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The Senden family, appropriately bedecked in maroon and gold. From left: Cal, Tenley, Stu, Brynn and Kristen.

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Next-generation student-athletes

Current Golden Gopher athletes Brynn and Tenley Senden are the fifth and sixth in their extended family — over three generations — to wear the maroon and gold.

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Sociolinguistics in the Twin Cities: The power of being bilingual

By putting her personal experiences and education to use in the Twin Cities, Perla Escobar-Faerber shows that being bilingual can help connect generations and strengthen communities.

Walter the bulldog stands outside during a walk.

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Giving Walter the bulldog a new lease on life

Coordinated care across specialties at the College of Veterinary Medicine has led to a lifetime of care for Walter the bulldog.

Agriculture and Environment

Students, an alum, and an assistant professor from the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology pose with their catch of alligator gar on the Mississippi River in Mississippi.

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Students reel in gar-gantuan catch during Mississippi River fieldwork

The work is part of efforts to better understand and conserve Mississippi River ecosystems from Minnesota all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.

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New database offers manure nutrient test benchmarking

ManureDB is first-of-its kind, publicly available manure nutrient database.

Researchers from the Universidade Católica Dom Bosco, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, and the University of Minnesota stand in front of a tree.

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Tracking disease in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth

Researchers at the College of Veterinary Medicine and the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences are partnering with colleagues in Brazil to track diseases in the Pantanal.

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Architecture and Design

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A feast for eyes and intellect

Let your imagination soar as you discover the treasure trove of open-air artworks gracing the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.

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Elevating student learning with hands-on learning spaces

Uniquely designed spaces across University of Minnesota Libraries create immersive and collaborative learning opportunities for students.

Nick Horst, a young man with black hair and a sweater reading Minnesota, stands next to a large mechanical like creature from the video game Apex Legends

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A new UX design degree will help students create human-centered experiences

The new User Experience (UX) Design degree mixes design and computer science in a major that merges creativity and analytical thinking.

Arts and Humanities

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Sociolinguistics in the Twin Cities: The power of being bilingual

By putting her personal experiences and education to use in the Twin Cities, Perla Escobar-Faerber shows that being bilingual can help connect generations and strengthen communities.

Josh Koser in construction hat behind the scenes at a set

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How many degrees does it take to build a set for Taylor Swift? For this alum: two.

University alum Josh Koser has used his dual passions to create masterpieces that entertain millions of people.

Moira Villiard crouches near the artwork she led in Duluth, Minnesota.

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Her artistic vision is rooted in social justice

Moira Villiard has spent most of her life creating art, much of it with a social justice underpinning. The Master of Human Rights program is helping to expand her views on the issues she cares most about.

Business and Management

Emily Elletson stands next to the Goldy statute on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.

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My journey as a University of Minnesota transfer student

A Minnesota Carlson student shares her experience of transferring to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

Orange robotic arms manipulate gift-wrapped boxes on a conveyor belt in a large facility.

Expert Alert

How AI impacts holiday shopping supply chains

Dayton Steele with the Carlson School of Management is available to comment on how AI is changing the holiday shopping season for retailers and customers.

Image of Peter Hilger holding a University of Minnesota hard hat.

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Talking construction industry trends with University of Minnesota

Construction makes up one in every 20 jobs in Minnesota. Peter Hilger, who leads the construction management program in the College of Continuing and Professional Studies, answers questions about how the construction industry is changing and how the University of Minnesota is helping meet workforce needs.

Campus Affairs

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Tips for a healthier new year from the University of Minnesota

Looking back on 2025 health research from the University of Minnesota can help inform your 2026 resolutions.

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The top 10 University of Minnesota news stories of 2025

A look back at the year’s top news from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

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University of Minnesota student groups create community outside of class

With more than 1,000 student groups and clubs, everyone can find a welcoming community and purpose.

Education

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University of Minnesota transforms research and teaching through international residencies

University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development faculty are redefining education by immersing themselves in diverse academic landscapes through the International Faculty Residency Program.

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Students explore virtual reality as a tool for mental health professionals

Virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools are expanding the immersive education possibilities at the University of Minnesota.

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Bringing careers in field biology to life

With its eighth funding renewal, the world-renowned Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve is primed for six more years on the forefront of ecosystem research.

Health

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Giving Walter the bulldog a new lease on life

Coordinated care across specialties at the College of Veterinary Medicine has led to a lifetime of care for Walter the bulldog.

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Safeguarding our urban waterways from stormwater runoff

University of Minnesota researchers are joining forces to ensure clean water in the land of sky-blue waters.

Portrait of Joanne Slavin next to an overhead photo of a variety of whole foods.

Expert Alert

What the new federal dietary guidelines mean for Americans

Joanne Slavin can provide insights on the changes in federal dietary guidance announced by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Law and Policy

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‘Becoming someone different and someone better’ than she was before

Humphrey School alumna Alishia Wright overcomes obstacles to find fulfilling work in public policy.

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Minnesota Law students get a leg up with corporate externships

Minnesota Law’s Corporate Externship Field Placement course sets students up for career success.

Hockey player Audrey Wethington on the ice

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A Minnesota Law clinic is a leader in representing college athletes

Now in its third year, Minnesota Law’s Sports and Name, Image and Likeness Clinic is a leader in representing college athletes.

Science and Technology

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Safeguarding our urban waterways from stormwater runoff

University of Minnesota researchers are joining forces to ensure clean water in the land of sky-blue waters.

Researcher Michael Chiappone at the St. Anthony Falls Lab

Research Brief

How floodwaters impact fossil formation

A new study by the University of Minnesota challenges previous classifications paleontologists use to determine how the fossil record is formed. They investigated how dinosaur and mammal bones are transported and buried by floodwaters to understand how the remains of animals might disperse prior to being buried and becoming fossils.

Gunda Georg and Narshimulu Cheryala in a laboratory

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Behind the scenes: Creating a hormone-free male birth control pill

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Professor Gunda Georg led the development of a hormone-free male birth control and its status today.

Sports and Recreation

Mara Braun scoops a shot toward the basket.

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Rebounding from a double dose of injury

Standout women’s basketball player Mara Braun has suffered the same major injury in consecutive seasons. She’s back this year as a key player and team leader.

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Gophers keep Paul Bunyan’s Axe in snowy season finale

In front of a near-capacity crowd, the team finished the season undefeated at home for the first time since 1967.

The University of Minnesota dance team practicing.

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Behind the championships

Skill, strength, and dedication are keys for the seriously successful athletes on the University of Minnesota’s powerhouse dance and cheer teams.

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