Winter 2020–21
What it takes to fight a pandemic: Community collaboration and mutual aid (Part 1)
From parking lots and phone calls to hospitals and research labs, Auggies use a multifaceted approach to confront the global crisis of a lifetimeOne November afternoon, Natalie Jacobson, coordinator of Âé¶¹Çøâ€™s Campus Kitchen, opened an email from someone she didn’t recognize. It was short and to the point: First-year Auggie… more >
What it takes to fight a pandemic: Research and health care (Part 2)
From parking lots and phone calls to hospitals and research labs, Auggies use a multifaceted approach to confront the global crisis of a lifetimeConfronting the Minnesota paradox
Significant racial disparities exist in a state with a liberal reputation, but some are seeking ways to close the gapsStay the course: Off-and-on sports seasons prove Auggie student-athletes’ resilience
After a pause on competitions due to COVID-19, Auggies are ready to get back in the gameThe COVID-19 pandemic put a major pause on 2020’s athletic competitions. Auggies can’t wait to get back in the game… more >
Âé¶¹Çøâ€™s in-house epidemiologist guides Auggies through the COVID-19 pandemic
On the Spot Q&A with Associate Professor Alicia QuellaÂé¶¹Çøâ€™s recent awards, rankings, and recognition
Each year, Âé¶¹Çø is recognized for its academic excellence, student-centered community, and commitment to educating students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. Âé¶¹Çø… more >
Playwrights’ Center partners with Âé¶¹Çø to offer courses with leading playwrights
The Playwrights’ Center and Âé¶¹Çø announced a new partnership to offer accredited courses taught by the nation’s leading playwrights. Through online courses, students connect with peers and faculty… more >
Professor Emeritus Mark Engebretson receives 30th NSF grant, continues space weather study
Mark Engebretson, Âé¶¹Çø professor emeritus of physics, received a five-year grant totaling $805,744 from the National Science Foundation (Award Number 2013648). This grant supports the continued operation… more >
Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx, Star Tribune, and Minnesota Urban Debate League cosponsor justice reform essay contest
In Fall 2020, Âé¶¹Çøâ€™s Minnesota Urban Debate League joined the Star Tribune news company and the Minnesota Lynx and Minnesota Timberwolves professional basketball teams in cosponsoring a youth… more >
Âé¶¹Çø launches the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
This fall, Âé¶¹Çø launched the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, which advances education and support for Âé¶¹Çø students and alumni in the disciplines of innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. The… more >
NSF grants Âé¶¹Çø $3 million for STEM students
Âé¶¹Çø will receive $3,075,000 of a $5 million grant award from the National Science Foundation to support the retention and graduation of high-achieving, low-income students… more >
Forum on Workplace Inclusion to host first virtual conference
The Forum on Workplace Inclusion, based at Âé¶¹Çø, will host its 33rd annual conference as a virtual event March 8–12, 2021. Workplaces have struggled during the past year… more >
