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Liberal Arts Expertise Around Issues of Race, Justice, Dignity, and Respect

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CLA faculty share their expertise and insights on topics and issues related to the murder of George Floyd.

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Liberal Arts Expertise around COVID-19

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CLA faculty are bringing their insights and expertise to the benefit of us all during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Q&A with Hamy Huynh

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Even though her last semester at the U moved to distance learning, Hamy Huynh didn’t let it stop her from learning and growing. “I’m choosing to look on the bright side and have been using this pandemic as a reason to better myself mentally, physically, emotionally, and career-wise.”

Q&A with Fariza Hassan

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“The most meaningful interactions I've had with instructors and advisors during this time is the simple reminders of support and care that they constantly provided throughout the end of the semester.” Senior Fariza Hassan reflects on her time during distance learning and the people who helped her navigate the uncertainties.

Q&A with Cassidy Drummond

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Being from NYC, Cassidy Drummond hasn’t seen her family since January due to COVID-19. But with the help of her friends and professors, she built a support system that helped her through the semester.

Q&A with Bridget Brown

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Senior Bridget Brown discusses adapting to distance learning and how her liberal arts education helped her better understand the different aspects of COVID-19.

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Upcoming Events

June 16, 2020 to August 11, 2020

GLOSX 0063 - (Virtual) Finnish Summer Book Club for Educators

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Finding Courage, Wellness, and Happiness Through the Power of Sisu: Finnish Summer Book Club for Educators When: June 16, Juy 14, August 11 Time: 10 am-12pm CST Where: Virtual Zoom meetings...

July 14, 2020 to July 16, 2020

Wind Band Conductor and Educator Virtual Summit

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This Virtual Summit is open to instrumental educators of all levels, will be led via Zoom (online video conferencing system), and held during Central Daylight Time (CDT). Most sessions will...

July 14, 2020

Policing, Public Policy, and Racial Justice: Stories and Analysis from Minneapolis...

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This virtual workshop hosted by the Interdisciplinary Collaborative Workshop (ICW) will explore the historical roots of our contemporary model of policing, racist policing practices and...

July 27, 2020 to August 7, 2020

British Isles Tapestry

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The University of Minnesota Alumni Association invites alumni and friends to explore intriguing destinations together through our Travel Program. Expand your horizons during one of our...

July 29, 2020

Racial Justice Protests and Social Change: Connecting Local Movements, Stories,...

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This virtual workshop hosted by the Interdisciplinary Collaborative Workshop (ICW) will focus on the dynamics of protest in historical and comparative perspective, and the political, social...

August 13, 2020

Web GIS 101 Online

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REGISTER HERE If you are new to GIS, this is the workshop for you! Join our staff for a 2-hour introduction to ArcGIS Online . Through a combination of lectures and hands-on activities,...

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