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New student-led initiative is fighting to make cancer information accessible across cultures
5+ hour, 38+ min ago (484+ words) Prometheus Cancer Literacy Initiative, an independent student-led initiative co-founded by a University of Minnesota student, is working to make cancer information culturally respectful and accessible in 15 languages. The organization’s mission is to make evidence-based cancer information clear, accessible and available…...
UMN researchers create the world’s first synthetic cell
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (1013+ words) In a July 1 research brief, the University of Minnesota announced University researchers have created the world’s first-ever synthetic cell. SpudCell is the first artificial cell that is able to feed, grow and perform a complete life cycle. It is made…...
UMN student band “Aphid” releases its first EP: “Sucker”
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (1084+ words) “Aphid”, a band composed of four University of Minnesota students, released their debut EP: “Sucker,” on July 10, strategically combining the artists’ unique inspirations and skills to create a dynamic, multi-genre collection of songs. Vocalist and guitarist Isaac Schroeder, drummer Jack…...
Join the summer swing dance scene at the historic Wabasha Street Caves
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (709+ words) Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned dancer, the Wabasha Street Caves invite everyone to spend a fun summer night doing swing dancing lessons with live music. Every Thursday at 6 p.m., doors open at the Wabasha Street Caves for…...
Making a Minnesota lake summer possible for everyone
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (1880+ words) LUCAS VASQUEZ: Hello everybody, I’m your host Lucas Vasquez from the Minnesota Daily, and welcome back to another episode of In The Know, a podcast dedicated to the University of Minnesota. Today, we are diving into a staple of our…...
Opinion: Online communication, paradoxically, both connects and isolates
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (886+ words) While this may be the understatement of the century, COVID-19 had a serious impact on me growing up. A global respiratory pandemic striking right as you prepare to make the transition into high school isn’t exactly conducive to forming new…...
University of Minnesota Police reports stabbing in Dinkytown
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (196+ words) The University of Minnesota Police Department reported that a stabbing occurred earlier this morning at 405 15th Ave. SE near Identity Dinkytown Apartments, according to a SAFE-U alert issued at 10:12 a.m. Minneapolis Police on the scene reported that the stabbing was not life…...
Editorial Cartoon: The double standard of weight shaming
1+ week, 4+ hour ago (24+ words) The post Editorial Cartoon: The double standard of weight shaming appeared first on The Minnesota Daily. Editorial Cartoon: The double standard of weight shaming...
Shifts in the UMN’s Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication leadership begin national search
1+ week, 5+ hour ago (941+ words) In the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota, two leaders’ decisions to move on from their positions at the school have sparked a national search for new leadership. Earlier this summer, HSJMC Director Elisia…...
Community at Canterbury Park horse races: Race days have something for everyone
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (689+ words) For more than 40 years, Canterbury Park has been the horse racing hub of Minnesota. Today, the crowds span a wide range. Between the horses, the racing, the food and beverage options, the special events and the bets, there is something…...