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Learning to embrace the unknown

Inspired by his mother, first-generation student Duncan Morrison is paving his path toward medical school.

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Recognizing her full potential

Through campus programs and mentorship, first-generation student Katrina Jensen is paving the way for her family and aiming for a PhD.

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Medicare’s prior-authorization pilot test led to an immediate drop in use of services

The first study of traditional Medicare’s prior-authorization pilot program finds reduced service use, but cannot determine whether the care forgone was needed or unnecessary.

Agriculture and Environment

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Dig it: Soil Judging Team secures first place, moves to nationals

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities has the longest-running streak of showings at nationals of any team in Region V.

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Growing the future of corn

The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences is training the next generation of corn breeders, discovering sustainable solutions for growers and finding new ways to keep family farms in communities.

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Agritourism operations are blooming and booming around the state

From pick-your-own strawberries and apples to wedding venues amidst sunflowers on a farm, the University of Minnesota is supporting agritourism in Greater Minnesota.

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From the University of Minnesota to Disney Imagineering

Interior design student Karina Nelson dreamed of creating immersive worlds. Now, after years of blending storytelling, design, and experiential thinking at the University of Minnesota, she is beginning her career with Walt Disney Imagineering.

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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.

Arts and Humanities

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Music and movement advance cancer research on the field

What can music and movement teach us about cancer on the cellular level? A collaboration between artists and biomedical researchers enlisted the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Marching Band to find out.

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Dustin Morrow’s journey with Ojibwemowin

Rooted in the Ojibwe traditions of his childhood, Dustin Morrow turned a spark of inspiration into a lifelong mission for language revitalization. Today, he uses linguistic training to deepen his connection to his native tongue and empower the next generation of Ojibwe speakers.

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University of Minnesota, with Hopi and Pueblo tribal partners, completes repatriation of Mimbres ancestral remains and cultural materials

This fall, staff from the University of Minnesota and Weisman Art Museum accompanied the complete inventory of Mimbres ancestral remains and cultural belongings back to their homelands for a reburial, led by descendant Hopi and Pueblo communities.

Business and Management

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Minnesota Carlson MSBAi students build machine learning models for Winnebago

For their Master of Science in Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence capstone project, a team of students worked with Winnebago Industries to create machine learning models that apply AI to understand product demand by region.

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Minnesota Carlson alumni food entrepreneurs dish on success

For four Minnesota Carlson alumni, starting their own food companies allows them to build community, foster memorable experiences, fulfil a need or a gap in the market and explore their own creativity through business.

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From personal challenge to innovation

Drawing from his own daily life and a passion for engineering, a recent University of Minnesota graduate is tackling carpal tunnel for wheelchair users and reimagining personal safety alarms for women.

Campus Affairs

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First-generation students find community and support at the University of Minnesota

Students share the challenges and community that have shaped their college journeys, as well as the opportunities they hope to create for others.

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First-gen student bridges scientific discovery with patient care

When Valencia Williams was young, her older brother was diagnosed with sickle cell disease. After he suffered a stroke in his 20s, she became acutely aware of how a serious illness impacts not only patients but their families. But rather than becoming fearful of medicine, Valencia was drawn toward it.

A Homecoming button from 1966 with the slogan "Shoo! I Away" and Homecoming October 15, 1966.

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Homecoming over the years: A cherished tradition evolves and endures

From its humble beginnings back in 1914, Homecoming has flourished as a campus tradition at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

Education

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Talking AI and education with University of Minnesota

A new report from leading experts in learning, technology and education details ways that generative AI can both support and challenge learning for students in every stage of education.

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How University of Minnesota research is boosting early childhood success in New Mexico

An initiative powered by University of Minnesota startup Reflection Sciences, Inc. is helping thousands of preschoolers master essential self-regulation skills before entering kindergarten.

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Talking trauma informed care with University of Minnesota

This fall, the University of Minnesota College of Continuing & Professional Studies (CCAPS) launched a new, fully online Trauma Informed Care Certificate. Tom Hegblom, director of graduate studies for the counselor education programs in CCAPS, answers questions about the benefits of trauma-informed care and how it helps people across contexts.

Health

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AI meets precision medicine

School of Public Health researchers are using deep learning statistical models to uncover why disease disparities exist, challenging the one-size-fits-all approach to treatment.

Research Brief

Medicare’s prior-authorization pilot test led to an immediate drop in use of services

The first study of traditional Medicare’s prior-authorization pilot program finds reduced service use, but cannot determine whether the care forgone was needed or unnecessary.

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From curiosity to leadership in long-term care

After earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees, Samantha Thole continued building her expertise with a Long Term Care Management Certificate from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Now, she's found a new career as a licensed nursing home administrator and assisted living director.

Law and Policy

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From CEO to Master of Public Affairs student

After becoming a CEO in 2023, Mary Niedermeyer felt a graduate degree could deepen her understanding of policy, strengthen her leadership skills and broaden her perspectives.

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MnTAP interns help Minnesota organizations waste less and save more

Minnesota Technical Assistance Program internships pair students with Minnesota organizations to develop practical solutions that reduce waste, conserve resources and lower costs—all while giving future professionals valuable hands-on experience.

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Master of Human Rights student is working towards dignity for all

Aidan Thomason was looking for a public policy education focused on migration, human rights and “public service as something that’s virtuous.” She found it through the Master of Human Rights program.

Science and Technology

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Transformational CT scanner reveals more than anatomy

The University of Minnesota Bell Museum’s new scanner is set to reveal hidden traits and clues to evolution.

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College of Science and Engineering mentors help students build their futures

Last year, the College of Science and Engineering Mentor Program was the University of Minnesota’s largest mentoring program, matching nearly 400 mentor-student pairs. Each relationship takes shape around the student’s goals.

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Ecological powerhouse on the prairie

The University of Minnesota’s Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve has grown into the world hub for terrestrial ecology — and collaborative research.

Sports and Recreation

The Little Brown Jug, Floyd of Rosedale, and Paul Bunyan's Axe on display at Gopher football's Hall of Fame.

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The Axe, the Jug and the Pig? Oh my!

Following a thrilling victory over Iowa, the Gophers are in possession of their three main rivalry trophies for the first time in 48 years.

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From wearing the maroon and gold to donning a white coat

Golden Gopher student-athletes who have gone on to medical school are transferring their drive and passion for sports into care and concern for human health.

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Goldy is now officially a Hall of Famer!

On August 7, Goldy Gopher was named to the Mascot Hall of Fame on ABC’s “Good Morning America.”

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