Katrina Pross
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To infinity and beyond: UMN to help NASA prepare for next moon landing
“It’s been a long-time fantasy to put a radio telescope on the moon, especially on the far side where there is no radio interference from Earth,” said Keith Goetz, a University physics professor leading the project.
UMN kidney research propelled by Trump's executive order
The University is known for its kidney transplants and research, and Dr. Mark Rosenberg, the vice dean for education and academic affairs at the Medical School, is leading some of its efforts.
UMN researcher works to make city streets safer for the visually impaired
Chen-Fu Liao, a researcher at the Center for Transportation Studies, is working to create an app that uses a Bluetooth system to help visually impaired pedestrians navigate city streets
Upcoming Supreme Court decision creates more uncertainty for DACA students
The U's Immigration Response Team is also recommending students consider reapplying early and has funding available to help students pay the filing costs.
UMN helps create first interior design program at a Nigerian University
A collaboration between the University of Minnesota and a Nigerian university has created the first interior design program in Nigeria.
With grant funding from Native American tribe, UMN to advance diabetes research
Native Americans in particular have the greatest chance of having diabetes than any other racial group in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Meet Joan Gabel, the new University of Minnesota president
Gabel officially stepped into her new role Monday, following Eric Kaler’s 8-year tenure. As the 17th president and the first woman to hold the position at the University, she said she hopes to hit the ground running.
Most graduate and professional student programs to see 3 percent tuition hike
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved a 3 percent tuition increase for most graduate and professional student programs Wednesday. Graduate student leaders are concerned about the impact the increase will have on students.
New student representatives to the Board of Regents look to next year
Student representatives to the board are responsible for attending regent meetings, where they serve as non-voting members on committees. The representatives speak on behalf of the student body and publish reports that include topics they want to bring to the regents’ attention.
UMN Board of Regents approves new leadership
University Board of Regents approve new leadership at Friday's meeting, making regent Ken Powell chair and regent Steve Sviggum vice chair of the University’s governing board.
