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MN Sea Grant: "Stopping Aquatic Invasive Species"
April 18, 2018
Minnesota Sea Grant's latest digital comic strip installment: Stopping Invasive Aquatic Species.
Welcoming President Kaler to UMD
April 18, 2018
University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler is visiting UMD this Friday, April 20, 2018.
Teaching Sustainability at UMD Mini-conference
April 17, 2018
Tuesday, April 24, from 2-3 pm in Kirby Garden Room.
Academics and Community
April 16, 2018
University Honors Capstone Project Showcase 2018 - Thurs. April 19.
Science On Deck Event Planned for UMD
April 16, 2018
UMD students, faculty, and staff are invited to step aboard the Research Vessel Blue Heron on Friday, August 31, 2018.
Resolving the Rock Paradox
April 12, 2018
Two student researchers examine iron formations on the 1.9 billion-year-old Mesabi Iron Range.
Creating with Compassion
April 11, 2018
Senior Micki Grover explains that UMD has allowed her to figure out exactly what she wants.
Undergraduate Research Showcase 2018
April 10, 2018
UMD students present undergraduate research projects.
Quantifying Internal Waves
April 4, 2018
UMD student conducts research on Lake Superior and ocean internal tide theory.
New Countries, New Languages
April 3, 2018
Milan Kovacovic looks back on his education and teaching career.
Every Day is Earth Day at NRRI
April 3, 2018
Staff involvement in Sustainability@NRRI program keeps waste in check.
Lake Superior Research
April 3, 2018
Dr. Ted Ozersky, assistant professor of Biology, was featured on Fox 21 Local News.
Taking wood to the extreme
April 2, 2018
NRRI sends samples of thermally modified wood to the hot, wet environment of Hilo, Hawaii. Here's what we're learning.
April 2018 Ed Tech Update
March 30, 2018
We have drop-in sessions, two surveys, and Canvas news, including a dashboard, migration update, and more.
Clean Snowmobile Team Takes Second Place
March 29, 2018
This is the best year yet for members of the UMD Clean Snowmobile Club.
Anthroposcenes
March 27, 2018
Free symposium on Fri. Mar. 30 planned to address 'rupture' in earth systems.
Data from around the world
March 26, 2018
New research shows fertilization drives global lake emissions of greenhouse gases
New Masters in Tribal Natural Resources
March 26, 2018
The American Indian Studies Department is introducing a new Master of Tribal Resource and Environmental Stewardship program.
New Production Storage in Place
March 21, 2018
It offers the campus better performance with less power consumption.
Dr. David Beard Participates in Celebration
March 20, 2018
Celebrate the work of authors in the UMD community on Wednesday, March 21, at 4:30 PM in the Kathryn A. Martin Library Rotunda.
Prototype Lab Helps Student Help Children
March 14, 2018
Sometimes “off-the-shelf” just won’t do. Prototype Lab helps a UMD undergrad make very special toys for a very special child.
UMD Authors' Celebration: Scholarly Works
March 14, 2018
On Wed., March 21, celebrate the scholarly and creative work of UMD.
Trip Inspires Life-changing Research
March 13, 2018
UMD student unravels facts about immigration and unemployment in the U.S.
NRRI's Mining and Water Innovation Initiative: A progress report
March 7, 2018
NRRI received $2.6M to fund five large pilot projects demonstrating promising technologies to enhance Minnesota's minerals industry.
A New Issue of Split Rock Review Published
March 6, 2018
The online magazine was founded by former ELWS faculty member Crystal Gibbins, and edited by current ELWS faculty member Whitney Jacboson.
Making Memories for a Lifetime
March 6, 2018
Jennifer Hoof got a taste of what it means to be a foreigner and an international student. She emphasizes what an incredible and surreal... more
Pharmacy News
March 5, 2018
March 2018 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
Learning Through Storytelling
March 5, 2018
Professor David Syring is sparking his student's scholarly potential through digital storytelling.
NRRI turns up the heat on renewable energy
March 5, 2018
NRRI researches more biomass options for energy with new hydrothermal carbonization process at the Coleraine facility.
10 Web Accessibility Tips
March 2, 2018
If you are a Web content author, designer, or developer pick up some tips to make your work more inclusive to all.
March 2018 Ed Tech Update
March 1, 2018
A grant deadline is approaching. A webinar series is offered. Canvas sessions and information are available.
MN Sea Grant: "Harnessing the Power of Water"
February 28, 2018
Minnesota Sea Grant's latest digital comic strip installment: Harnessing the Power of Water.
Lake Superior Summit 2018
February 25, 2018
Members of the ELWS Department will present at the Lake Superior Summit on the Teaching of Writing and English as a Second... more
Apps4U: More Capacity and Better Performance
February 23, 2018
At the end of fall semester 2017, ITSS added additional capacity to and improved the performance of Apps4U.
Avesa Rockwell on Wisconsin Public Radio
February 23, 2018
ELWS instructor participated in the 8th annual Writers Read event at Northland College.
UMD student gets peek at future career
February 22, 2018
It's often hard for college students to figure out their majors. But NRRI helped this graduate student with the right connections.
Introducing New Library Staff
February 22, 2018
Have you noticed a few new folks working in the library lately? We’d like to introduce you to our newest employees!
Priceless Memories
February 20, 2018
Matt Bisanz invested his time in pursuing an external study abroad program, and he was rewarded in an unforgettable summer across the Pond... more
Now Hiring | Student Peer Advisors
February 18, 2018
Now seeking returned study abroad students for peer advisor position.
Spring 2018 Accessibility eClasses
February 12, 2018
ITSS is pleased to offer four web accessibility eClasses this semester.
Taking a Chance on China
February 7, 2018
Kabao Vue didn't know a word of Mandarin and chose to study abroad in China on a whim. Now she says it was the best decision of her life.
Unprofitable Lignin to Become Valuable Plastic
February 6, 2018
Natural Resources Research Institute collaborates to move innovative technologies to commercialization.
Literacy and Rhetorical Studies Students and Faculty Present Research
February 2, 2018
English, Linguistics, and Writing Studies graduate students and faculty present their research as part of the 2018 Research Series.
Preparing for Changes to Mammal Populations
February 2, 2018
Natural Resources Research Institute documents changes to the environment that are impacting Minnesota's mammal species.
Pharmacy News
February 2, 2018
February 2018 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
Innovation and Exploration
February 1, 2018
LSBE student KeKe Sirjord fulfilled one of her business degree requirements . . . in Ireland!
February 2018 Ed Tech Update
January 31, 2018
Drop-in sessions, Canvas workshop/training, and a webinar series are offered. Teaching innovation grants are available.
1:Button Studio is Live in Duluth!
January 29, 2018
Record high-quality video on campus without knowledge of lights or cameras.
2017 NRRI Annual Report Online
January 29, 2018
Research highlights, project portfolio, student workers experiences, staff accomplishments and more.
UMD Research Sheds Light on Major Stage of Earth Evolution
January 25, 2018
Primordial oceans had oxygen 250 million years before the atmosphere
Examining Culture
January 23, 2018
The study of philosophy and psychology helps Samantha Woller investigate violence against women.
Assisting Agencies
January 22, 2018
UMD’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research and Geospatial Analysis Center create tools to assist agencies serving job seekers.
Library Invites GIF Entries
January 20, 2018
Here's your chance! Enter our contest, and you may win a $100 gift card to UMD Stores. We'll teach you everything you need to capture your... more
Trends and Technologies in Aquaculture
January 16, 2018
Walleye and salmon and shrimp, oh my! Minnesota Sea Grant releases aquaculture workshop summary.
Pharmacy News
January 10, 2018
January 2018 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
UMD Next Generation Network Fall Recap
January 10, 2018
The WiFi conversion portion of the project has been completed at UMD.
NRRI Gets Onboard to Blast Invasives on Ships
January 8, 2018
Research to stem the transport of aquatic invasive species led NRRI researchers on globetrotting adventures in 2017.
Iceland Takes NRRI Geologist Back in Time
December 19, 2017
Trip to Iceland helps NRRI geologist understand how Minnesota was formed.
Authors Receive Martin Award
December 18, 2017
John A. Downing, director, Minnesota Sea Grant, was among the authors honored for a landmark paper on global oceans.
The Perfect Blend
December 6, 2017
Senior Ian Deloney finds his calling in LSBE's Marketing and Graphic Design program.
Minnesota and China Connect
December 4, 2017
New cultural entrepreneurship spring class links two classrooms on opposite sides of the globe.
Pharmacy News
December 4, 2017
December 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
7 Reasons to Study Abroad (that your fam will like!)
December 1, 2017
Going home over break? Strike up a conversation with your family about why studying abroad is a good idea.
December 2017 Ed Tech Update
November 30, 2017
On campus drop-in sessions and Canvas workshops are offered as well as on-going teaching and learning events.
NRRI Partners with Railroad Group to Test Biofuel
November 29, 2017
Steam locomotives at the Milwaukee County Zoo were fueled with NRRI’s renewable solid fuel, with promising results.
New Staff Member: Paul Wichmann
November 27, 2017
Paul joined us November 13, 2017 as a systems administrator.
ITSS High Level Goals: Fiscal Year 2018
November 27, 2017
Goals encompass infrastructure, customer service, learning spaces, process, and innovation.
Cultural Entrepreneurship + Journalism
November 22, 2017
UMD event illuminates Bulldogs’ work in the creative economy.
TechCenter Update: New Hours
November 22, 2017
The ITSS TechCenter will have new hours spring semester.
Google Meet: Reminder
November 22, 2017
Video calls added from Google Calendar automatically use Google Meet.
G.U.E.S.S. Senior Wins GIS Award
November 14, 2017
Senior Alex Nelson receives Best Undergraduate Paper Award at the 2017 Minnesota GIS/LIS Consortium annual meeting.
Google Sites Accessibility
November 13, 2017
Google Sites is a fairly weak tool for creating inclusive websites. Be aware of its barriers and work-arounds.
Minnesota Launches First Breeding Bird Atlas Online
November 9, 2017
NRRI scientists work with Audubon Minnesota to launch state's first breeding bird atlas in online and interactive format.
24 Hours of Live-Streamed Accessibility Talks
November 3, 2017
Inclusive Design 24 starts November 15 at 6:00 PM central time and provides 24 hours of free around the clock webinars.
Lonza, Inc. Turns Nuisance Dust into Fuel Source
November 2, 2017
NRRI helps Minnesota manufacturer turn waste wood particles to a biofuel to power their plant.
Study Abroad Panel
November 2, 2017
Want to know what studying abroad is really like? Check out our upcoming Study abroad Panel event!
Pharmacy News
November 1, 2017
November 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
November 2017 Ed Tech Update
October 31, 2017
Moodle courses need to be in Canvas by Fall 2019. Learn how to get started.
Renewable Energy Lab Delivers Biofuels for the Future
October 30, 2017
After 10 years of research, NRRI delivered solid results this fall. As in solid biofuels. By the ton.
Upcoming info sessions: India & Costa Rica
October 29, 2017
Upcoming Study Abroad Info Sessions!(psst, we heard there will be FREE PIZZA, 1st come!
Google Meet
October 26, 2017
Google's next-generation online meeting tool will be available November 3, 2017.
NRRI Innovates Minnesota Forest Industries
October 26, 2017
The state of today's traditional forest industries are getting a long, hard look these days.
Mighty Waters: Celebrating the Region
October 25, 2017
UMD participates in the 2017 Western Literature Association national conference.
Clover Science and Genetics
October 23, 2017
From a Colombian veterinarian clinic to Minnesota clover, one UMD student searches for answers
Workshop on Teaching Inclusive Design and Accessibility
October 13, 2017
Faculty are invited to attend a November 14, 2017 bootcamp on teaching inclusive design.
Special Issue
October 11, 2017
ELWS faculty David Beard and Lisa Horton have published a special journal Issue.
Upcoming Study Abroad Collegiate Fairs
October 9, 2017
ver considered Studying abroad? Maybe you thought that because of your major it wasn't an option. But it is possible!
He's Been There
October 5, 2017
After being tutored as a freshman, Shane Johannsen now helps his classmates in the Tutoring Center.
LSBE's New Unique Minor
October 4, 2017
The Labovitz School of Business and Economics offers the only Sustainable Business and Organization minor in Minnesota.
News from Abroad
October 3, 2017
World Languages and Cultures faculty spend summer exploring the world.
The Accessibility MOOC - Inclusive Online Course Design
October 3, 2017
Learn how to deliver more accessible online courses and content in a four-week class that starts October 16.
Pharmacy News
October 2, 2017
October 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
NRRI Analyses Give MnDOT Project Strong Start
October 2, 2017
Ore resource model and geology analysis provides critical information that helped MnDOT reroute U.S. Highway 53 to make way for mining.
Educational Technology Technical Questions and Issues
September 28, 2017
Several options exist to answer questions and resolve issues.
Doubling Down on Invasives
September 28, 2017
UMD and NRRI seek better ways to keep fishing gear from spreading aquatic invasive species in Minnesota's popular fishing lakes.
Smart Grids and Privacy Issues
September 26, 2017
Alexis Elder spoke on the ethics of utilizing emerging technologies.
Head of the Lakes Job & Internship Fair
September 24, 2017
Seventy-nine (so far) employers will be on campus on Oct. 5.
Writers' Workshop Sessions
September 24, 2017
The Academic Writing and Learning Center offers a series for UMD students and scholars whose first language is not English.
Security Policies Updated
September 21, 2017
The change may affect your security level and the controls you need to meet University policy.
Terresa Hardaway "Project Naptural"
September 21, 2017
Hardaway is the founder of The Natural Hair Symposium.
Study Abroad Fair | Fall 2017
September 12, 2017
Where would YOU like to study abroad? Come find out at our fair!
Shark Tank Winner Freezes Out Competition
September 11, 2017
What do freezer frost, entrepreneurs, and UMD have in common? The answer is the second annual UMD Shark Tank competition.
DISCOVER UROP Opportunities
September 10, 2017
E-Fest is a job and internship fair for UMD students and recent alumni.
Microsoft Accessibility Course
September 10, 2017
Microsoft has created a short video course to help teachers author accessible content.
Pharmacy News
September 7, 2017
September 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
New Minor for New Media
September 7, 2017
Digital Writing, Literature, and Design minor launches at UMD.
Manager, Scientist & Future Grad Student
September 6, 2017
Some students arrive at college knowing exactly what they want to do. For the rest of us....
Story Map Wows GIS Community
September 6, 2017
Amanda Huber (UMD ‘17), may have majored in geology, but it is her work with GIS (geographic information science) that is making waves.... more
LinkedIn/GoldPASS Drop-in Hours
September 4, 2017
So you've heard about LinkedIn, and even developed a LinkedIn profile, now what's the next step? Have questions or need help with GoldPASS?
September 2017 Ed Tech Update
September 1, 2017
We have collected links to resources, updates, and ways to get assistance.
Inspired Art
September 1, 2017
Collaboration and connections acknowledged in art professor's exhibitions and events.
State of Sustainability Education
August 31, 2017
An educator summit links University of Minnesota campuses.
Colleague Collaboration
August 28, 2017
Jill Doerfler and Rebecca Webster contributed chapters to The Great Vanishing Act: Blood Quantum and the Future of Native Nations.
Multimedia Hub Adds New Capabilities
August 28, 2017
We now offer an audio description service and have a video production studio.
The Distance Campus
August 28, 2017
Building connections with UMD faculty and classmates across the country.
Fall Avaya Phone Project Update
August 26, 2017
90% of the project is complete. The goal is to finish the remainder by the end of semester break.
Save the Dates! Fall Job and Internship Fairs
August 25, 2017
Save these Dates - The Fall Job and Internship Fairs
E-Fest Job & Internship Fair
August 24, 2017
September 13, 2017 from 10 am to 2 pm in Kirby Ballroom and Rafters.
Fall 2017 Accessibility eClasses
August 24, 2017
ITSS is pleased to offer four web accessibility eClasses this semester.
Career Drop-in Hours
August 23, 2017
Open sessions (no appointment needed) where you can come in to meet with our staff.
Library Workshops for Graduate Students
August 23, 2017
A chance for all graduate students to get a jump on citation & data management.
Next Generation Network and WiFi Update
August 22, 2017
Phase 1 is nearly complete. WiFi should remain stable. And eduroam should be your wireless network choice on campus.
Fall Head of the Lakes Job & Internship Fair
August 21, 2017
October 5, 2017, from 10 am to 2 pm in Kirby Ballroom and Rafters
Phase Out of VHS Players in Classrooms
August 19, 2017
Standard cycle of refreshing general purpose classroom technology means VHS players are going away.
The "Don't, Won't, Can't" Problem: Students' Reading & How You Can Help
August 18, 2017
Trouble getting students to read assigned texts? This presentation is for you!
Seeing the Forest for the Bats
August 17, 2017
It's the dead of night in the middle of nowhere. UMD researchers are hard at work....
Bring Your UCard!
August 17, 2017
Heading to the ITSS TechCenter or MultiMedia Hub for a repair or to check out equipment? Bring your UCard!
Canvas in Pre-Production for Fall 2017
August 15, 2017
While work happens to integrate Canvas with other systems, ITSS will set up meetings with departments.
Cross-College Collaboration
August 15, 2017
Common interests generate research across two disciplines: sociology and mathematics.
Pursuing International Politics
August 15, 2017
UMD's Kalyan Downer-Carlson investigates foreign relations.
Storage Project Update
August 12, 2017
ITSS engineering team is close to choosing a storage solution.
Personal Website Opt-in
August 10, 2017
A new personal ~tilde website process will be deployed in the near future.
New Staff Member and TechCenter Staffing Updates
August 9, 2017
Karli Niemann joined us. Aaron Caveny is back from military leave. Brittany Meyer has new responsibilities, and Adem Hunter is full time.
Pharmacy News
August 1, 2017
August 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
Master of Tribal Administration and Governance Reunion
July 28, 2017
UMD’s Master of Tribal Administration and Governance Program celebrates a milestone.
Are Lake Invaders Affecting Walleye?
July 26, 2017
NRRI is beginning a study this summer on the walleye food webs in nine popular fishing lakes to understand if they're impacted by aquatic... more
Pathways Guides the Way
July 24, 2017
In one two-hour lab session, Binh Bui’s career path took a significant turn.
NRRI Connects Transportation to 'Everything Else'
July 20, 2017
NRRI and the MN Dept. of Transportation host a workshop that spanned the breadth of intermodel challenges and opportunities.
Joellyn Rock's Work Highlighted
July 18, 2017
Electronic Literature Organization Conference 2017 at University Fernando Pessoa in Porto, Portugal.
In the Land of the Midnight Sun
July 18, 2017
Assistant Professor Ryan D. Bergstrom attends Congress of Arctic Social Sciences.
Knauss Fellow Finalist
July 11, 2017
Because South Dakota does not have a Sea Grant program, student kept an eye out for Minnesota competition announcement.
A Semester in the Land Down Under
July 7, 2017
Our featured Study Abroad student, Chantelle, discusses what it's really like to study in Australia!
New Audio Description Service for Inclusive Video
July 7, 2017
A new service for making video inclusive is available via the Multimedia Hub.
NRRI Publishes Guide to Manage Young Red Pine
July 6, 2017
Proper management of young red pine stands will increase productivity to benefit wood products industry and value to land owners.
NRRI, Germany and the Minnesota Energy Vision
July 3, 2017
NRRI joins a delegation to Germany to share knowledge and opportunities for a renewable energy future.
Europe is Calling
June 26, 2017
Take a peek at our conversation with featured Study Abroad student, Michelle Feyder.
Integrated Intercultural Development
June 23, 2017
Classroom scholarship by Assistant Professor Paula J. Pedersen informs research published in new book.
NGN WiFi Replacement Begins at UMD
June 22, 2017
All components of the University's network, both wired and WiFi, will be upgraded over the next three years.
Grand Challenges for the Great Lakes
June 21, 2017
Scientists identify five grand challenges facing the Great Lakes.
UMD Names New Dean of SFA
June 20, 2017
After a nationwide search, Dr. Robert Kase is the new dean of the School of Fine Arts (SFA).
Facing the Challenges of Our Water Resources
June 14, 2017
Large Lakes Observatory graduate researchers tackle water quality issues faced by area communities.
Kitson Receives Award
June 13, 2017
Minnesota extension educator earns Sea Grant Early Career Award.
Interdisciplinary Residency 2017
June 11, 2017
UMD's Viz/MMAD (Motion and Media Across Disciplines) Lab held its first Interdisciplinary Residency in May.
Professor's Research Published in National Geographic
June 7, 2017
UMD Art and Design painting Professor Ryuta Nakajima and his collaborator's research published in National Geographic.
Great Lakes Crude Move Oil Transportation Symposium
June 7, 2017
Series of webinars offered - June 8-9.
A Chicago Stop for UMD's Water Researchers
June 7, 2017
The R/V Blue Heron visits Chicago's Navy Pier.
Keeping Women on the STEM Track
June 2, 2017
Akquaa Anye evaluates methods to keep women in STEM fields.
24-Hour Online Event on Inclusive Design
June 1, 2017
Learn from some of the brightest accessibility people from around the world as part of Inclusive Design 24 (#ID24).
New Tools for New Views into Old Industries
June 1, 2017
New technologies are providing old industries with accurate data previously approached with an educated guess, albeit well-educated.
NRRI Demonstrates Process for Developing Titanium Dioxide
May 25, 2017
Results released shows Minnesota ilmenite resources can be processed into high value titanium dioxide.
Director of International Programs and Services Hired
May 24, 2017
Dr. Karl Markgraf is UMD’s new director of International Programs and Services. His first day on campus will be June 1, 2017.
Meet Our New Cataloger
May 24, 2017
New Cataloging Librarian Lisa Wheeler brings technical processing up to speed.
Farm LoLa and MMAD LAB look to Defeat Costly Fruit Pest
May 22, 2017
Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) is as bad as it sounds.
Speaking in Siberia
May 17, 2017
Professor Viktor V. Zhdankin joined colleagues from across the world at an International Green Chemistry Seminar.
Get Out There & Adventure!
May 16, 2017
Senior Bryce Remple says, "Traveling definitely changes how you look at things." He studied abroad in England for a year.
New Social Sciences Librarian
May 11, 2017
Mags David, longtime library staff member, takes on a new role.
Study Abroad: Go For It!
May 9, 2017
Elle Ickert has studied Spanish since elementary school, so when she decided to study abroad she "jumped on Spain instantly."
MN Sea Grant: "Ocean Acidification"
May 9, 2017
Minnesota Sea Grant's latest digital comic strip installment: Ocean Acidification.
Engineering Students Win
May 8, 2017
Students in Civil Engineering and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering departments took first place in Air Force challenge.
Mapping the Toledo District of Belize
May 8, 2017
Using custom maps to illustrate Mayan perspectives.
Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things
May 4, 2017
UMD journalism student Kevin Ott receives recognition.
'They gave her a voice'
May 3, 2017
Clinic at UMD helps clients with speech, language, and hearing issues.
Study Abroad: New Perspectives
May 2, 2017
While studying abroad in Bangalore, India, Kau Guannu began to think seriously about law school. "I applied when I got back."
Ed Tech Support for Spring Semester Wrap-up and Fall Course Planning
May 1, 2017
Drop-in sessions for faculty and instructional staff are available during finals week.
Summer is a Great Time to Work on Your Career!
May 1, 2017
UMD's Career and Internship Services has lots of ideas.
May 18: Global Accessibility Awareness Day
April 30, 2017
Celebrate the occasion in 30 different ways.
Next Generation Network: WiFi
April 26, 2017
New WiFi equipment and standardized WiFi access are part of the network upgrade project.
Climate Preparedness
April 26, 2017
Duluth communities will be increasingly vulnerable to the social, economic, and environmental effects of heavy rainfall and flooding.
Funds Available for Rural Small Businesses
April 26, 2017
Blandin Foundation infuses funds to NRRI's Business Assistance Fund to help entrepreneurs in Itasca County and other small communities.
Building Markets for Balsam Fir
April 25, 2017
Chemical-free heat treatment makes Minnesota's low value softwoods durable for expanded markets.
2018 May & Summer Study Abroad Programs
April 25, 2017
Interested in studying abroad next May or Summer session in 2018? We've just announced our programs!
Aquaculture
April 25, 2017
Minnesota Sea Grant hosts food-fish aquaculture workshop for growers, regulators and scientists.
Part of New Worlds
April 24, 2017
Student Leah Benson-Devine explores opportunities and gains responsibilities designing sets and costumes in the UMD Theatre community.... more
MN Sea Grant: "Subsea Storage Lockers"
April 24, 2017
Minnesota Sea Grant's latest digital comic strip installment: Subsea Storage Lockers.
University Honors 2017
April 18, 2017
University Honors' spring graduates present their senior capstone scholarship projects on April 20.
Standing Up in a Lab that's Completely MMAD
April 18, 2017
The Motion + Media Across Disciplines Lab (MMAD Lab) is hosting “Open Doors.”
2017 Undergraduate Research & Artistic Showcase
April 17, 2017
Annual event adds a new dimension to the undergraduate experience.
MN Sea Grant: "Open Ocean Aquaculture"
April 17, 2017
The fourth installment of this digital comic strip is Open Ocean Aquaculture.
CSD Student Receives Excellence Award
April 12, 2017
Communication Sciences and Disorders student earned an Excellence in Research Award at MSHA.
Bulldogs Add to Area’s Creative Economy
April 11, 2017
The 2017 Cultural Entrepreneurship Fair is scheduled for April 19.
Gabrielle Civil - Guest Artist
April 10, 2017
Viz Lab & MMAD Lab welcomed performance artist Gabrielle Civil to UMD
WCAG 2.1 Public Working Draft Released
April 9, 2017
People with low vision, mobile access, and people with cognitive disabilities are the focus of new web accessibility guidelines.
Learning French Culture through Cooking
April 6, 2017
One prof, one chef, and one class of students make up the ingredients to this appetizing course.
UMD Students Testing Robotic Pack Mule
April 6, 2017
Mechanical and electrical engineering students developed it for the U. S. Air Force Research Laboratory Challenge.
Pharmacy News
April 3, 2017
April 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
April Tech Jam Schedule
April 2, 2017
"Video, Screencasting and Captioning" and "Google Sites" sessions are being offered.
Tackling substance abuse together
March 31, 2017
Pharmacy faculty member brings 260 people together to stem the rising tide of heroin and opioid abuse.
Honors Students Learn French Culture by Cooking
March 31, 2017
French Cuisine Class taught by UMD Chefs
Robert Sterner Honored
March 30, 2017
LLO director receives John Martin Award from the Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography.
April 2017 Ed Tech Update
March 30, 2017
A Canvas/MoodleRooms open forum and recorded demos are available. Ed Tech events are offered. And locally grown resources are shared.
MN Sea Grant: "Stormwater"
March 28, 2017
Minnesota Sea Grant's latest digital comic strip installment: Stormwater.
Bringing Memories to the Surface
March 28, 2017
UMD student designs app to help people with dementia
Ambassadors of Peace
March 28, 2017
In Växjö, Sweden, Art Education Professor Alison Aune was recently reminded how art can create connections.
MN Sea Grant: "A Renewable Resource"
March 27, 2017
Minnesota Sea Grant's latest digital comic strip installment: A Renewable Resource.
Land Use Changes
March 27, 2017
Study shows conversion of grassland to corn production in relation to expanding ethanol refineries.
Students Tackle Stormwater
March 23, 2017
Students work with the Natural Resources Research Institute to create a stormwater master plan.
Practice Makes Perfect
March 21, 2017
Education students credit their success to extensive classroom opportunities.
MN Sea Grant: "Shrimp on the Prairie"
March 20, 2017
The second installment of this digital comic strip is Shrimp on the Prairie.
MN Sea Grant: "Sea Level Rise"
March 13, 2017
The first installment of this digital comic strip is Sea Level Rise.
Antarctica Viewer
March 12, 2017
Interactive Web Map for the Rapid Antarctica Ice Drilling (RAID) project
Library Photo & Film Contest
March 7, 2017
UMD students are invited to enter the 2017 My Beautiful Library Photo & Film Contest.
Get Web Accessibility News First
March 5, 2017
Subscribe to the Webdesign Update Newsletter and receive accessibility information first in each issue.
Pharmacy News
March 2, 2017
March 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
Improving Steam Locomotive sustainability
March 2, 2017
NRRI continues research to develop a clean burning, renewable solid fuel to replace fossil coal in steam locomotives.
Organize Your Research: Library Workshop
March 1, 2017
Students can learn how to manage sources for research projects in this workshop.
What's Happening? Evaluating News Workshop
March 1, 2017
Students can learn how to evaluate news sources in this workshop.
Google Hangouts Stops Working with FireFox on Mar. 7
February 28, 2017
The workaround is to use Chrome, Internet Explorer, or Safari instead.
UMD Storage Refresh Project
February 27, 2017
ITSS engineering team is working on a project to refresh campus central storage.
March 2017 Ed Tech Update
February 26, 2017
Tech Jams and Moodlerooms/Canvas demos are available this month.
Next Generation Network Meeting to Be Held at UMD
February 26, 2017
Learn about the project and get your questions answered on March 20.
2017 Minnesota Education Job Fair
February 24, 2017
Calling all teaching and education services majors!
ITSS Provides a Mobile App Service to Meet Your Needs
February 24, 2017
Need an application or database to support your teaching, learning, research, outreach, or other business process?
The Science of Problem Solving
February 22, 2017
Mark Kallevig merges research and competition with his quest for creative answers.
Informal Methods to Assess Student Learning and Improve Your Teaching
February 21, 2017
Improving your teaching through informal student assessment.
Food and Society
February 16, 2017
Associate Professor Adam Pine examines hunger, agriculture, food programs, and empowerment.
Tribal Leader Karen Diver Joins MTAG Program
February 16, 2017
Former White House special assistant for Native American Affairs is teaching at UMD.
Pharmacy News
February 15, 2017
February 2017 news from faculty and staff of the College of Pharmacy Duluth.
NRRI Patents Filtering Product to Remove Cadmium
February 15, 2017
NRRI helps rural Minnesota business with complex chemistry for product to remove toxic pollutants from industrial water systems.
Context and Perspective
February 14, 2017
Junior Caitlyn Walker, Organizational Management major, is taking advantage of LSBE's new International Business minor.
"Aisthesis" Journal Showcases Student Research
February 14, 2017
Honors program gathers manuscripts for unique publication.
Spring 2017 Accessibility eClasses
February 6, 2017
ITSS is pleased to offer four web accessibility eClasses this semester.
CALM Sessions in the Library
February 5, 2017
Comfortable. Casual. Calm. Join us to learn stress reduction techniques Mondays and Tuesdays.
Associate Professor Gideon Mailer Publishes New Book
February 4, 2017
The work focuses on the only clergyman to sign the American Declaration of Independence.
Pedagogical Journal Club Opportunity
February 2, 2017
Effective Educational Videos: SotL Journal Club pilot opportunity via WebEx from CEI
Looking to the Stars
February 1, 2017
Did burial sites near Stonehenge in England have a celestial connection? Two UMD students are finding out.
February 2017 Ed Tech Update
January 31, 2017
Get the scoop on the latest Tech Jams, what's new in Moodle, Google Sites, and more.
New Discoveries are featured in Darwin Day Talk
January 31, 2017
The microbes Loki and Thor are giving science a new look on the origin of multicellular life.
Announcing Library Study Room Booking
January 30, 2017
Study rooms can now be reserved in advance! Our online booking system lets you book 3 hours per day.
State Funding Will Move Minnesota's Mining Future Forward
January 30, 2017
NRRI's Mining Innovation Initiative received $2.6M from the state legislature. What are we doing with it?
Activities to help students remember your content
January 26, 2017
Session One of a workshop series based on James M. Lang's Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning.
Opt in to Duo to Protect Your W-2 and Direct Deposit
January 26, 2017
A two-step authentication process provides an extra layer of online security.
NRRI Expands Markets for Modified Wood
January 25, 2017
Overcoming a hurdle in wood treatment leads to higher value products from wood resources.
Next Generation Network (NGN): Right-Sizing
January 25, 2017
A project is underway to size our new network appropriately.
CETL Coffee Klatch
January 24, 2017
Join us for coffee and conversation about teaching in KSC 268 on Wednesday mornings from 8:30-9:30.
Grand Opening: Securian Learning Commons & Math Lab
January 24, 2017
Less lecture, more problem solving – UMD's grand opening celebration of its Securian Learning Commons and Math Lab on Feb. 2, 2017.
Sulfate Concentration & Wild Rice
January 23, 2017
New study shows elevated sulfate concentrations can impair wild rice production
Developing memorable presentations
January 22, 2017
Creating “sticky” teaching messages that will be both memorable and useful to students.
UMD Student Discovers New Galaxy
January 6, 2017
UMD researchers get a look at a new and extremely rare type of galaxy.
Northland Economic Research Released
December 22, 2016
UMD contributes to updated regional economic study
Jobs, Clean Fuel Come with NRRI Solution
December 16, 2016
NRRI proposes a solution to removing an invasive plant in Africa that could provide much needed jobs and a cooking fuel source.
PHEP Fall 2016 Showcase
December 8, 2016
Public Health Education and Promotion Fall 2016 Showcase was a blast.
Exercise Science Fall Research Presentations
December 7, 2016
Hard working students show off their work!
STEM Job & Internship Fair
December 4, 2016
The first STEM Job and Internship Fair will be held at UMD on February 1.
Archaeological Mapping
December 2, 2016
Creating a topographic map of al-Lajjun, an ancient site in Jordan
December 2016 Ed Tech Update
November 29, 2016
Fall semester wrap-up support, a Unizin/Canvas/Moodle presentation, and a new students and technology study are available.
Online Holiday Security
November 27, 2016
Phishing scams, malware campaigns and cyber crime are prevalent during the winter holidays and shopping season.
Marten Habitat Research Informs Forest Planning
November 22, 2016
A need to nest in old tree cavities means the American marten has something to tell us about long-range forest planning.
ArcGIS Online and Story Mapping
November 21, 2016
Introducing ArcGIS Online and Story Mapping to Multi-Disciplinary Classes at UMD
Deconstruction Brings Jobs to the Northland
November 21, 2016
NRRI helps find markets for used construction materials while a social enterprise creates jobs, teaches skills in the northland.
Sea Grant Receives Funding
November 11, 2016
Minnesota Sea Grant receives federal funding from NOAA.
Web Accessibility: Essential for Some, Useful for All
November 6, 2016
Learn how accessibility impacts people with disabilities and benefits everyone.
Campus Internet Feed Upgraded to 10 Gigs
October 31, 2016
Increased bandwidth improves service and presents opportunities.
November 2016 Ed Tech Update
October 28, 2016
A new academic technology advisory group has been formed. Canvas resources and stock media content are available.
Look for a Windows 10 Update
October 26, 2016
An update to Windows 10 computers will be pushed out to campus computers in November.
Beth Bartlett: Making Waves
October 25, 2016
This new book tells the stories of people who put Duluth and Superior at the forefront of innovative feminist organizing.
UMD BBER Study Published
October 24, 2016
UMD BBER study reveals energy split incentive exists between landlords and student renters
Goodbye, Compliance Sheriff; Hello, FAE
October 23, 2016
System-wide accessibility checking software is being replaced at end of November.
Scientist Finds Algae Get 'Meaningful Burst' Under Ice
October 20, 2016
Research unveils importance of ice and snow cover to algal growth
Iron Range Holds Possibilities for Energy Storage
October 20, 2016
NRRI is investigating whether abandoned mine pits and shafts can serve as renewable energy storage facilities.
NRRI Testing Starts Cliffs Down Path of New Pellet Plant
October 20, 2016
Cliffs contacted NRRI's minerals lab in 2007 to determine if their United Taconite mine could produce high-fluxed pellets.
New Research Offers Insights into Managing Agricultural Runoff
October 17, 2016
A study published examines the relationship between algal blooms and agricultural runoff.
COIL: Connecting with Mexico Online and On Campus
October 12, 2016
October 24-25, Hispanic Studies and Latin American Studies will be hosting a guest from Mexico.
Shakespeare Global Showcase
October 10, 2016
Event highlights the influence of Shakespeare beyond the English-speaking world.
Career-minded Series
October 6, 2016
The Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures is sponsoring a series of events to help students prepare for careers.
AccessibleUooza
October 5, 2016
A series of short videos provides a fun way to learn core accessibility skills.
Social Change Through Solar Energy
October 4, 2016
India's community solar project inspires others to engage in social change and alternative energy.
The Rotunda Is Back
October 4, 2016
The library's premier space for events and quiet study on the library's 4th floor is open again.
Seed Search Supports Decades of Research
October 3, 2016
UMD students contribute to National Science Foundation seed research project.
Application Ongoing Support Change
September 29, 2016
ITSS is considering a procedure and cost change for ongoing application support.
Expanded Admin Rights for Windows AD Computers
September 29, 2016
A change in UMD's Active Directory (AD) policy.
October 2016 Ed Tech Update
September 28, 2016
Canvas sessions are being offered. Login pages have a new look. And Ed Tech announcements are available via email.
Communicating with Grades
September 27, 2016
How do you feel about your grading practices? Does the way you grade reflect the way you think? How do you decide to assign value to... more
Accessibility: Core Skills
September 23, 2016
Start small. Learn just one new skill and integrate it into your daily routine.
Frozen: The Importance of Ice and Snow Cover
September 22, 2016
It’s hard to study underneath the ice, but that doesn't mean nothing is happening. NRRI looks at who's hiding there…
Stormwater - Filtering with Muck, Peat and Taconite
September 22, 2016
Pollutants in runoff from roads can get into watersheds, if not captured and filtered.
Stormwater: Expanding the 'Web' of Understanding
September 22, 2016
NRRI responded to new EPA rules to reduce harmful stormwater impacts.
Canvas Pilot Moves Into Second Phase
September 22, 2016
Some faculty and students are trying out a new Learning Management System this year. A recommendation is due in April.
Fall is a Stressful Tme for Trees
September 20, 2016
Happy fall color watchers probably don’t know that the bright leaves of autumn are actually a tree’s stress response.
Mechanical Engineering Steps Up
September 19, 2016
UMD's new Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering welcomes its first class.
'Tern' for the Better
September 7, 2016
Donning hard hat, ear plugs and muck boots, NRRI scientist Annie Bracey prepares to get screamed at and pooped on.
Stormwater - Building Better Ditches
September 7, 2016
Where there are rural roads, there are ditches.
Stormwater - Harnessing the Power of Peat
September 7, 2016
Peat – the decayed vegetation that forms over hundreds of years in cold, wet climates – has unique and beneficial characteristics.
EPA Grants $2.5M to Expand Research on Great Lakes Food Web
September 6, 2016
Biological changes in microscopic organisms on the bottom of the Great Lakes food chain send up a big red flag to scientists.
Ecuadorian Women's Cooperative Visits UMD
September 6, 2016
A group of women from the Ecuadorian Mega cooperativa de Saraguros, a cooperative of women artisans, visited the UMD campus in September.
Fall Web Accessibility eClasses
September 1, 2016
ITSS is pleased to offer 4 web accessibility eClasses this semester. The series begins September 19.
What's New at the Multimedia Hub?
August 31, 2016
A new production studio space and sound booth are available.
Educational Technology Support for Fall 2016
August 31, 2016
Get the scoop on what's happening in Ed Tech from new scheduled sessions to tech updates.
Brain Teaser
August 30, 2016
Undergraduate and graduate students in the Psychology Psychophysiology Research Lab collaborate with faculty to study behavior.
Opcon Experience with Power Outage
August 30, 2016
We maintained services for the full 38 hours and learned some things that will help improve our "Op Con" Plan.
Accessible U
August 30, 2016
A new website provides information and strategies for creating a more inclusive, accessible University community.
Avaya Aura Migration
August 29, 2016
The project to migrate users from our Nortel telephone and voicemail systems to our new Avaya Aura systems is proceeding on schedule.
Next Generation Network Project
August 29, 2016
The University of Minnesota is developing plans to upgrade the data networks on all campuses.
ITSS' Full Access Labs Go VDI/ADI
August 28, 2016
A change in lab technology is leading to a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) service.
Students Unravel Minnesota Wolf DNA
August 25, 2016
Have you ever seen a wolf in its natural habitat? If you have, consider yourself one of a lucky few.
BBER Highlights Economic Connections with Canada
August 23, 2016
UMD's BBER study highlights ways Arrowhead Region relies on Canadian relationship.
New Journalism Major Comes to UMD
August 22, 2016
In 1895, UMD was founded as an educational institution. In 1932, The UMD Statesman published its first issue.
Ann Hunt: Rockin' Undergraduate Research
August 18, 2016
When Ann Hunt was a girl, her family spent vacations at Lake Kabetogama.
TechCenter Expands Checkout Services
August 18, 2016
We have increased the number of Chromebooks and made some changes for improved service.
ITSS Enhances Application Design and Development Capability
August 15, 2016
New methods will provide the campus improved products and support.
UMD Research on Lake Malawi Could Impact Theories on Human Evolution
August 9, 2016
A research process could have a major impact on theories around human evolution.
Major Gift Launches Advanced Materials Center
August 3, 2016
A new Advanced Materials Center has been created at UMD, thanks to a generous donation from Kurt and Beth Heikkila.
Company Expands with Product Development Help from NRRI
August 2, 2016
Nurturing natural resources, while also using those resources for economic prosperity, is at the heart of NRRI’s mission.
Protecting the Wetlands in the Great Lakes
August 1, 2016
Rain or shine, UMD faculty, staff, and students with NRRI take to waters surrounding the Great Lakes.
UMD's Dr. Naidu to Deliver Talk at TEDx Minneapolis
July 28, 2016
Dr. Desineni Subbaram Naidu, UMD electrical engineering professor, presents at TEDxMinneapolis Conference.
St. Louis River Estuary Research Revealed
July 26, 2016
NRRI's Great Lakes Restoration project collecting data on animals and plants from all the coastal wetlands.
Pokemon Go Opportunities and Issues
July 25, 2016
Pokemon Go can help drive traffic to physical sites. But please know it has safety problems and it excludes many people with disabilities.
Science on Deck
July 19, 2016
Tour two research vessels and hear about exploring tiny organisms in a large lake
Getting Their Hands Dirty at UMD's Archaeology Field School
July 14, 2016
UMD students study archeology in the Northland.
The Right Tools for Great Lakes Monitoring
July 5, 2016
NRRI's Great Lakes Environmental Indicators project
Declining Species Finds Home in Minnesota
July 4, 2016
“The Golden-winged Warbler has a few things going against it,” said NRRI researcher, Alexis Grinde.
Immersed in Spain
June 30, 2016
Last year, of the 25 UMD 2015 graduates in Hispanic and Latin American studies, 20 studied abroad.
Getting Paid for Passion
June 23, 2016
Elise Viger has graduated from UMD but she hasn’t left her UMD research behind.
The Complex Science Behind Rocks, Water, and Wood
June 21, 2016
Science is frustrating. The more we know, the more we realize how much we don’t know.
Mixing It Up: Bulldogs Put Greener Concrete to the Test
June 20, 2016
UMD students are testing four new concrete formulas against a traditional concrete mix in effort to find one with a smaller carbon footprint
Classes Step into Retail Settings
June 9, 2016
The Student to Business Initiative offers small businesses the opportunity to work with students and reap big results.
Students Experience Elderly Issues
June 9, 2016
The human body, with its numerous systems and their integration, is amazing.
Governor Approves $2.6M for NRRI Mining, Water Research
June 5, 2016
The Supplemental Budget approved by Governor Mark Dayton Wednesday included $2.6 million for NRRI.
"Keeper of the Culture" Uncovered as Tweed Museum of Art Reopens
May 25, 2016
A six-month, $1.5 renovation will be revealed at the Tweed Museum of Art on June 9.
Bad News for Aquatic Invasive Species in the Great Lakes Region
May 9, 2016
The federal Environmental Protection Agency tackles invasive species.
Art History and Graphic Design Students Team Up
May 4, 2016
What happens when Bulldogs, inspired by art history, work with classmates driven to design?
Learn from Chicago Lecturer Without Leaving Duluth
May 2, 2016
A famous cosmologist, Michael Turner, will make a virtual visit to the UMD Planetarium on May 5.
UMD Students Share Results of Sustainability Work
May 2, 2016
Civil Engineering and Mechanical and Industrial Engineering work with non-profits.
UMD Helps Start Community Healthcare Organization Chapter
May 2, 2016
Healthcare professionals and students will soon benefit from access to a local chapter of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement.
Rising Stars in the Psych-Sci Field
May 1, 2016
The first class is about to graduate from the UMD Master of Arts in Psychological Sciences Program.
IT Service Continuity During a Power Outage
May 1, 2016
UMD had a mostly positive experience with technology during a recent power outage. This is due to Operational Continuity planning.
Phone Upgrade Project
May 1, 2016
ITSS continues our project to move 3700 telephones from our Nortel voice systems to our Avaya Aura systems.
WCAG Principles and Implementation
May 1, 2016
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) has 4 guiding principles. Implementing them places people at the center of your web site.
U-Wide Next Generation Network Project
May 1, 2016
The University of Minnesota has embarked on a mission-critical project to upgrade its networks (wired and wireless).
QuickTime for Windows is Unsupported
May 1, 2016
Windows users who don't need QuickTime should uninstall it.
Captioning Challenges When Someone Else Owns the Copyright
May 1, 2016
A new solution helps solve a major issue for captioning 3rd party video.
Goodbye, Windows 7; Hello, Windows 10
May 1, 2016
Windows 10 will soon be the standard Windows Operating System at UMD.
Students Develop Fast Rope Descent System
April 30, 2016
UMD students have developed a potential solution to fast rope descent injuries for the U. S. Air Force as part of a design challenge.
GAC Mapping Duluth's Solar Potential
April 28, 2016
The Geospatial Analysis Center (GAC) takes on a lot of projects, but one of their current jobs stands out.
University Honors Program Capstone Projects - Spring 2016
April 27, 2016
University Honors provides students the opportunity to push themselves academically and personally.
MexiDrill Researchers Reflect on Paleoclimate Field Work
April 15, 2016
Researchers share reflections from MexiDrill, a scientific drilling program in Mexico City's Lake Chalco basin.
The Slushy Machine Conundrum
March 31, 2016
Alex Tappe, a senior in UMD’s civil engineering program and a McNair Scholar, is working on a real-world problem: ice dams in culverts.
Out on a Limb
March 30, 2016
Education students get a taste of what it's like to teach children outdoors.
Can Video Games Improve Skills?
March 24, 2016
Can motion-controlled video games boost skills for real-life activity?
Creating Excitement with UMD's Active Learning Classrooms
March 22, 2016
Active Learning Classrooms in high demand for calculus-based physics classes.
Fishing for Results
March 17, 2016
UMD biology major Loranzie Rogers receives scholarship from the American Fisheries Society for his research.
Teaching the Masses: Making Meaningful Pedagogy in Large Lecture Classes
March 16, 2016
First event held by the new Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
SCSE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Team Showcase Results
March 16, 2016
Members of the Clean Snowmobile Challenge team at UMD showcase results March 16.
University Honors Journal Broadens Student Perspectives
March 15, 2016
Honors journal highlights the scholarship of students in honors programs across the country,
The Biomechanics of Olympic Rowing
March 13, 2016
Faculty members demonstrate and discuss the dynamics and precision required to row and compete at any level.
The Benefits of Summer Classes
March 10, 2016
If you’ve wondered why people take summer classes, here are some of the benefits of using the summer months for your education.
Chemistry Student Alexander King: Harvesting Solar Energy
March 3, 2016
At UMD, Alexander King's classes have grown progressively more challenging.
Amazing Birch Bark Gets Boost
February 28, 2016
Modern science and ancient medicine have both confirmed the healing powers of the natural chemicals in birch bark.
IRRRB, University to Fund Study of Ilmenite Mining Potential
February 22, 2016
IRRRB approves funding for NRRI to conduct pre-feasibility, pilot-scale tests on processing ilmenite.
C-Stroke and J-Stroke into Arctic H2O
February 11, 2016
Grad Shares Stories from 1500-Mile Paddle to the Arctic Ocean
Energy and timber set for win-win
January 24, 2016
NRRI joins consortium to brainstorm how to turn excess biomass into fuels.
UMD's New Early Childhood Studies Minor
January 21, 2016
UMD’s new Early Childhood Studies (ECS) minor evolved from student need and faculty collaboration.
UMD Faculty and Students Try Out Unique High Voltage Equipment
January 12, 2016
Assistant Professor Christian Schardt is excited about his work, and for good reason.
NRRI Adds Research Expertise
January 11, 2016
Research expertise in wood biomass conversion and geomicrobiology.
LSBE Students Take Part in Economic Status Reporting
January 3, 2016
The Regional Economic Indicator Forum prepared by economists and UMD student researchers highlights positive and negative trends.
Associate Professor Sergei Katsev's Lake Research
December 15, 2015
Research demonstrates how some data collected from large lakes, like Lake Superior, can be used to learn more about ocean environments.
Student Researcher at NRRI
December 14, 2015
An NRRI machine shop project looms as Richie Vang's favorite.
Adopt a Classroom Project Provides Soon-To-Be Teachers with a Valuable Opportunity
December 12, 2015
Discovering Secrets of the Universe Through Sediment Cores
December 1, 2015
Graduate student Laura Cappio.
It's being organized: LSBE student shares her secrets to success
November 24, 2015
Krista Anderson: double majoring in organizational management and Hispanic studies.
NRRI Receives $1.9 Million For Biofuel Research
November 5, 2015
Grant Will Help to Develop Locally Sourced Biofuels
UMD's Electronic Extravaganza
November 3, 2015
UMD's MADD (Motion + Media Across Disciplines) Lab is put to good use.
NRRI Cultivates a Renewable Energy Future
November 1, 2015
Solar and wind energy readily come to mind when talk turns to alternative energy options.
Your Passport to Professional Success
October 29, 2015
UMD's Passport to Professional Success program
UMD's Economic Impact on the Region
October 13, 2015
The Bureau of Business and Economic Research reports UMD contributes more than $521 million in local production.
FISHNETSTOCKINGS
July 26, 2015
FISH.NET.STOCKINGS appears at the international conference arts festival, ELO 2015 End(s) of Electronic Literature.
A Passion for Preservation
June 16, 2015
Rachel Phelps: a major in history, a minor in German, and a certificate in museum studies.
John O'Neill Research News
May 31, 2015
Launch of the Awareness campaign and more from Graphic Design Assistant Professor John O'Neill
On the Front Line of the Invasion
May 11, 2015
NRRI collaborates to reduce invasive species in the Great Lakes
Testing the Timbers
March 31, 2015
Wood bridges have great advantages with improved inspection techniques
Young Forests Are For the Birds
January 6, 2015
Large harvest plots attract variety of bird species 20 years later.
Professor Shares Insights about Ebola with Campus and Media
December 11, 2014
Assoc. Professor Jeremy Youde Initiates Ebola Discussion
Experiment in Networking Yields New Links on Campus
December 11, 2014
Research Breakfasts Serve Up Ideas & Collaborations
From Jakarta to Duluth in Pursuit of an Answer
December 10, 2014
Inne Singgih Masters DNA Sequencing and Graph Theory
Unusual UROP Launches Publishing Adventure
December 9, 2014
Faculty member and student create children's book
The Green Power Grid
September 25, 2010
Could electric vehicles play a bigger role in backing up the power grid of the future" UMD seeks to find answers through an NSF research... more