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Defining the future of agriculture

This package of feature stories and videos illustrates the many ways that the University of Minnesota is redefining the future of agriculture—through precision agriculture, controlled environment agriculture, and regenerative agriculture.

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Onward, with a degree to light the way

Each year, the University of Minnesota awards 15,000 degrees. These students talk about what they learned and where they’re going next.

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Statewide economic impact of the University of Minnesota grows to $11.5 billion annually

As part of its May meeting, the Board of Regents will learn more about the University of Minnesota's statewide economic impact, according to a new independent analysis.

Agriculture and Environment

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Talking agritourism with University of Minnesota

Summer is a great time to make memories with friends and family outdoors, whether it’s picking berries, horseback riding, eating dinner on a pizza farm or attending a barn wedding. These and other on-farm activities are part of the growing agritourism industry.

Winners and representatives of The Tinker @ The Toaster Challenge.

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AI-AI-Oh! A student competition with an artificial twist

A unique competition offered students the chance to use AI as a catalyst to develop an innovative product idea for the food and beverage industry.

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Staying at the leading edge of agriculture

College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources Sciences Dean Brian Buhr talks about how the University of Minnesota is helping steer the evolution of agriculture.

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Architecture and Design

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.

U of M students collaborate with peers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design and the National University of Singapore.

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Exploring design and cuisine in Singapore

Design students experience a transformative learning abroad trip to Singapore.

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Talking autism-friendly colors with University of Minnesota

Selecting paint colors for your living room, office or classroom can be a big decision — one that impacts not only the feel of the room but the emotions of those within it. Research suggests color may play an even more important role for children with autism.

Arts and Humanities

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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.

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‘Everything you want is on the other side of fear’

Former stunt performer and one of Hollywood’s biggest directors David Leitch says that a liberal arts degree gives students an understanding of the world and the confidence to take risks.

Business and Management

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Research Brief

Social mindfulness can guide responsible online sharing

Professor Kathleen Vohs identifies social mindfulness as a way to consider the feelings of others before posting content online.

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Building better shelters

As executive director of Simpson Housing Services, a University of Minnesota graduate is watching a four-story shelter go up, along with hopefully the prospects of many it will serve.

Two students use their phone to take a picture of an invasive species.

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A student innovation eliminates invasive pests

College of Science and Engineering and Carlson School students combine their expertise to design an innovative Japanese beetle trap.

Campus Affairs

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Onward, with a degree to light the way

Each year, the University of Minnesota awards 15,000 degrees. These students talk about what they learned and where they’re going next.

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News Release

University of Minnesota navigates federal research funding disruptions

The Board of Regents discussed the University's work to navigate the current federal funding landscape and support for its research mission, statewide economic impact, and more as part of its May 2025 meetings.

News Release

Statewide economic impact of the University of Minnesota grows to $11.5 billion annually

As part of its May meeting, the Board of Regents will learn more about the University of Minnesota's statewide economic impact, according to a new independent analysis.

Education

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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.

A Black male teacher shows two young students something on a laptop.

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Making Minnesota schools more reflective of their students

Black Men Teach and the College of Education and Human Development aim to recruit more Black male teachers to Minnesota.

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Financial literacy for all

University of Minnesota student teaches U.S. financial systems to new Minnesotans.

Health

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Grilled meat and cancer risk

Drs. Robert Turesky and Logan Spector discuss their research about grilled meat and cancer risk.

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New gene-editing therapy shows early success in fighting advanced GI cancers

Researchers completed a first-in-human clinical trial to help the immune system fight advanced gastrointestinal cancers.

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Talking tick season with University of Minnesota

Expert discusses the outlook for this year’s tick season in Minnesota.

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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Talking road construction with University of Minnesota

Raphael Stern, a civil engineering professor and scholar in the Center for Transportation Studies, talks about what to expect during construction season.

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The unfolding drama of origami engineering

Using origami, University of Minnesota engineers design a stent to prevent brain aneurysms.

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A career where ‘failure is not an option’

What University of Minnesota graduate Paul Dye did is nothing short of amazing in the world of aviation and beyond.

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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