Projects

Feb. 13, 2012
Last week, the University of Minnesota battled a former student over Facebook, student conduct and the First Amendment. But the Minnesota Supreme Court’s ruling will affect more than just the school and Amanda Tatro.
Feb. 09, 2012
Both tuition and aid at the University have risen in recent years. This “high-tuition, high-aid” model expands access for low-income for students but often shifts costs and loans to the middle class.
By
  • Robert Downs
Feb. 02, 2012
Bao Khang lives in north Minneapolis and plays an essential role in her family – in the Hmong culture, family is valued above all else. But she’s planning on leaving for college, and with the new-found independence so too comes the longing for home.
By
  • Robert Downs
Feb. 01, 2012
Eighty-six percent of the graduating class in 2011 at Edina High School went on to pursue a four-year degree. Senior Tierra Davis talks about what it's like to be part of this majority as she looks ahead to graduating in the summer of 2012.
By
  • Robert Downs
Jan. 31, 2012
Ryan Bergerson, a senior at Lac qui Parle Valley High School in Madison, Minn., is the last of three siblings to leave his small-town family home. But first he must choose between the University of Minnesota and Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall.
Nov. 08, 2011
In one course, the class votes on rules in the syllabus.
Oct. 27, 2011
Adventure-learning bikers prepare for upcoming desert conditions in Chile.
Oct. 06, 2011
A new freshman seminar immerses students in the history of urban America.
Sep. 27, 2011
Sight-singing and ear-training classes are a first step for students trying to get into music programs.
Sep. 13, 2011
The class will also include history, culture, politics and other topics along the way as they relate to food and agriculture.
Mar. 09, 2011
Midterm elections across the country brought a significant change to Congress and many state Legislatures, and those changes have already resulted in aggressive new pro-gun legislation throughout the country.
Sep. 20, 2010
Members of the Somali community are torn over whether to condone a mild form of female circumcision as a rite of passage. Some believe U.S. doctors should be allowed to perform the procedure. Others are happy to do away with it.
Jul. 17, 2010
Arts and Entertainment reporters are on the scene in Chicago - Follow along all weekend.
Feb. 14, 2010
The study is one of several that links the disease to sugar consumption.
Jan. 17, 2010
The investigation follows a report concerning real estate dealings.
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