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Here's the new University of Minnesota president's plan for the challenges awaiting her

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Rebecca Cunningham begins her term as president on Monday, as the U is grappling with the future of its medical programs, tensions over the Israel-Hamas war and retractions of two major research papers.

Thursday, Jun 27

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University of Minnesota President Admits He Did Not Understand Anti-Israel Statement but Signed Anyway to Appease Activists

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Jeff Ettinger told lawmakers that he made a mistake in issuing the statement, as he did not recognize the Arabic text’s anti-Israel claims.

Wednesday, Jun 26

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University of Minnesota Faculty Senate votes to express 'no confidence' in interim president

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The largely symbolic vote comes as Jeff Ettinger's term leading the U of M ends and amid ongoing debate over academic freedom and tensions over the Israel-Hamas war.

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Standout college football player Teigan Martin dies in Minnesota crash

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Martin led Mayer Lutheran to a state title in 2021 and was a tight end at the University of South Florida.

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University of Minnesota retracts pioneering studies in stem cells, Alzheimer's disease

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Years after questions were raised about their integrity, two of the University of Minnesota's highest-profile scientific discoveries have been retracted in one week—one that offered hope over the therapeutic potential of stem cells and the…

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Landmark University of Minnesota papers on Alzheimer's disease and stem cells retracted

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Discoveries elevated the profile of the University of Minnesota, which took years to investigate claims of errors and misconduct.

Tuesday, Jun 25

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Interim University of Minnesota president faces Senate committee probing antisemitism concerns

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College leaders across the country have faced scrutiny over their responses to the Israel-Hamas war. The Minnesota hearing is happening in Jeff Ettinger's final week as interim president.

Monday, Jun 24

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Minneapolis to University of Minnesota fraternities: Get that AstroTurf off your lawn

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Despite advances in drainage, Minneapolis still considers synthetic grass an "impervious surface," and elected officials aren't backing down in U zoning spat.

Sunday, Jun 23

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Saturday, Jun 22

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When you think of University of Minnesota medicine, do you think of community health?

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You can, because although we're celebrated for high-profile achievements, we've had a long presence in that equally important area of practice.

Friday, Jun 21

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Minnesota's Smackin' sunflower seeds a hit in the dugout and beyond

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Propelled by TikTok, the co-founders and former University of Minnesota roommates want to conquer the market.

Tuesday, Jun 18

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Minnesota State system freezes tuition for most students, but some fees could rise

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Minnesota lawmakers required the freeze, and some trustees suggested asking for additional flexibility. Many schools, including St. Cloud State University, are facing budget cuts.

University of Minnesota could add cocktails, bottle service into the mix at stadiums

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Athletics Director Mark Coyle said Big Ten competitiveness and fan experiences are driving the proposal to expand liquor offerings and sales in the stands.

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University of Minnesota Students Win Checkoff’s New Product Competition

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The students created Yay-tost, a creamy Norwegian-style, brown, whey-based cheese spread that offers health-conscious consumers a good source of protein, contains 3 grams of dietary fiber and is an excellent source of calcium. The product…

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Minnesota youth hockey camp creates Adam Johnson Memorial Scholarship to honor the late alum

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A Minnesota youth hockey camp is honoring the life of late alum Adam Johnson with a scholarship in his honor. The Bulldog Hockey Camp that takes place at the University of Minnesota-Duluth's arena will for the first time have a Adam…

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PWHL Minnesota forward Sophia Kunin retires from professional hockey

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Sophia Kunin, formerly Sophia Shaver, was a standout at Wayzata High School and the University of Wisconsin, scoring the winning goal in the NCAA title game for the Badgers in 2019.

Saturday, Jun 15

University of Minnesota approves tuition increases

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Increases for Twin Cities students are the highest in over a decade.

Friday, Jun 14

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University of Minnesota announces new American Indian Studies degree. It's a first in the Midwest.

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A TRUTH Project report released last year called on the U leaders to repair their relationships with tribes and atone for centuries of abuses. One of the recommendations was to create a new Ph.D. program.

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University of Minnesota president says search for director of Holocaust center will resume in 2025

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The move comes one week after the university offered the job to Israeli historian Raz Segal.

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University of Minnesota will rename Nicholson Hall after regents OK change

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Faculty say their research raises concerns about Edward Nicholson's role stoking antisemitism and political repression.