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What Kate Peterson learned from the pandemic is that students view their lives as one connected whole. The University of Minnesota Libraries offer support that matches that reality, from mental health clinics to PAWS (@boyntonhealth) and quiet study spaces. z.umn.edu/axbq
December 8, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Drinking water is one of the most important factors in our day-to-day health. Yet, many Minnesotans rarely think about it, thanks to our abundant water supplies, strong protections and well-coordinated network of water professionals at the state and local levels. 🚰 z.umn.edu/auhc
December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
As students head back to school, extracurriculars offer a chance for kids to grow and explore beyond the classroom. Programs like 4-H help foster key skills like teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving, supporting youth development across Minnesota. z.umn.edu/av59
November 17, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Your doctor. Your nurse. Your veterinarian.

Chances are, they trained at the University of Minnesota. President Cunningham explains why Minnesota’s only public medical school is essential to our state and advancing the health of all Minnesotans.
November 7, 2025 at 9:45 PM
"We’re pretty sure they’re not good for us,” Simcik says. “That’s good enough for me to try to get rid of them.” PFAS chemicals are everywhere, and experts are concerned about their links to health issues like cancer. z.umn.edu/au60
October 31, 2025 at 8:05 PM
The UMN's new Broadening Excellence in Economics program gives undergraduates hands-on research experience with the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank. Students gain real-world skills, connect with a global alumni network, and prepare for careers in economics, finance, and beyond. z.umn.edu/apmw
October 29, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The University of Minnesota brings color and beauty to public spaces. These flowering shrubs, like azaleas and chrysanthemums, meet the public’s demand and transform parks, streets, and gardens across Minnesota. 🪴 z.umn.edu/as9v
October 17, 2025 at 8:08 PM
A few magical weeks bring crisp air and fallen leaves, with maples ablaze in crimson and oaks glowing gold. As days grow shorter and nights cooler, chlorophyll fades to reveal the brilliant colors of fall. 🍁🍂 z.umn.edu/arqb
October 15, 2025 at 5:27 PM
New research from the University of Minnesota shows that combining Indigenous knowledge and Western science can guide fire restoration, enhance forest resilience, and support tribal sovereignty while helping communities adapt to a warming future. z.umn.edu/arg7
October 13, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Last Fall, the first sustainable aviation fuel made from Minnesota-grown winter camelina powered a Delta Air Lines flight from the Twin Cities to New York City. ✈️ z.umn.edu/arg1
October 8, 2025 at 6:58 PM
New research shows lead pollution in Twin Cities greenspaces is affecting butterfly health, with some species more tolerant than others. Butterflies in polluted areas have higher lead levels and smaller wings. The study shows pollution harms both wildlife and people. 🦋 z.umn.edu/ar9q
October 3, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Gopher student-athletes and UMN Law students team up in Minnesota Law’s Sports & NIL Clinic to protect agreements, empower smart decisions, navigate deals, gain real-world experience, and shape best practices in the fast-changing NIL world. 〽️ z.umn.edu/apn0 @umnlawschool.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 8:10 PM
With thousands of courses and more than 150 majors and minors to choose from, students at the University of Minnesota can study just about anything that piques their interest, from AI to rocketry, insects to esports, and anything in between. z.umn.edu/apnc
September 19, 2025 at 7:55 PM
University of Minnesota occupational therapy (OT) students are empowering drivers through a partnership with CarFit, an educational program by AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association. It helps car owners make adjustments to fit their unique needs. 🚘 z.umn.edu/aovl
September 10, 2025 at 5:06 PM
New Gophers, same tradition. Welcome, Class of 2029! 〽️
August 28, 2025 at 1:53 PM
The University of Minnesota is excited to welcome over 12,000 new students, as well as tens of thousands of returning students across the state for the 2025-2026 academic year. #umnproud️️z.umn.edu/anf4
August 26, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Bees are fascinating. They communicate. They pollinate. They make sweet, delicious honey. They dance. And they work—hard. Throughout the world, there are about 20,000 species of bees, and honeybees alone contribute about $20 billion to the U.S. crop growing economy annually. z.umn.edu/an72
August 22, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Since 2014, the U of M’s Driven to Discover has brought research to the State Fair, connecting with over 2M visitors each year. It’s where curiosity and community come together to shape Minnesota’s future. z.umn.edu/an5e
August 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
University of Minnesota pharmacist Mark Schneiderhan wants patients to know that mental health medications, when used correctly, don’t change who you are—they help you feel more like yourself. z.umn.edu/ako2
August 15, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Over the past year, more than 600 Gopher student-athletes have contributed to the academic and athletic success of the Twin Cities athletics department, highlighting achievements that unite our community. z.umn.edu/akbt
July 16, 2025 at 5:36 PM
University of Minnesota researchers completed a first-in-human trial using CRISPR/Cas9 to boost the immune response against advanced GI cancers. One patient saw tumors vanish and stay gone for over two years, offering new hope for late-stage cancer. z.umn.edu/ak4b
July 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Life’s ultimate origin will never be known, but one professor and his team are getting as close as possible, simulating conditions on Earth 4 billion years ago and testing 10 trillion chemicals for potential involvement. 🌎 z.umn.edu/ajwq
July 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM
As the school year winds down, Katie Schuver, a lecturer in the School of Kinesiology, discusses why it’s important for children to stay active over the summer. ☀️ z.umn.edu/aibz
July 7, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Christine Leonard sees cheese as a way to tell a story; where it came from, who made it, and why it matters. At The Grater Good, she shares farmstead cheeses rooted in Minnesota agriculture and her 4-H journey. 🧀 z.umn.edu/ajcc
June 30, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This year marks 50 Years of Hmong resettlement in Minnesota, UMN assistant professor Pao Houa Her is capturing the journey to her powerful photography. Her work explores the Hmong diaspora, from memories of war to the search for homeland, while celebrating resilience and identity. 📷
June 27, 2025 at 6:03 PM