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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Noah Liebl

Noah Liebl, Visual Designer

Noah is a Visuals Designer at the MN Daily. A current Graphic Design major at the University of Minnesota, he loves all things art and design. You can often find him crafting, thrifting, playing video games, and hanging out with his cat!

All content by Noah Liebl
Women who run for office pave the way.

[Photo] Opinion: A woman’s place is in the White House

by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published November 18, 2024
Bubbly, gutsy and loaded with flavor, kombucha is a wonderful way to uplift your day.

[Photo] Opinion: Go crazy for kombucha

by Leo Huppke
Published November 14, 2024
Email skills should be part of every high school curriculum.

[Photo] Opinion: The underrated importance of email

by Jasmine Shackleford
Published November 12, 2024
The silent majority comprises Democrats and Republicans alike.

[Photo] Opinion: Why do we fall for partisan politics?

by Vivian Wilson
Published November 10, 2024
The ABCs of the electoral college — apportionment, battlegrounds and the Constitution.

[Photo] Opinion: The electoral college is bad for democracy

by Riley Stern
Published November 5, 2024
From local organizations to students, Minnesotans weigh in on what is bringsing them to the polls.

[Photo] Abortion, gun control and more will decide how Minnesotans vote

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 4, 2024
The instinct to self-preserve can get in the way of truly living.

[Photo] Opinion: Aging is a privilege — we should treat it as such.

by Vivian Wilson
Published November 3, 2024
Visual Caption: Students participate in a coffee-making competition at the end of the semester.

[Photo] UMN coffee class explores the science and art of coffee

by Sophie Eydis
Published October 30, 2024
Both groups offer different things for students who are interested in politics.

[Photo] Partisan and nonpartisan groups aim to get students politically involved

by Avery Vrieze
Published October 28, 2024
Students weigh in on their use of AI.

[Photo] Opinion: The ethics of artificial intelligence in education

by Riley Stern
Published October 28, 2024
The right to abortion and reproductive care is one of the many important issues on the 2024 ballot.

[Photo] Opinion: Vote for abortion rights

by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published October 27, 2024
Students have the ability to vote early on Oct. 22 at Weisman Art Museum.

[Photo] More than the presidency up for grabs in November

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 21, 2024
A University psychologist said the pandemic made people more comfortable being at home even though it may not be the most productive behavior.

[Photo] Pandemic lingers: University students still spend more time at home

by Grace Aigner
Published October 21, 2024
The Minnesota DFL party has represented Minneapolis for a long time at the city, state and federal level despite Republican challengers.

[Photo] Minneapolis Republicans seek to establish themselves

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 20, 2024
The VP candidates found common ground, but their running mates would make very different presidents.

[Photo] Opinion: The VP debate was civil — Trump is not

by Wren Warne-Jacobsen
Published October 20, 2024
The EMBRACE Center will fund nationwide studies on dementia interventions.

[Photo] New EMBRACE Center funds studies on dementia care

by Rachel Hoppe
Published October 16, 2024
Halloween is more like a state of mind when you really think about it.

[Photo] Classic horror films recommended by lovers of the macabre

by Gabriel Brito
Published October 10, 2024
The award was for the Met Council’s work in promoting products that save water.

[Photo] Met Council wins EPA award for water conservation

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 10, 2024
With LGBTQ+-directed hate on the rise, let’s not forget to celebrate the bravery, strength and resilience of the queer community.

[Photo] Opinion: Coming out of the closet

by Leo Huppke
Published October 9, 2024
Faculty respond with criticisms and frustration with administration.

[Photo] UMN administration emails staff protest guidelines

by Mady Leick
Published October 9, 2024
Fishing in Minnesota requires a license.

[Photo] Minneapolis ranked second best city fishing city in Minnesota

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 4, 2024
Chappell Roan has made divisive comments about her relationship with the spotlight.

[Photo] Opinion: Fame is just a job

by Vivian Wilson
Published October 4, 2024
Recent fantasy adaptations have received backlash, as some fans argue that their diverse interpretations are inaccurate to their white source material.

[Photo] Fantasy adaptations feature diverse casts despite backlash

by Sophia Arndt
Published October 2, 2024
The next Poet Laureate will serve for a two-year term.

[Photo] Minneapolis Poet Laureate application open

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 27, 2024
You can’t win without women.

[Photo] Opinion: Girl power — Taylor’s version

by Riley Stern
Published September 24, 2024
While the building provides plenty of essential student resources, much of it is in need of renovation.

[Photo] Opinion: The trouble with Coffman Union

by Leo Huppke
Published September 18, 2024
Can you separate the two?

[Photo] The importance of lyrics and sound in music

by Isabella Caswell
Published September 18, 2024
Due to habitat loss and native plant loss, monarch butterflies are disappearing.

[Photo] Monarch butterfly population decline continues to alarm scientists

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published September 16, 2024
Finding a work-life balance is a personal journey.

[Photo] Twin Cities ranked best in U.S. for work-life balance

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 11, 2024
After a century and a half, international students at UMN say it is not easy to adjust to life on campus.

[Photo] International Student and Scholar Services celebrates 150 years of international students

by Tyler Church
Published September 11, 2024
Many students said they plan to vote for current Vice President Kamala Harris in November.

[Photo] UMN students react to upcoming 2024 presidential election

by Sophie Eydis
Published August 3, 2024
The primary election takes place before the general election in November.

[Photo] Minnesota Primary Primer: Who is on the ballot?

by Mady Leick
Published August 2, 2024
Early voting began on June 28.

[Photo] Key issues impacting the state primary this August

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 30, 2024
Put your headphones on and expand your playlist with these covers.

[Photo] Cover Collab: The best song covers that exist

by Isabella Caswell and Sommer Wagen
Published July 25, 2024
Here is some free therapy.

[Photo] Opinion: Everyone should learn how to self-soothe

by Isabella Caswell
Published July 25, 2024
Having free water at all concerts would make the concert-going experience a little more enjoyable for everyone.

[Photo] Water should be free at all concerts

by Ethan Lambert
Published July 20, 2024
Both climate change and economics could cause an influx of residents to the Midwest in the coming decades.

[Photo] Opinion: The Midwest should be the next California or Texas

by Jasmine Shackleford
Published July 16, 2024
The influence of celebrity culture in politics can be dangerous and misleading.

[Photo] Opinion: Politicians are public servants, not celebrities

by Riley Stern
Published July 9, 2024
The fee will not come out of taxpayers’ pockets and hold businesses accountable.

[Photo] Proposed fee would charge businesses for their carbon emissions

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 4, 2024
The freeway between Minneapolis and St. Paul has been criticized since the 1960s.

[Photo] New pathways open up for the future of I-94

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published July 2, 2024
Nine Gopher teams had at least one athlete recognized with academic honors.

[Photo] 151 Gophers earn a spot on spring Academic All-Big Ten team

by Champ Howard
Published June 27, 2024
A bump stock is a rifle add-on that allows more bullets to be shot in less time.

[Photo] U.S. Supreme Court overturns bump stock ban

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published June 26, 2024
In the 21st century, reality television is a large part of pop culture.

[Photo] Opinion: We don’t have to feel guilty about liking reality TV

by Riley Stern
Published June 25, 2024
The course will educate about history, traditions and contemporary tribal life and governance.

[Photo] UMN, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community create free online course

by Sophie Eydis
Published June 17, 2024
With snow and ice often covering walkways, campus in the wintertime can be a difficult place to navigate.

[Photo] Opinion: When the snow starts falling, so do we

by Riley Stern
Published June 17, 2024
No, don't actually huff CO2. It's all satire.

[Photo] Satire: Summer fun, first contact and CO2

by Spencer White
Published April 29, 2024
Each person identified which text was written by AI correctly, citing awkward phrasing and strange word choices as indicators.

[Photo] AI or not AI?

by Logan Anderson and Bianca Caputo
Published May 1, 2024
The study found that the average out-of-pocket costs for mental health and substance use disorder treatments decreased by 85.6%.

[Photo] UMN researcher studies effects of a 2021 New Mexico law on pharmaceuticals

by Emma Walytka and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published April 25, 2024
Despite its imperfections, spring offers much-needed relief as temperatures rise and days become longer.

[Photo] Opinion: Spring is the fairest season

by Leo Huppke
Published April 24, 2024
Student debt is a multifaceted issue, but there is a better way of addressing it.

[Photo] Opinion: Colleges are running a student loan scam

by Michael Fraley
Published April 22, 2024
Hunters for Hunters was founded last October with the express goal of removing wolves from the endangered species list, holding events across the state attended by politicians.

[Photo] Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf?

by Logan Anderson
Published April 21, 2024
There are about a dozen new, smaller companies expected to enter the rideshare marketplace.

[Photo] Emerging rideshare startups aim to fill Uber, Lyft’s shoes

by Grace Aigner
Published April 18, 2024
Debate around a religious exemption is creating tension among communities of faiths who hold conservative or progressive beliefs on gender.

[Photo] Religious exemption to Minnesota Human Rights Act draws mixed reactions among faith communities

by Natasha Delion
Published April 14, 2024
Some council members said the delay would lead to better outcomes for drivers and riders.

[Photo] Uber and Lyft delay their plans to leave Minneapolis after officials push back driver pay plan

by Trisha Ahmed - Associated Press/Report for America
Published April 11, 2024
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that causes memory loss over time.

[Photo] UMN’s Alzheimer’s Ashe Research Lab post-fabrication claims

by Emma Walytka
Published April 11, 2024
Academic settings benefit from having clear expectations and boundaries.

[Photo] Opinion: Respect isn’t a one-way street, professor!

by Natalie Trimble
Published April 11, 2024
Ordinance supporters said the rate would ensure that companies pay drivers the equivalent of the city's minimum wage of $15.57 per hour.

[Photo] Here’s what we know about Uber and Lyft’s planned exit from Minneapolis in May

by Trisha Ahmed - Associated Press/Report for America
Published April 8, 2024
Graduate students and professionals chart a greener future with a new certificate in sustainability leadership.

[Photo] UMN offers a Graduate Certificate in Sustainability Leadership

by Samantha Siedow
Published April 4, 2024
Alternative modes of transportation will be critical in post-Uber Minneapolis.

[Photo] Opinion: Please don’t leave me, Uber!

by Natalie Trimble
Published April 4, 2024
Food insecurity has somehow become an accepted part of the college experience.

[Photo] Opinion: Feed my starving college students

by Michael Fraley
Published April 3, 2024
Minnesota has yet to create a tuition discount plan for South Dakota students.

[Photo] South Dakota ends 40-year tuition agreement with Minnesota

by Grace Aigner
Published March 26, 2024
Americans involve alcohol in most aspects of our lives.

[Photo] Opinion: Reconsider how much you rely on alcohol

by Michael Fraley
Published March 26, 2024
By encouraging political discussions between parties, Braver Angels hopes people will listen to and be heard by the other side.

[Photo] Campaign to ease political tensions kicks off

by Katrina Bailey
Published March 25, 2024
311 is an alternative to 911 and helps with non-emergency situations. Residents can contact 311 to address issues of graffiti, potholes and other neighborhood issues.

[Photo] 311: the non-emergency 911

by Maya Bell and Gabrielle Erenstein
Published March 20, 2024
Campus mental health services aren’t fulfilling student needs.

[Photo] Opinion: Campus mental health services still have work to do

by Abiha Kashif
Published March 18, 2024
The issue may now get pushed to the legislature, where Gov. Tim Walz (DFL) hopes to find a compromise.

[Photo] Lyft and Uber say they will leave Minneapolis after city council forces them to pay drivers more

by The Associated Press
Published March 16, 2024
Amtrak is lacking in many areas, including timeliness and Wi-Fi access.

[Photo] Opinion: Amtrak needs to do better

by Natalie Trimble
Published March 13, 2024
In the wake of the streaming era, the quality of small-screen content has declined.

[Photo] Opinion: TV sucks now

by Michael Fraley
Published March 12, 2024
Despite threats from Uber and Lyft to leave Minneapolis if the ordinance passes, the city council is in favor of guaranteeing rideshare drivers’ wages match the city’s minimum wage.

[Photo] City Council approves rideshare drivers minimum wage equivalent

by Grace Aigner
Published March 8, 2024
In the future, the Committee hopes to provide a “break-even” on-campus grocery store.

[Photo] New USG committee aims to tackle food insecurity on campus

by Georgia Jensen
Published February 28, 2024
While some students think spring break is early this semester, others voice wishes to have a fall break.

[Photo] UMN students reflect on University breaks

by Amelia Roessler and Avery Vrieze
Published February 28, 2024
Deaths attributed to “natural causes” found to be COVID-19 related.

[Photo] UMN researchers uncover undercounted COVID-19 deaths

by Emma Walytka and Ava Lawson
Published February 27, 2024
Generational social detachment hurts the development of necessary life skills.

[Photo] Opinion: Gen Z has no idea how to communicate

by Michael Fraley
Published February 27, 2024
Flossing in between the lines: the truths behind the trends.

[Photo] Brace yourself: The tooth in dental trends

by Emma Walytka
Published February 25, 2024
A recent boom in housing developments has stripped Stadium Village of its character.

[Photo] Opinion: Stadium Village sucks

by Leo Huppke
Published February 21, 2024
Through its weaponization, the word “woke” has lost all meaning.

[Photo] Opinion: Stop calling everything woke

by Michael Fraley
Published February 20, 2024
This Black History Month, the Black community at the University of Minnesota relies on one another for building connections and uplifting their voices.

[Photo] Black students and staff reflect on Black History Month lessons

by Amirah Razman
Published February 20, 2024
In its last year of activity, find out how UMN’s current strategic plan has made an MPact.

[Photo] T-minus one year to MPact: Update on UMN’s strategic plan

by Alex Lassiter
Published February 19, 2024
With increased apartment development near campus, students have gained access to more choice of housing, dealt with a rise in landlord/tenant disputes and brought more traffic to local businesses.

[Photo] “It’s complicated”: apartment development brings more business, housing options, legal disputes

by Hannah Ward
Published February 18, 2024
Opinion columnist Leo Huppke wrote about the importance of finding queer community.

[Photo] Opinion: Gay men, where are you?

by Leo Huppke
Published February 14, 2024
Councilmembers Wonsley, Osman and Chavez continue pushing for a rideshare driver compensation policy, hearing a presentation on potential models on Tuesday.

[Photo] City Council hears models for rideshare driver minimum wage compensation

by Grace Aigner
Published February 12, 2024
Lake it or leave it: a blue economy is here.

[Photo] Diving into a blue economy with UMN researchers

by Emma Walytka
Published February 12, 2024
In this day and age, women in the film industry shouldn’t have to bend over backward to get a seat at the table.

[Photo] Opinion: The Hollywood boys club needs to exit stage right

by Claudia Garcia
Published February 7, 2024
Declining family structure and increased institutional skepticism could be part of the reason young kids and adults are turning away from religion.

[Photo] Opinion: Don’t discount religion

by Michael Fraley
Published February 6, 2024
Performance activism on social media can, in some cases, be counterproductive.

[Photo] Opinion: Social media and social justice

by Abiha Kashif
Published February 5, 2024
The University is one of at least 2,000 other colleges that have gone tobacco free.

[Photo] Ten years ‘tobacco free,’ but UMN campus area has plenty of vaping and litter

by Sam Hill
Published February 4, 2024
The broadcasting-a-sermon method leaves little to be desired.

[Photo] Opinion: Tax Minnesotan megachurches

by Spencer White
Published January 26, 2024
Kids have more stimulation than ever before.

[Photo] Opinion: Creativity is adapting, not dying

by Claudia Garcia
Published January 23, 2024
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