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Shaghek Manjikian holds a sign reading "Proud"

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Bringing her knowledge home

International Fulbright student Shaghek Manjikian is focusing on arbitration at the U of M Law School.

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When ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence chatbot, was tasked with responding to University of Minnesota Law School questions from exams in several legal subject areas and graded blindly with a group of real student tests, it consistently achieved low but passing grades.

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Minnesota to consider driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants

Ryan Allen with the Humphrey School of Public Affairs is available to comment on an upcoming hearing about undocumented immigrants receiving driver’s licenses.

Corey Dawson receives diploma on stage with Oscar the dog at side.

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Service dog helps military vet earn his master’s degree

Oscar the dog accompanied Corey Dawson every step of the way, even across the commencement stage.

Portrait of Professor Terry sitting outside with trees and grass in the background.

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New FCC broadband maps are agency’s last chance to resolve Minnesota's digital divide

Christopher Terry with the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication is available to comment on the potential impact of newly released broadband maps.

Two bicyclists cruise in front of a Metro Transit bus in Minneapolis.

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Mapping happiness in your daily commute

The Humphrey School's Yingling Fan measures transportation and happiness through a community-based research project.

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Creating a more just society

The U of M Law School’s new Racial Justice Law Clinic will tackle discriminatory practices and fight for individuals and communities facing race-based oppression through the law, creating a new generation of lawyers who are prepared to advocate for justice and change.

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Implications of the global home food delivery revolution

What’s on the menu for today’s consumers? Eating in. Globally, people have increasingly been getting their meals delivered by third parties such as Doordash, Grubhub or UberEats.

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Supreme Court limits EPA’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions

Following the Supreme Court’s decision to limit the ability of the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, Associate Professor Gabe Chan provides expert comment on the implications for energy transition and climate.

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New FTC guidelines for social media influencers

Christopher Terry with the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication is available to comment on the potential impact of a new ruling by the Federal Trade Commission on advertising disclosures by social media influencers.

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How AV policies impact social equity

A new study from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs shows how AVs could impact social equity.

Osman says the grateful smiles of elders and the laughter of children kept her going when things got tough.

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Once a refugee herself, student organizes relief mission to Somalia

Law student Samia Osman spent her winter break fact-finding and delivering humanitarian aid to her drought-stricken native land.

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U.S. Supreme Court nomination

Christina Ewing comments on what Americans can expect in the coming Supreme Court nomination.

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Philsan Isaak: A brilliant undergrad

With an eye toward law school, Philsan Isaak wants to do her part to make the world a better place.

Emily Buchholz, Molly Mckinsey, and Edmond Pine examine honeycomb held by Susan Brown, owner of Mademoiselle Miel, on the roof of her shop ~Photo by Tony Nelson.

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Minnesota Law students help bee nonprofit to get airborne

Law students Molly McKinsey and Edmund Pine got a honey of an assignment assisting a local business.

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Kate Beane: Returning home, restoring a name

The epitome of a lifelong learner, Kate Beane has worked tirelessly to understand the links between the historic and contemporary experiences of her Native community.

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Tadd Johnson: Building relationships from the ground up

Since becoming the senior director of American Indian Tribal Nations Relations, Tadd Johnson has opened a meaningful dialogue between the U of M and Minnesota’s tribes.

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Korina Barry: Creating 'the community we deserve'

As U of M alumna Korina Barry transitions from a career in child welfare to a new position in Indigenous advocacy, she reflects on her own personal journey.

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A nontraditional student finds his calling in law

A former truck driver and a father of four, Brandon Redmon's interests include labor law and civil rights.

Image of University of Minnesota Law School Professor Fionnuala D. Ní Aoláin

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Women in Afghanistan

University of Minnesota Law School Professor Fionnuala D. Ní Aoláin is available to provide expert comment on the special challenges faced by women with the return of Taliban control in Afghanistan.