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

Minnesota quarterback Mitch Leidner looks up after losing the ball against Western Illinois on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

Minnesota defensive back Damarius Travis fights for the football against Western Illinois running back Nikko Watson on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

Minnesota running back Williams Rodrick Jr. runs and scores a touchdown against Western Illinois on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

Minnesota running back Williams Rodrick Jr. runs and scores a touchdown against Western Illinois on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium.

[Photo] Gophers beat Western Illinois 29-12

Published September 14, 2013
Sophomore Maggie O'Malley shows her bid card to junior Anna Barton at Bid Day on Monday, Sept. 9, 2013, at TCF Bank Stadium.

[Photo] High greek fees deter some

Published September 12, 2013
General Counsel William Donohue at the McNamara Alumni Center Office of the General Counsel on Friday, Sept. 6, 2013. Donohue replaced Mark Rotenberg, who stepped down this summer after more than 20 years in the position.

[Photo] U’s general counsel spot still in flux

Published September 11, 2013
Assistant city clerk Grace Wachlarowicz explains the voting process to Minneapolis Ward two city council member Cam Gordon at a mock election hosted at City Hall on Friday, Sept. 6, 2013. The mock election let voters try out ranked-choice voting.

[Photo] Mayoral race will test ranked-choice voting

Published September 9, 2013
Continuing education student Stefan Gherghelegiu browses through books Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at the Book House in Dinkytown.

[Photo] Longtime Dinkytown shop finds new home

Published May 8, 2013
Kim Oglesby, from Hudson, Wisc., leads the horse Elderberry through the labyrinth constructed on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at the Leatherdale Equine Center. The "Equusnimity" workshop, led by the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and the University Center for Spirituality & Healing, emphasized personal growth through horse wisdom and walking.

[Photo] Finding balance, peace with horses

Published May 6, 2013
Minnesota rower Becky Kinchen at the Boathouse on Monday, April 29, 2013. Kinchen, a mechanical engineering major, will start a job at Boeing in the summer.

[Photo] Senior to move from boats to planes

Published May 2, 2013
A sweet rhubarb cake with fresh rhubarbs, cake batter, and a crumb topping bottom.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Rhubarbarians

Published May 2, 2013
Minneapolis Ward two city council member Cam Gordon on Monday, April 22, 2013, at City Hall. Gordon is up for re-election in Ward 2.

[Photo] Unopposed, Gordon has ‘time to plan’

Published April 24, 2013
A simple smoothie with peach, yogurt, and honey topped with a dash of cardamom.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Minnesota bites

Published April 18, 2013
A cat munches on snacks at the Dairy Cattle Teaching & Research Facility on St. Paul Campus.

Sheep move around in a feeding barn on the St. Paul Campus.

Global Studies junior Grayson Carr stands in line for Al's Breakfast in Dinkytown. Carr was the first customer in line before the restaurant opened.

Journalism freshman Olivia Kurtz works out on an elliptical machine at the University Recreation Center.

University employee Amy Palmer has her dog Finnegan examined by General Practice Clinician Kristi Flynn at the Veterinary Medical Center on St. Paul Campus.

Thesis candidate Amber Sausen sketches swans at the Bell Museum of Natural History.

Economics junior Ruzaini Mohamad, neuroscience junior Eza Kadir, and economics sophomore Solhi Musa socialize at the Walter Library.

A simple Vietnamese cucumber salad combines fresh herbs with crispy fried shallots.

Jack Stransky shelves books on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Midway Used and Rare Books in St. Paul. Stransky worked at the store along with his parents/

[Photo] Your Guide to St. Paul Used Book Shopping

Published April 11, 2013
Fulton Brewery staff member Justin Janicki serves beer to customers Saturday, April 6, 2013, at the Fulton Brewery Tap Room in Minneapolis.

[Photo] In push for looser laws, local breweries unite

Published April 9, 2013
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.

[Photo] Sustainability symposium features art

Published April 8, 2013
Shannon Wettstein and Patti Cudd of Zeitgeist rehearses "Mikrophonie" on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at Studio Z in St. Paul. A sound collage created with a variety of tools, the piece is centered around one gong.

[Photo] Quartet brings ‘early music’ to life

Published April 4, 2013
The "Hello Rita" pizza at Hello Pizza in Edina, Minn. This restaurant is the second pizza store owned by Ann Kim, the owner of Pizzeria Lola in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Review: Hello Pizza

Published April 4, 2013
Erin Rupp, co-founder of the Beez Kneez.

[Photo] Company bikes honey to local residents, shops

Published March 25, 2013
A traditional Irish boiled dinner of corned beef, potatoes, carrots, and cabbage.

[Photo] College Kitchen: Luck of the Irish

Published March 14, 2013
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.

[Photo] Beefing up cattle counts

Published March 14, 2013
The "Chart Topper" doughnut covered with peanut butter and spicy Sriracha sauce at Glam Doll Donuts on Eat Street in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Of dolls and donuts

Published March 7, 2013
Former Gophers defensive back Michael Carter measures his jump during Pro Day on Monday, March 4, 2013, at the Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex. Several players from the Gophers' 2012 football team went through a series of drills and measurements in front of NFL scouts.

[Photo] Gray headlines Pro Day class

Published March 5, 2013
Juniors Eshaan Rao and Lex Moulopoulos dance at the 12-hour Dance Marathon on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at the McNamara Alumni Center. The event raised money for One Heartland and the Amplatz Children's Hospital.

[Photo] Dance Marathon grows in 3rd year

Published March 4, 2013
Instructor Ed Stern teaches dance steps to the Beginning International Folk Dance class on Friday, Feb. 22, 2013, at the Tapestry Folkdance Center in Minneapolis. Stern teaches ethnic dances from all around the world.

[Photo] Folkin’ Around

Published February 28, 2013
A simple tiramisu with chocolate shavings on top and strawberries on the side.

[Photo] College Kitchen: coffee break

Published February 28, 2013
Minnesota-Morris junior Matt Fredericks meets with Rep. Jay McNamer at the State Office Building on Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, in St. Paul. Students across Minnesota joined Fredericks on the Energy Lobby Day and met with legislatures about renewable energy policies.

[Photo] U students lobby for clean energy

Published February 26, 2013
Minnesota guard Rachel Banham looks to pass against Purdue on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Gophers can’t finish Purdue as Banham struggles in second half

Published February 25, 2013
Rapper Xavier Marquis performs with Gabrielle Samone and Corey Lawson on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, at the Triple Rock Social Club in Minneapolis. Marquis said this may be his last performance as a rapper before switching to indie-rock.

[Photo] Marquis man

Published February 21, 2013
Minnesota defender Mira Jalosuo passes the puck against Bemidji State on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 at Ridder Arena. Jalosuo scored the game-winning goal in overtime Saturday.

[Photo] Gophers’ winning streak survives unlikely scare

Published February 18, 2013
Minnesota forward Michaëlla Riché shoots against Northwestern on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Season continues to slip with upset loss at home

Published February 18, 2013
Members of Ghostbridge Theatre warm up before rehearsing their play "Four Actors in Search of a Moment" on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, at the Fallout Arts Initiative co-op space in Minneapolis. The production was written and directed by Ghostbridge Theater artistic director Jeff Nichols.

For a fun Valentine's Day treat, you can twist challah dough into hearts and treat your loved ones with delicious bread.

[Photo] College Kitchen: sweets for your sweetie

Published February 14, 2013
Minnesota's Derek Toomey swims in the men's 100-yard breaststroke during the Minnesota Challenge on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, at the University Aquatic Center.

[Photo] Toomey, Herrild star as Gophers dominate Minnesota Challenge, prepare for Big Ten meet

Published February 11, 2013
Minnesota center Elliott Eliason takes a rebound away from Illinois forward Nnanna Egwu on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013, at Williams Arena.

[Photo] Skid continues with blown lead at home

Published February 11, 2013
Senior Jaekook Lee and University sign language interpreter Melissa Lund act out case studies during a 40-hour volunteer training session at the Aurora Center on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013, in Scott Hall. This year, the Aurora Center trained a record-high 45 new volunteers.

[Photo] Volunteers train for the Aurora Center

Published February 11, 2013
President Barack Obama speaks for tighter gun control on Feb. 4, 2013, at the Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center.

[Photo] Obama brings gun law platform to Minneapolis

Published February 5, 2013
President Barack Obama speaks for more gun control on Feb. 4, 2013 at the Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center.

President Barack Obama speaks for more gun control on Feb. 4, 2013 at the Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center.

President Barack Obama speaks for more gun control on Feb. 4, 2013 at the Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center.

After his speech for more gun control, President Barack Obama greets members of law regulation on Feb. 4, 2013 at the Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center.

Minnesota forward Amanda Kessel takes the puck against Minnesota Duluth on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, at Ridder Arena.

[Photo] Gophers clinch fastest-ever WCHA title

Published February 4, 2013
Chris Tastad, right, shakes hands with State Rep. Joe Atkins, DFL-Inver Grove Heights, after a meeting at the Minnesota State Office Building on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, in St. Paul.

[Photo] Three students vie for open Board of Regents seat

Published January 31, 2013
This sugary blueberry lemon soup is an ideal hot soup for skiers and is filled with spices.

[Photo] College kitchen: strange soups

Published January 31, 2013
Minnesota head coach Tubby Smith yells out to his players on the court at the game against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota guard Austin Hollins (20) grabs the ball away from Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota forward Trevor Mbakwe (32) heads towards the hoop to goal against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota guard Austin Hollins (20) scores a dunk against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota guard Joe Coleman (11) heads to score against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota guard Austin Hollins (20) shoots a goal in against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota center Eliott Eliason (55) grabs the ball against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota head coach Tubby Smith talks to the referee at the game against Nebraska on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota guard Julian Welch (00) dribbles past Nebraska guard Shavon Shields on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Nebraska forward Brandon Ubel scores a layup against Minnesota on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Nebraska guard Dylan Talley searches for a teammate to pass to against Minnesota on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota guard Joe Coleman (11) passes Nebraska guard Dylan Talley and heads toward the hoop on Jan. 29, 2013 at Williams Arena.

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