University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus

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“When I applied to the University of Minnesota, I made the most important ‘click’ of my life, which absolutely changed my life.”

Mariana Cardenas ’25
PhD in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior
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“A Big Ten research university is a great preparation for the world stage. [The U of M is] a proven institution for each new generation finding its way.”

Bob Mecum ’24
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Talking with U of M

Talking deer collisions with U of M

Ron Moen discusses safety tips and best practices as we approach the end of Daylight Saving Time, when a marked increase in reported deer collisions occurs.