The Minnesota Daily

UMN students host Earth Day conference

Published May 3, 2022

Panel experts spoke about water quality and rural climate resilience in Minnesota.

University takes first step on campus vehicle electrification project

Published May 2, 2022

If completed, the electric vehicle switch will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption.

Students for Climate Justice rallies for student, faculty management wage increases

Published May 2, 2022

University group Students for Climate Justice held a rally calling for livable wages and environmental accountability as union negotiations approach.

University narrows search for new chief sustainability officer position

Published April 28, 2022

The position will develop the University's sustainability strategies for increasing cost efficiencies while reducing greenhouse gas emissions as part of the climate action plan.

UMN School of Public Health recognized for sustainability in healthcare management curriculum

Published April 19, 2022

The Climate Change and Health Organizations course trains students to address environmental issues in healthcare.

Lighting and ventilation updates in buildings create energy savings for UMN

Published April 14, 2022

LED lighting and ventilation improvements lower maintenance costs campus wide.

University researchers study harmful “forever chemicals” amid expanded monitoring plan

Published April 6, 2022

PFAS chemicals are a growing concern for ecosystems and public health.

Addressing physician shortage, UMN trains medical students for work in rural MN

Published April 5, 2022

The Rural Physician Associate Program provides medical students with clinical experience in Minnesota rural communities.

CLA student board hosts resource fair to promote conversations about sustainability

Published March 29, 2022

Groups talked with students about how to make the University more environmentally sustainable and what they hope to change in the future.

University develops health informatics track for Native American public health students

Published March 28, 2022

The School of Public Health is participating in a partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health to train students in health informatics.

UMN Plant Protein Innovation Center encourages student participation in research across colleges, departments

Published March 24, 2022

The center offers research opportunities to students from all majors.

University frontline workers express concerns about waste management practices

Published March 22, 2022

Union representatives said a staffing shortage and inadequate training have contributed to unsustainable practices on campus.

University sees increased demand for diversity and equity resources

Published March 20, 2022

Increasing numbers of academic departments and faculty members have requested to participate in equity and diversity programs offered through the University of Minnesota.

University Parking and Transportation Services work to improve campus bus system

Published March 3, 2022

Staffing shortages and app malfunctions have contributed to late arrival times.

UMN’s Black Law Student Association calls to fire officers involved in Amir Locke’s killing

Published February 20, 2022

The letter demands action from responsible policymakers, University to address police violence.

UMN health center to distribute prescriptions for oral COVID-19 treatments

Published February 16, 2022

Following approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, individuals with a high risk of contracting COVID-19 can now be treated with antiviral medications.

University alum receives $100,000 grant for green magnetic core technology

Published January 27, 2022

Dr. Aminul Mehedi’s startup company creates environmentally friendly magnetic material that is being used to charge electric cars.

UMN student project begins developing new model for solar panel technology

Published January 18, 2022

The project will address sustainability and environmental issues by making solar panel installation more accessible for consumers.

Systemwide University partnership aims to incorporate Indigenous culture and knowledge into widespread growth

Published November 5, 2021

The Mellon Foundation grant provides curriculum development, environmental education and community involvement within an Indigenous framework.

University Veterinary Science faculty lead chronic waste disease research

Published November 3, 2021

University researchers investigate decontamination and detection practices for hunters and the meat processing industry.