News & Events | University of Minnesota Topics Agriculture & Environment Architecture & Design Arts & Humanities Business & Management Campus Affairs Education Health Law & Policy Science & Technology Social Sciences Sports & Recreation All News For Journalists Events Feature Ecology in the urban world A multiyear, University of Minnesota-led study of the Twin Cities illuminates urban environmental challenges and solutions. Feature New Campus Center to spark major transformation of St. Paul campus A new Campus Center is the centerpiece of a major revitalization project for the St. Paul campus of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. News Release Assistant Professor Sivan Cohen Elias awarded a 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship Sivan Cohen Elias, a composer and assistant professor in the School of Music in the College of Liberal Arts on the University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus, has been awarded a 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. Agriculture and Environment Feature A dozen ways the University of Minnesota is protecting the environment This Earth Day, explore the various ways the University of Minnesota is addressing pressing environmental challenges. Feature Minnesota Master Naturalists guide children to green spaces The nonprofit organization Project Get Outdoors is powered by University of Minnesota Extension volunteers. Feature A look inside Minnesota NICE: Using ice cores to study climate history Researcher Peter Neff and his team are studying glaciers in Antarctica and British Columbia to gain insights about Earth’s recent climate history captured in ice. More Agriculture and Environment Stories Architecture and Design News Release University of Minnesota’s Northrop achieves LEED O+M gold certification for sustainability efforts LEED O+M Gold reflects Northrop's commitment to honoring a historic legacy while building for the future. Feature Landscape architecture students shape a more resilient future University of Minnesota students are designing landscapes with empathy and imagination. Feature A feast for eyes and intellect Let your imagination soar as you discover the treasure trove of open-air artworks gracing the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. More Architecture and Design Stories Arts and Humanities News Release Assistant Professor Sivan Cohen Elias awarded a 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship Sivan Cohen Elias, a composer and assistant professor in the School of Music in the College of Liberal Arts on the University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus, has been awarded a 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. Feature From storytelling to surgery: Medical students embrace the arts The University of Minnesota’s Center for the Art of Medicine is helping to educate more resilient physicians by integrating arts with medical school curriculum. Feature The museum as medical school training ground Can an art museum make you a better doctor? For University of Minnesota medical students engaging with the Weisman Art Museum, the answer is yes. More Arts and Humanities Stories Business and Management News Release University of Minnesota surpasses 300-startup milestone University innovations driving real‑world solutions to global challenges in health, sustainability and agriculture Research Brief New study debunks belief that introverts are better listeners Minnesota Carlson research suggests shifting away from personality-based assumptions to develop listening skills. Feature Minnesota Carlson students create strategy to grow dental access Minnesota Carlson students partnered with the nonprofit Ready, Set, Smile to expand pediatric dental care access in the Twin Cities. More Business and Management Stories Campus Affairs Feature New Campus Center to spark major transformation of St. Paul campus A new Campus Center is the centerpiece of a major revitalization project for the St. Paul campus of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Feature Partnering to ensure food security for students The University of Minnesota’s new partnership with Second Harvest Heartland is helping to expand the offerings of Boynton Health’s Nutritious U Food Pantry. News Release University of Minnesota reports continued progress supporting Native American students and strengthening Tribal partnerships The University of Minnesota Board of Regents today received an update on the University’s continued efforts to strengthen relationships with Tribal Nations, support Native American students and honor Tribal sovereignty. More Campus Affairs Stories Education Feature Check & Connect program pairs at-risk students with mentors, support A long-running student success model from the College of Education and Human Development expands to reach more students. Feature University of Minnesota transforms research and teaching through international residencies University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development faculty are redefining education by immersing themselves in diverse academic landscapes through the International Faculty Residency Program. Feature Students explore virtual reality as a tool for mental health professionals Virtual reality and artificial intelligence tools are expanding the immersive education possibilities at the University of Minnesota. More Education Stories Health Feature Students embrace ‘Free Mom Hugs’ with open arms A group of mothers has been offering “Free Mom Hugs” to University of Minnesota students this semester, brightening their days whether they knew they needed it or not. Research Brief Encouraging dieting and weight loss can shape youth body image into adulthood Young adults spend hours a day on social media platforms filled with exercise influencers, fitness trends and other appearance-focused content that can reinforce unrealistic body ideals. Research Brief Predicting who will develop blood clots Blood clots that form in veins — known as venous thromboembolisms — are a leading cause of illness and death worldwide. More Health Stories Law and Policy Feature Inspired to serve through law Minnesota Law student Liddy Patterson channels her childhood experience into a career in law and a passion for justice. Feature ‘Becoming someone different and someone better’ than she was before Humphrey School alumna Alishia Wright overcomes obstacles to find fulfilling work in public policy. Feature Minnesota Law students get a leg up with corporate externships Minnesota Law’s Corporate Externship Field Placement course sets students up for career success. More Law and Policy Stories Science and Technology Feature Ecology in the urban world A multiyear, University of Minnesota-led study of the Twin Cities illuminates urban environmental challenges and solutions. News Release University of Minnesota surpasses 300-startup milestone University innovations driving real‑world solutions to global challenges in health, sustainability and agriculture News Release Five University of Minnesota scholars honored as AAAS Fellows A group of scientists at the University have been recognized for their outstanding and impactful research in fields ranging from health to computing. More Science and Technology Stories Social Sciences Feature Is this the most fun internship at the University of Minnesota? A look at two students who help lead University of Minnesota Twin Cities social media. Expert Alert Exercising your communication skills in the new year Rima Kawas at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs can speak on using constructive dialogue to reconnect with family, friends and community members. Research Brief How social media use impacts teen body image Social media usage among teens is more prevalent than ever before. In recent years, researchers have begun investigating how much social media affects teen weight concerns and body image issues. A new study from the University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development and Stanford University uses an innovative method to track teen’s social media usage and body image over time. See All Stories Sports and Recreation Feature Gopher gymnastics team advances to Final Four For the first time in program history, the women’s gymnastics team has advanced to the Final Four of the NCAA Championships. Feature Two thrilling wins, a rockin’ Barn, and The Blanket Lady The Gopher women’s basketball team used huge big fourth-quarter rallies to beat Green Bay and Ole Miss and advance to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16. Feature Gophers to host first two rounds of NCAA tournament The women’s basketball team is back in the Big Dance as a No. 4 seed, and will open the tournament Friday against Green Bay at Williams Arena. More Sports and Recreation Stories Story Archive See All Stories In the News April 22, 2026 New app using AI aims to expand civic engagement in Minnesota MinnPost April 22, 2026 UMC officially dedicates Nielsen Family Wellness Center Grand Forks Herald April 22, 2026 What it takes to make elections secure and accessible MPR News Resources for Journalists The University Public Relations team for the Twin Cities campus is often the first call for journalists who seek help connecting to faculty experts or who wish to receive information about the University of Minnesota. From news releases to expert alerts to interviews on timely topics, University Public Relations provides the resources journalists need for their reporting in all areas of public interest. Resources for Journalists