University of Minnesota hosts virtual commencement for Class of 2020
The University of Minnesota will host a systemwide virtual commencement to celebrate graduates on May 16. This year’s celebration features recorded remarks by Board of Regents Chair Ken Powell and President Joan Gabel, and includes a personalized slide for each graduate.
The University of Minnesota will host a systemwide virtual commencement to celebrate graduates on May 16. This year’s celebration features recorded remarks by Board of Regents Chair Ken Powell and President Joan Gabel, and includes a personalized slide for each graduate.
The race to find a vaccine is on at the U, how the Minnesota team is taking a different approach
Dozens of vaccine trials are underway around the world, including at the University of Minnesota, but the U is headed a different direction than most. Dr. Ryan Langlois joined the Morning Buzz to chat about what makes their research unique and how fast a vaccine could be developed.
Dozens of vaccine trials are underway around the world, including at the University of Minnesota, but the U is headed a different direction than most. Dr. Ryan Langlois joined the Morning Buzz to chat about what makes their research unique and how fast a vaccine could be developed.
U of M gets $35M gift to establish 1st-of-its-kind institute on childhood, adolescent brain development
The University of Minnesota announced Tuesday it has received a $35 million donation from the Minnesota Masonic Charities to establish a first-of-its-kind institute devoted to brain development during early childhood and adolescence.
The University of Minnesota announced Tuesday it has received a $35 million donation from the Minnesota Masonic Charities to establish a first-of-its-kind institute devoted to brain development during early childhood and adolescence.
Minnesota adds four-star running back to highly touted 2021 recruit class
It's unclear what college football will look like in 2020, but when the Minnesota Gophers take the field in 2021 they could be doing so with a ton of talent.
It's unclear what college football will look like in 2020, but when the Minnesota Gophers take the field in 2021 they could be doing so with a ton of talent.
University of Minnesota leaders review dismal outlook for budget as COVID-19 disruption continues
University leaders presented a dismal outlook for the 2020-21 budget on Thursday.
University leaders presented a dismal outlook for the 2020-21 budget on Thursday.
Minnesota leaders to provide guidelines for graduation ceremonies Friday
Minnesota state leaders will be announcing guidelines Friday morning for graduation ceremonies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release.
Minnesota state leaders will be announcing guidelines Friday morning for graduation ceremonies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release.
U of M team invents new way to protect healthcare workers treating COVID-19 patients
A team of researchers at the University of Minnesota has created a new design for a patient isolation unit. The ventilator box helps to protect healthcare workers while treating patients with respiratory issues. One of the physicians behind the innovation, Dr. Kumar Belani, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to chat about how the unit works.
A team of researchers at the University of Minnesota has created a new design for a patient isolation unit. The ventilator box helps to protect healthcare workers while treating patients with respiratory issues. One of the physicians behind the innovation, Dr. Kumar Belani, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to chat about how the unit works.
University of Minnesota infectious disease experts outline 3 scenarios for COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Minnesota's Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy is outlining its recommendations for the next steps in the COVID-19 pandemic response by looking at three possible scenarios for how the virus will impact the public.
The University of Minnesota's Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy is outlining its recommendations for the next steps in the COVID-19 pandemic response by looking at three possible scenarios for how the virus will impact the public.
Picking the brain of the Gopher who won the Jeopardy! College Championship - how he prepared to win big
One of the brightest minds at the U of M recently got to show off on the world stage. Sophomore Nibir Sarma took home the top prize on the Jeopardy! College Championship. We picked his brain about how he prepared for the show, and what he has planned for the $100,000 in prize money.
One of the brightest minds at the U of M recently got to show off on the world stage. Sophomore Nibir Sarma took home the top prize on the Jeopardy! College Championship. We picked his brain about how he prepared for the show, and what he has planned for the $100,000 in prize money.
How are the plant closures impacting grocery store supply chains?
With meat processing plants closing due to COVID-19 outbreaks, there are concerns on how this will impact the supply chain to grocery stores.
With meat processing plants closing due to COVID-19 outbreaks, there are concerns on how this will impact the supply chain to grocery stores.
University of Minnesota braces for projected $324 million loss in worst case COVID-19 scenario
Both the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State Universities are bracing lawmakers for extreme losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Both the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State Universities are bracing lawmakers for extreme losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
U of M testing blood pressure drug in hopes of finding a new tool to treat COVID-19
As COVID-19 patients continue to enter hospitals, researchers around the world are looking for new treatments to fight the virus. The University of Minnesota has launched a clinical trial looking at a common blood pressure medication. One of the lead investigators joined the FOX 9 Morning News to explain why the medication may have potential help treat COVID-19.
As COVID-19 patients continue to enter hospitals, researchers around the world are looking for new treatments to fight the virus. The University of Minnesota has launched a clinical trial looking at a common blood pressure medication. One of the lead investigators joined the FOX 9 Morning News to explain why the medication may have potential help treat COVID-19.
Top U of M infectious disease doctor: 'We are in the very first innings of this game'
The University of Minnesota’s top infectious disease doctor said COVID-19 will “not rest” until 60-70 percent of the population is infected and develops immunity or until a vaccine is ready.
The University of Minnesota’s top infectious disease doctor said COVID-19 will “not rest” until 60-70 percent of the population is infected and develops immunity or until a vaccine is ready.
University of Minnesota regents approve tuition freeze for upcoming school year
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved systemwide tuition freeze for nearly all programs across the five campuses, according to a university spokesman.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved systemwide tuition freeze for nearly all programs across the five campuses, according to a university spokesman.
Minneapolis Police arrest Anoka Co. man in connection with series of sexual assaults dating back to 2013
The Minneapolis Police Department says it has arrested an Anoka County man in connection with a series of sexual assaults in the Marcy-Holmes and Dinkytown neighborhoods and elsewhere in the Twin Cities dating back to 2013.
The Minneapolis Police Department says it has arrested an Anoka County man in connection with a series of sexual assaults in the Marcy-Holmes and Dinkytown neighborhoods and elsewhere in the Twin Cities dating back to 2013.
3M donating $20M to COVID-19 response, includes $2M for research at University of Minnesota
Minnesota based-company 3M will be donating $20 million to help support response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota based-company 3M will be donating $20 million to help support response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
University of Minnesota asks legislature for $20 million to conduct 20,000 COVID-19 tests per day
The University of Minnesota is asking the Minnesota Legislature for $20 million to implement a COVID-19 testing plan.
The University of Minnesota is asking the Minnesota Legislature for $20 million to implement a COVID-19 testing plan.
U of M team invents low-cost ventilator alternative that could save lives around the world
Access to a ventilator could be the difference between life and death for many COVID-19 patients, but at some hospitals they don't have enough. A team at the University of Minnesota has invented a low-cost alternative that was just approved by the FDA. One of the student inventors joined the Buzz to talk about their work.
Access to a ventilator could be the difference between life and death for many COVID-19 patients, but at some hospitals they don't have enough. A team at the University of Minnesota has invented a low-cost alternative that was just approved by the FDA. One of the student inventors joined the Buzz to talk about their work.
FDA authorizes first-of-its-kind low-cost ventilator developed by U of M researchers
The U.S . Food and Drug Administration has authorized the production of a low-cost ventilator developed and designed by University of Minnesota researchers.
The U.S . Food and Drug Administration has authorized the production of a low-cost ventilator developed and designed by University of Minnesota researchers.
Minnesota-Duluth Defenseman Scott Perunovich takes home Hobey Baker Award
For a record sixth time, the University of Minnesota-Duluth is home to a Hobey Baker Award winner for NCAA Hockey’s best player.
For a record sixth time, the University of Minnesota-Duluth is home to a Hobey Baker Award winner for NCAA Hockey’s best player.