The Minnesota Republic

University of Minnesota Hosts the 2023 NCAA DI Men’s Swimming and Diving Championships

Maggie Fliszar, Editor • March 29, 2023

The NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships is an annual event that brings together the top collegiate swimmers and divers from across the United States. The event is typically held over three days...

3 Simple Easy College Friendly Recipes

Haley Wolff, Contributor • February 22, 2023

Tired of the same old meals in your limited college kitchen? Below are 3 simple and easy college friendly recipes that include ingredients you're sure to have. From a whole new recipe, to spicing up a...

Students Crave a Story

Luke Rexing, Editor • February 22, 2023

As a student here at the University of Minnesota, I feel I have an obligation to voice my comments, concerns, and questions that I have for the education system that I find myself to be a part of. I am...

Can Gophers Basketball turn around their Recent Struggles?

Alex Sharp, Contributor • February 8, 2023

The Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball team has been struggling recently. This is unfortunately nothing new, with several disappointing seasons in a row. The team, which once had a strong reputation as...

A History of Hockey in Minnesota

Will Sherry • January 25, 2023

Hockey in Minnesota has a rich and storied history that spans over a century. The sport first began to gain popularity in the state in the late 19th century, and since then, it has grown to become one...

Spring Events at the University of Minnesota

Maggie Fliszar, Editor • January 25, 2023

Class is back in full swing at the University of Minnesota after a well-deserved winter break. Activities and events are plentiful around campus and offer fun opportunities for a wide range of interests....

The President’s Mistress

Luke Rexing, Contributor • September 30, 2022

Recently I was in a lecture for one of my classes that covers two credits that I need to graduate: Race, Power, and Justice in the United States, and Historical Perspectives. The class is called Chasing...

7 of THE BEST Coffee Places in the Twin Cities for University of Minnesota Students

Alyssa Abke, Editor • February 3, 2022

Café Astoria 180 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55102 This is by far the best coffee place in East St. Paul, maybe even in the entire Twin Cities. Café Astoria is known for their delicious pastries, smoothie...

College Basketball is Back

Jake Miller, Contributor • December 1, 2021

It has been about a month since college basketball has been back and there have already been crazy games, crazy stories, and the best part crazy atmospheres. The first week of college basketball had...

Minnesota Governor Targets College Students With Harsh New Restrictions

Max Fagan, Contributor • November 19, 2020

Governor Walz has come out to speak twice now in the month of November, trying to explain that now that winter is coming and the temperatures are dropping, our cases seem to be rising again. He said the...

A Very Different Start – Life In The Dorms During COVID-19

Alyssa Abke, Contributor • October 10, 2020

Amid a pandemic, time stops for no one, even college students. While the University of Minnesota is taking many precautions to keep students safe on campus during the age of COVID-19, this year remains...

Why Don’t They Just Eat Cake?

COVID-19 has Vindicated the Academic Elite

Avery Heinen, Staff Writer • October 8, 2020

For centuries, higher education was an option only for the select few and the university was an elitist institution. However, in modern times, the disparity in the enrollment of diverse students has been...