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Rendering of the building design for the renewed chemistry labs facility

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U of M celebrates investments in world-class undergraduate chemistry facility

State and University officials joined faculty and students to celebrate the investments and renovations that will transform 95-year-old Fraser Hall and the University’s chemistry education, which will fuel Minnesota’s future workforce.

Ettinger standing outside, near large columns on campus

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University statement on appointees to the Governor’s Task Force on Academic Health at the University of Minnesota

Read Interim President Jeff Ettinger's statement on the appointments to the Governor’s Task Force on Academic Health at the University of Minnesota.

Aerial view of the U of M Duluth campus with Lake Superior in the background

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Twin Cities’ top-25 status, Duluth’s continued rise highlight U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings

US News and World Report rankings reaffirm U of M's systemwide commitment to providing a top-tier education.

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Dear Minnesota

At all five of our U of M System campuses, our dedication to discovery inspires our students and sparks creative solutions to the challenges of our time. We’re proud to share these stories.

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Profile for U of M’s 18th president begins to take shape

The University's Board of Regents outlined key characteristics that will help shape the job description for the System's next president.

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Laura Coates, CNN Anchor and Chief Legal Analyst, Named U of M Homecoming Grand Marshal

The attorney, journalist and author has become a national voice hosting conversations on politics and the law.

Aerial view of the Morris campus and surrounding area

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Investment in existing facilities continues to be U of M priority

Asset preservation continues to be the wisest, most cost-effective investment to protect and extend the lifespan of these facilities that serve and have been invested in by Minnesotans.

Pregnant person speaking with doctor in medical setting

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U of Minnesota, UCare announce steps to improve health equity and access in underserved communities

The University and UCare announced a new collaboration that strengthens their shared commitment and service to underserved Minnesotans and settles a recent lawsuit over governance

University of Minnesota students seated at Convocation

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The Class of 2027 arrives at U of M Twin Cities, setting records and representing Minnesota’s diversity

An exceptional class of new students arrives on the Twin Cities campus for Welcome Week.

Portrait of Melisa López Franzen standing in front of a vibrant artwork

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University of Minnesota hires executive director of Government and Community Relations

Melisa López Franzen will serve as the University's new executive director of Government and Community Relations, advancing the interests of the entire University of Minnesota System at the Capitol in Saint Paul, in Washington, D.C., and among our community partners and neighbors.

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University leaders issue statements on The Governor’s Task Force on Academic Health at the University of Minnesota

Board of Regents Chair Janie Mayeron, Interim President Jeff Ettinger, and Dr. Jakub Tolar, vice president for clinical affairs and Dean of the Medical School, issued statements about Governor Tim Walz's executive order creating the Governor’s Task Force on Academic Health at the University of Minnesota.

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U of M emphasizes continued focus on Tribal relationships

An annual report on Native American affairs outlines the University's continued action to rebuild and strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities.

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Athletics celebrates Golden Gopher success in the classroom and in competition

During its July meeting, the Board of Regents will hear about the achievements of Twin Cities campus student-athletes and the ways the Athletics department is working to support their success.

An illustration of a line of lightbulbs, the farthest left lightbulb appearing lit.

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U of M, in partnership with DEED, invests $2.5M in venture capital funds

The University of Minnesota today announced investments totaling $2.5 million across multiple Minnesota venture capital funds that will ultimately benefit start-up companies in the state.

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Board of Regents approves U of M annual operating budget

The Board's approval follows a full budget review, public forum and online public comment period in recent weeks.

View of people walking on the Twin Cities campus in the spring.

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U of M investments in staff and policy enhance public transparency

During its June meetings, the Board of Regents discussed how larger staff and greater efficiency enabled continued accountability amid record-level public records requests from the University.

Image from the inaugural U of M Juneteenth Celebration in 2022. Credit: King Nemuel Visuals/Nemuel Sereti

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University of Minnesota presents 2nd annual Juneteenth celebration and commemorative march: The Art of Freedom

On Saturday, June 17, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities will host its 2nd Annual U of M Juneteenth Celebration from noon to 6 p.m. in North Minneapolis.

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U of M proposed budget focuses on maintaining progress toward strategic goals

Regents will accept public comment on budget, online and in-person

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U of M system ranks eighth in US in the 2023 impact rankings

For the second year in a row, the University of Minnesota (U of M) participated in the Times Higher Ed Impact Rankings (THE Impact Rankings), which in 2023 ranked submissions for 1,591 institutions from 112 countries/regions.

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U of M interim president contract approved

Board of Regents approved Jeff Ettinger’s contract, finalized details of Joan Gabel’s departure