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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Sara Hussein

Sara Hussein, Campus Reporter

I’m a fourth year journalism student. My favorite thing to do is taking pictures with my disposable camera, chugging redbulls + coffee and listening to a variety of music.

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On Thursday, Nutritious U provides their weekly food pantry from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Coffman Union.

[Photo] University expands food security initiatives to counter reduced SNAP benefits

by Nicolas Scibelli
Published November 8, 2025
The Carlson Globe Institute is currently hosting 43 exchange students this semester within the business school. Photo courtesy of the Globe program

GLOBE Program supports incoming exchange students as Trump’s immigration policies concern students

by Sara Hussein
Published October 30, 2025
AAUP president William Jones said universities around the country have been facing struggles around academic freedom, especially from the Trump administration.

UMN’s AAUP expresses concerns about Board of Regents resolution barring institutional statements

by Sara Hussein
Published October 22, 2025
AAUP president William Jones said universities around the country have been facing struggles around academic freedom, especially from the Trump administration.

UMN community expresses concerns about threats to faculty and students

by Sara Hussein
Published October 14, 2025
Seventy percent of physicians in Minnesota are trained at the University of Minnesota Medical School.

UMN continues discussions with Fairview as Essentia Health pulls out of negotiations

by Sara Hussein and Nicolas Scibelli
Published October 9, 2025
The Asian Pacific American Resource Center (APARC) has to manage their remaining budget after the funding cut. Photo courtesy of APARC

UMN Asian Pacific American Resource Center faces difficulty following terminated Department of Education funding

by Sara Hussein
Published October 6, 2025
UMN Art Professors are concerned about budget cuts from the University.

UMN art faculty concerned about faculty-to-student ratio and budget cuts

by Sara Hussein
Published October 1, 2025
UMN students said they felt the effects of the Teamsters’ strike.

Students talk Teamsters’ strike effects

by Sara Hussein
Published September 25, 2025
Around 1,600 people came to the TPUSA event on Monday.

Turning Point USA event causes stir on campus

by Sara Hussein and Ahmed Hassan
Published September 24, 2025
The Senate Consultative Committee and the Faculty Consultative Committee held their first meetings last week.

UMN Senate office proposes revisions to its constitution

by Sara Hussein
Published September 18, 2025
The SEIU union drove with University workers at Northrop auditorium.

UMN workers hold union drive alongside SEIU and Senator Omar Fateh

by Sara Hussein
Published September 12, 2025
For the start of the semester, religious groups, including Foundry and Al-Madinah Cultural Center, are focusing on community building on campus. Courtesy of Foundry College Church

UMN religious groups seek to unite students regardless of faith

by Sara Hussein
Published September 9, 2025
The University of Minnesota announced that it is expecting Teamsters to strike within the next 24 hours.

Teamsters reject UMN final offer

by Sara Hussein and Nicolas Scibelli
Published September 8, 2025
The vote passed as union members voted in overwhelming approval of the strike. Photo courtesy of Teamsters.

BREAKING: UMN Teamsters labor union strike vote passes

by Sara Hussein and Tyler Church
Published August 7, 2025
The University’s Conflict Resolution Policy was amended last month, as it is updated every four years.

UMN updates conflict resolution policy for employees

by Ash Jones and Sara Hussein
Published August 5, 2025
Alfred Makotsi, a youth advocate from Kenya, said he was able to meet a variety of young Africans from different nationalities through the program. Photo courtsey of Alfred Makotsi.

UMN hosts 24 fellows for the Mandela Washington Fellowship Program

by Sara Hussein
Published August 3, 2025
Students typically shop at two stores located on East Bank, Fresh Thyme and the Dinkytown Target.

UMN students are concerned about the food desert on campus

by Sara Hussein
Published July 23, 2025
Construction of areas such as University Avenue will continue through the summer, the Minnesota Department of Transportation said. Photo courtesy Image of Metro Transit.

UMN students feel construction confusion

by Sara Hussein
Published July 21, 2025
The business school said the name change serves to connect itself further with the University community. Photo courtesy of the Minnesota Carlson

Carlson School of Management announces rebrand as Minnesota Carlson ahead of fall semester

by Sara Hussein
Published July 21, 2025
The vote passed as union members voted in overwhelming approval of the strike. Photo courtesy of Teamsters.

UMN union workers announce vote to authorize strike

by Hannah Reynolds and Sara Hussein
Published July 13, 2025
Trump’s policies have revoked over 1,800 student visas, according to Inside Higher Ed.

First Amendment concerns arise surrounding international student speech

by Sara Hussein
Published July 11, 2025
Regents Farnsworth and Huebsch, learning about equine care with Crookston head equestrian coach Haley Pembroke. Photo courtesy of UMN Public Relations

Cunningham and the Board of Regents address structural changes

by Isabella Morden Wheeldon and Sara Hussein
Published July 10, 2025
Around 75% of students work for the University during their college career, but recent budget cuts have the potential to change that.

UMN student workers show concern amid recent budget cuts

by Sara Hussein
Published July 8, 2025
Mycall Akeem Riley, the director of the Gender Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life, said everyone is welcome to attend the events.

UMN celebrates LGBTQ+ community with pride events

by Sara Hussein
Published June 25, 2025
The Gideons distribute Bibles to many public areas, including college campuses in the United States.

UMN students question if Bible distribution affects them

by Sara Hussein
Published June 23, 2025
The University’s Board of Regents approved the budget in a 9-3 vote.

UMN approves operating budget, controversial tuition hikes and academic program cuts

by Hannah Reynolds and Sara Hussein
Published June 19, 2025
Gretchen Ritter previously worked at Syrracuse University as provost, vice chancellor and chief academic officer. Photo courtesy of UMN Public Relations

Provost nomination causes upset among faculty

by Sara Hussein and Isabella Morden Wheeldon
Published June 18, 2025
Regents met in the boardroom on Friday.

UMN Board of Regents faces activist criticism amid budget discussions

by Isabella Morden Wheeldon, Anshu Patel, and Sara Hussein
Published June 18, 2025
Hamza Abdirashid Siad, who was accused of the shooting, will face a hearing July 2.

20-year-old charged after shooting two after high school graduation at Mariucci Arena

by Sara Hussein
Published June 12, 2025
The federal programs the act affects could put higher education out out of reach for many low- and middle-income families.

New One Big, Beautiful Bill Act could hurt aid options for UMN students

by Isabella Wheeldon and Sara Hussein
Published June 10, 2025
Hamza Abdirashid Siad, who was accused of the shooting, will face a hearing July 2.

Suspect in custody after two shot at Mariucci Arena

by Sara Hussein and Anshu Patel
Published May 30, 2025
Anthro club welcomes a variety of members. Courtesy of the Anthro Club.

UMN Anthro club creates welcoming space for furries, furry-curious

by Sara Hussein
Published May 9, 2025
The group is beginner-friendly and welcoming to all skill levels.

UMN swing club celebrates historic dance style

by Hannah Reynolds and Sara Hussein
Published May 4, 2025
The exhibition will open at the Regis Center for Art on May 6.

BFA students celebrate culminating work in upcoming ‘Counterpoint’ exhibition

by Hannah Reynolds and Sara Hussein
Published April 30, 2025
Boynton Health pictured on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020.

UMN students say there is a mental health crisis on campus.

by Sara Hussein
Published February 24, 2025
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