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Summer guide to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota campus might quiet down in the summer, but the University’s work doesn't stop—and sometimes, work can be fun! Bookmark this guide to what’s happening.

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The fight against ‘forever chemicals’

PFAS chemicals are “forever” and, increasingly, they are everywhere. School of Public Health researchers are working to address the problem.

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Student-community partnership to grow African leafy vegetables in Minnesota

Access to African crops is important to the large African community in Minnesota, but growing these vegetables can be challenging due to poor adaptation to the climate and limited seed availability. To address this, University of Minnesota students formed the Community Plant Breeding Team and partnered with community members to develop adapted plant varieties.

Agriculture and Environment

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Summer guide to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota campus might quiet down in the summer, but the University’s work doesn't stop—and sometimes, work can be fun! Bookmark this guide to what’s happening.

Research Brief

Virus transmission between bee species does not lead to new variants

A new study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota found transmission of viruses between different bee species did not lead to the formation of new virus variants.

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Testing biocontrol options for brown marmorated stink bugs

PhD student Sabrina Celis investigates how the samurai wasp could work as a natural enemy to help manage the invasive brown marmorated stink bug.

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Architecture and Design

Two female members of the WeldLab team demonstrate their product for onlookers at a table at the annual Playsensations event. WeldLab uses melted crayon wax to imitate real-life welding.

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A playful take on product innovation

A wildly popular product design course at the University of Minnesota gives students a hands-on learning opportunity that leaves them with real-world experience.

This map of Minnesota shows the communities selected to receive Phase 1 support from the Empowering Small Minnesota Communities (ESMC) program. Credit: University of Minnesota.

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University of Minnesota partnerships reimagine the future of Minnesota’s small communities

Over 75 communities are already benefiting from the University of Minnesota’s new Empowering Small Minnesota Communities program, part of a state-funded effort to support small community partnerships.

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Exploring design and cuisine in Singapore

Design students experience a transformative learning abroad trip to Singapore.

Arts and Humanities

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Summer guide to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota campus might quiet down in the summer, but the University’s work doesn't stop—and sometimes, work can be fun! Bookmark this guide to what’s happening.

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Talking local journalism with the University of Minnesota

Local journalism is an integral part of healthy communities across Minnesota. Unlike national news organizations, local outlets keep you and your neighbors informed about elections, events and other important community updates.

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A camp for kids celebrates every voice

The Sioris Family University of Minnesota Kids Who Stutter Camp is an opportunity for kids to build confidence, community, and family.

Business and Management

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The alumni behind the scenes for the Minnesota Lynx

How University of Minnesota alumni helped make the magic behind the most-watched Minnesota Lynx and WNBA season in decades.

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Mother and daughter earn MBAs together

Both Shelly and Samantha Soupir graduated from the Carlson School of Management’s Online MBA program.

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Student-owned venture capital firm raises $1 million for second fund

Carlson School’s Atland Ventures continues to thrive as the first student-run venture capital firm in the United States.

Campus Affairs

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University of Minnesota Board of Regents approves capital and operating budgets

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents convened to consider and act on the University’s fiscal year 2026 capital and operating budgets on June 18.

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University of Minnesota Board of Regents reviews balanced operating budget proposal

The Board of Regents reviewed the University’s recommended fiscal 2026 capital improvement and operating budgets, student support services, and more as part of its June 2025 meetings.

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University of Minnesota budget proposal prioritizes mission-critical work, workforce reinvestment amidst funding instability, rising costs

As part of its June 2025 meetings, the Board of Regents will review the University of Minnesota's recommended fiscal 2026 operating and budget.

Education

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Summer guide to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota campus might quiet down in the summer, but the University’s work doesn't stop—and sometimes, work can be fun! Bookmark this guide to what’s happening.

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A milestone for creative biology teaching

The Biology Teaching and Learning Department celebrates 10 years of teaching students through active learning.

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Easing the teacher shortage in Minnesota by growing our own

The University of Minnesota offers an alternative path to teaching for those who are working in schools but don’t have a full teaching license.

Health

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Summer guide to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota campus might quiet down in the summer, but the University’s work doesn't stop—and sometimes, work can be fun! Bookmark this guide to what’s happening.

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Students help car owners find just the right fit

Occupational therapy students at the University of Minnesota are helping automobile owners make adjustments to their cars based on their individual needs.

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A first-of-its-kind app is making hospital rounds easier

A University of Minnesota professor created a first-of-its-kind app that allows hospitalized patients, their families, and their care teams to stay connected.

Law and Policy

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Tackling climate change with tax law

This University of Minnesota student has been able to tailor his studies to focus on what matters to him: environmental, energy, and tax law.

Research Brief

LGBTQ+ policies significantly reduce discrimination for transgender and nonbinary people

LGBTQ+ Americans experience widespread discrimination that impacts their physical and mental health — of the over 8% of U.S. adults who are members of the LGBTQ+ community, one in three report experiencing discrimination in the past year. Individuals who identify as transgender and nonbinary are exposed to more discrimination than their sexual minority counterparts, which is associated with worse health outcomes.

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Emulating Humphrey, trying to make lives better

New graduate Harrison Maxwell became interested in urban planning and found a home for graduate school in the school named after his hero.

Science and Technology

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Summer guide to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota campus might quiet down in the summer, but the University’s work doesn't stop—and sometimes, work can be fun! Bookmark this guide to what’s happening.

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A walk on the wild side

A microbiologist discovers new species of yeast while teaching students to love field research.

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A first-of-its-kind app is making hospital rounds easier

A University of Minnesota professor created a first-of-its-kind app that allows hospitalized patients, their families, and their care teams to stay connected.

Sports and Recreation

University of Minnesota cheer team members, competing for Team USA, pose with medals and the U.S. flag.

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Gophers are golden for Team USA

The University of Minnesota and Team USA took home a gold and silver medal at the International Cheer Union (ICU) World Championships.

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Student-athletes excel in latest APR report

Continued success in the classroom by Golden Gopher student-athletes is highlighted in the NCAA’s recently released Academic Progress Rate (APR) scores.

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Happy Anniversary, Fierce Goldy!

Most of us have come to know Goldy Gopher, the beloved mascot of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, as a perpetually smiling character who never shies away from a photograph. But Goldy has a complicated history, and wasn't so cuddly once upon a time.

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June 20, 2025

Trump’s immigration crackdown straining labor force for Minnesota ag, food operations

The Minnesota Star Tribune

June 20, 2025

Report: Minnesota’s leading banks increased their lending to fossil fuel companies last year

The Minnesota Star Tribune

June 20, 2025

U of M study finds lead contamination threatens butterflies

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