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From the front lines to the classroom

Military veteran Andrew Jaunich is pursuing a longtime goal of earning his master's degree in public policy at the Humphrey School.

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The future of free speech online

In 2021, Texas and Florida passed state laws limiting how social media companies, such as Facebook and X, regulate content on their platforms. The Texas law “bars social-media platforms with at least 50 million active users from blocking, removing, or ‘demonetizing’ content based on the users’ views,” while the Florida law stops social media companies from banning political candidates or journalistic enterprises.

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Legalizing marijuana in Minnesota

Peter Morrell, a professor in the Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics, is available to provide expert commentary as Minnesotans prepare for this transition.

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A Minnesota Law degree leads to a Super Bowl ring

An interview with U of M alum Emily Lekahal, assistant general counsel with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Expert Alert: Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action

Jennifer Pierce of the College of Liberal Arts comments on the impact of the Supreme Court ruling on diversity in higher education.

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New funding for high-speed internet access across the country

On June 26, President Biden announced how $42.5 billion will be distributed across the country to expand access to broadband internet. Each state will receive at least $107 million in funding, with the goal to provide high-speed internet access to all by 2030.

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Justice Department report revives police reform discussion in Minneapolis

Sociologist Michelle Phelps of the College of Liberal Arts is available to comment on police reform in the wake of the Department of Justice investigation.

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A dedicated pathway to peace

Since early in her life, graduate student Hortense Minishi has devoted herself to international human rights.

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A chance to ‘nerd out’ about policy issues

Master’s student Gustave Stewart hopes to help make cities and communities healthier and more equitable.

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An advocate for energy justice

Humphrey School student Alexa Carrera wants to help write energy policies that benefit everyone.

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The doctor and the policy person

After years of practicing medicine, Hannah Lichtsinn is pursuing a Master of Public Affairs to help lead change on big societal issues.

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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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ChatGPT goes to law school

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.