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Agriculture and Environment

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Research Brief

Better land use and management could improve biodiversity, climate and economic development

In a first-of-its-kind analysis done for 146 countries around the world, an interdisciplinary research team led by researchers at the University of Minnesota found large potential gains in biodiversity, climate and economic development from improved land use and land management.

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Bird by bird, The Raptor Center is building a disease warning system

Data from The Raptor Center's avian influenza tracking project is alerting poultry producers, the public and wildlife rehabilitators to upticks in cases, where they are occurring and precautions to take.

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Research Brief

Economic growth in low-income countries can reduce loss of biodiversity

A new study by an interdisciplinary research team led by researchers at the University of Minnesota suggests that the long-assumed conflict between development and conservation may not be inevitable.

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Architecture and Design

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Slime and drama take the stage in this product design course

A hands-on product design course puts student work on a real-world stage after a semester of intensive toy design.

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University of Minnesota’s Northrop achieves LEED O+M gold certification for sustainability efforts

LEED O+M Gold reflects Northrop's commitment to honoring a historic legacy while building for the future.

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Landscape architecture students shape a more resilient future

University of Minnesota students are designing landscapes with empathy and imagination.

Arts and Humanities

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Curtis and the giant pencil

Who knew a giant pencil could become a symbol of a community coming together?

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Class of 2026: The future of Minnesota

From healthcare and education to business, media, science, and the arts, College of Liberal Arts graduates strengthen Minnesota’s workforce and communities. This selection of stories reflect the many ways liberal arts students are preparing to make a difference.

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Assistant Professor Sivan Cohen Elias awarded a 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship

Sivan Cohen Elias, a composer and assistant professor in the School of Music in the College of Liberal Arts on the University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus, has been awarded a 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation.

Business and Management

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Virtual reality immerses students in zero-waste supply chain

The power of virtual reality (VR) recently transported undergraduate Minnesota Carlson students to the Greek island of Tilos for an immersive experience tackling challenges in the zero-waste supply chain.

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Minnesota Carlson students help Little Tikes reach new generation

University of Minnesota business students applied what they learned in the classroom to help Little Tikes reach Millennial and Generation Z parents.

University of Minnesota Professor Jian-Ping Wang

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University of Minnesota surpasses 300-startup milestone

University innovations driving real‑world solutions to global challenges in health, sustainability and agriculture

Campus Affairs

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University of Minnesota proposes balanced budget focused on student affordability, workforce investments and mission-driven growth

Next week, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents Finance and Operations Committee will review the proposed fiscal year 2027 annual operating budget. Centered on the Elevate Extraordinary 2030 University Strategic Plan, the proposal prioritizes student access and affordability, investments in the University’s statewide workforce and long-term, mission-driven growth.

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University of Minnesota, Fond du Lac Band move forward together on historic Cloquet Forestry Center land return

In a milestone moment for collaboration and reconciliation, the University of Minnesota and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa are moving forward with the return of the Cloquet Forestry Center land.

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Discover summer on the University of Minnesota’s St. Paul campus

The University of Minnesota’s St. Paul campus invites you to explore a vibrant hub of discovery, learning and hands-on experiences.

Education

Participants at Age-Friendly University Day in 2025 ride a Campus Connector for a campus tour.

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Connecting older adults to campus

Since the University of Minnesota Twin Cities became the state’s first Age-Friendly University six years ago, departments and organizations have been working together to reframe what aging and retirement mean — and to connect lifelong learners to campus.

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Check & Connect program pairs at-risk students with mentors, support

A long-running student success model from the College of Education and Human Development expands to reach more students.

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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.

Health

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Bird by bird, The Raptor Center is building a disease warning system

Data from The Raptor Center's avian influenza tracking project is alerting poultry producers, the public and wildlife rehabilitators to upticks in cases, where they are occurring and precautions to take.

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How rural and tribal communities are rewriting the rules for Alzheimer’s prevention

While research often focuses on the increased risks of Alzheimer’s disease in rural and tribal communities, that is only half the story.

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University clinical trial has Minnesota woman dreaming again

After a decade of unsuccessful cancer treatment, Emma Dimery finds a new future with the help of a groundbreaking clinical trial.

Law and Policy

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Inspired by community to pivot from corporate to immigration law

His experience teaching in a charter school classroom led Min Soo Son to switch from corporate law to immigration defense.

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Inspired to serve through law

Minnesota Law student Liddy Patterson channels her childhood experience into a career in law and a passion for justice.

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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.

Science and Technology

Students on the University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project Team worked on the solar array that will power their car.

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University of Minnesota to host start of cross-country solar car competition

For the first time in its 33-year history, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Solar Vehicle Project Team will welcome solar car teams from across the country for the start of the 2026 Electrek American Solar Challenge — one of the nation’s premier solar competitions.

Sophia Konzen stands in front of a building wearing a University of Minnesota Robotics shirt.

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For this graduating senior, Minnesota is where engineering meets French studies

College of Science and Engineering senior Sophia Konzen made the most of her University experience by studying abroad three times, completing an internship and being involved on campus.

Professor Jian-Ping Wang holding up a small semiconductor chip.

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University of Minnesota launches new center to advance microelectronics and semiconductor industries

Linking industry and academia to accelerate spintronics innovation and build a future-ready workforce.

Sports and Recreation

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Lee Stecklein: A hockey career beyond her imagination

Former Gophers hockey star (and gold medal–winning) Lee Stecklein is part of a pioneering generation of women making a living playing the sport they love.

The Gopher women's gymnastics team celebrates after their NCAA semifinals performance.

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Gopher gymnastics team advances to Final Four

For the first time in program history, the women’s gymnastics team has advanced to the Final Four of the NCAA Championships.

Makena Christian, Kennedy Klick, Brynn Senden, and Brylee Glenn celebrate after Minnesota's victor over Ole Miss on March 22.

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Two thrilling wins, a rockin’ Barn, and The Blanket Lady

The Gopher women’s basketball team used huge big fourth-quarter rallies to beat Green Bay and Ole Miss and advance to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16.

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