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April Events at The University of Minnesota

April Events at The University of Minnesota

Maggie Fliszar, Editor April 12, 2023

The University of Minnesota has a wide range of events scheduled for the month of April, with something to appeal to every student's interests. These events include virtual and in-person events planned...

Employment at the University of Minnesota Faces More Issues

Employment at the University of Minnesota Faces More Issues

Thomas Olenchek, Contributor March 29, 2023

The University of Minnesota has a total of 6 dining halls for residents and students at the U. These dining halls provide a fast number of food options and alternatives to best suit their students' lifestyles....

Unionization Efforts at University of Minnesota

Unionization Efforts at University of Minnesota

Jack Radomski, Editor March 29, 2023

Graduate students at the University of Minnesota recently joined a nationwide effort of graduate students to unionize. The Graduate Labor Union–United Electrical collected over 2,800 union cards since...

SEC indicts Crypto boss and multiple celebrities over wash trades

SEC indicts Crypto boss and multiple celebrities over wash trades

Alex Sharp, Contributor March 29, 2023

In recent years, cryptocurrency has become a popular investment option for people from all walks of life, including but not limited to teenagers, adults, and celebrities. With the rise of digital assets...

Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley Visits the Humphrey School to Explore the Future of the Filibuster

Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley Visits the Humphrey School to Explore the Future of the Filibuster

Joshua Klopp, Editor March 29, 2023

On March 24 the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs hosted Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley for a thoughtful conversation with Professor Larry Jacobs. They discussed the past, present, and future of...

Nuclear Power Plant Leaks

Charlie Eggers, Editor March 29, 2023

This year we have seen numerous environmental disasters. In 2023 alone the United States is averaging 1 chemical disaster a day. Some are of course larger than others. For instance, the East Palestine...

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis campus, East Bank.

Minnesota Politics: A History

Will Sherry, Contributor March 15, 2023

Minnesota has a rich political history dating back to the territorial period in the mid-19th century. Over the years, the state has produced a number of influential political leaders who have shaped the...

Why is CPAC Important?

Why is CPAC Important?

Jacob Gregor, President March 15, 2023

Understanding CPAC: What You Need to Know The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) is an annual event in the United States that brings together conservative activists, politicians, and other...

Tesla's Price Cuts could impact the EV industry as a whole

Tesla’s Price Cuts could impact the EV industry as a whole

Alex Sharp, Contributor February 27, 2023

Tesla's recent price cuts for its electric vehicles (EVs) have been a major talking point in the automotive industry, with many people speculating about what this means for the future of EVs. The price...

Graduate Students at the University of Minnesota Aim to Unionize

Graduate Students at the University of Minnesota Aim to Unionize

Maggie Fliszar, Editor February 24, 2023

Graduate students at the University of Minnesota are in the midst of a debate regarding whether or not they should form a union. This topic has garnered attention both on and off campus, with individuals...

Murderer on the Loose

Murderer on the Loose

Thomas Olenchek, Contributor February 22, 2023

Ralph Apmann is a 58-year-old man from Windom, Minnesota. On Febuary 13, 2023, Apmann was found guilty for the second-degree unintentional murder of Morales Rivera. On August 26, 2021 Rivera was found...

Blizzard Safety: What to do When Disaster Strikes

Jacob Gregor, President February 22, 2023

As the winter season sets in, it’s important to be prepared for extreme weather conditions, especially when driving. While modern cars are designed to handle harsh weather, there are times when the unexpected...

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