Systemwide

The U of M has multiple programs that allow Minnesota students to earn college credit while in high school, including College in the Schools and Postsecondary Enrollment Options offered through the Twin Cities campus. These programs are available to students across the state, not just those living in the metro area. 

Both new and returning students will soon continue their educational adventures at the University of Minnesota this fall, and when they do, they’ll have thousands of courses to choose from.

Minnesota’s beloved waters, fish, forests, and other natural treasures are under attack from invaders like carp, spiny water fleas, zebra mussels, the emerald ash borer, and buckthorn. 

Heidi Roop, is joining the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy on a temporary assignment as the Assistant Director for Climate Services

The University of Minnesota offers a wide range of religious-based organizations for students to join, providing students with the opportunity to gain community and grow in their religion.

Female University student leaders reflect on empowering others throughout Women’s History Month.

The challenge is a nationwide competition among colleges and universities to reduce waste generated at home football games. UMN beat out 54 other universities to win!

On September 5, 2024, Twin Cities Parking and Transportation Services hosted a Transportation Fair at Coffman Memorial Union. 

The 12-day run of the Minnesota State Fair is also a great University of Minnesota get-together! Learn about all the ways you can keep up with the latest from the UMN while at the Fair. 

For the third year in a row, the University of Minnesota participated in the Times Higher Ed (THE) Impact Rankings. The 2024 rankings evaluated 2,152 universities from 125 countries/regions, comparing their efforts to conduct teaching, research, outreach and stewardship that support a more sustainable, equitable and healthy future.