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Documentarian Ralph Crowder II is preparing to host Before the Mayflowers Landed, a three-day showcase of hip-hop inspired films, media, and discussions May 4-6, 2023.

Carter Yost, 2023 Truman Scholar and political science, communications, & history triple-major, is devoted to understanding and tackling injustices.

Truman Scholar, artist, and advocate Joleece Pecore is a member of the Ho Chunk Nation and also has heritage in the Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans.

The postdoctoral associate’s wide scope of projects are all driven by the same goal: to preserve and maintain the histories of underserved communities.

Professor Dean Billmeyer recently gave his last organ performance at the University of Minnesota. He was interviewed by KMSP Fox 9.

The CLA community is dedicated to advancing environmental scholarship, increasing sustainability, and raising awareness about how to preserve our beautiful planet—on Earth Day…

Ten graduating CLA seniors look back on their time at the U, give advice, and share their plans for the future.

Inspired by “how science and humanities go hand in hand,” Tony Kamel will carry his knowledge from CLA to the School of Dentistry this fall.

Madison Holman describes her time as a strategic communication major as “exciting, stressful, and filled with meaningful connection.”

As an English major, Morgan Hamernik has “learned how to see the world in different ways” and communicate effectively about what she’s seeing.

Lauren Guidish thought research was something that she could never do, but quickly learned how “unique and rewarding” it can be after starting as a research assistant.

After transferring to the U her senior year, Lucie Hoeschen has taken advantage of CLA’s resources to jump start her career in law.

Khoa Nguyen “developed a lot as a student and as a professional” in CLA and is ready to bring his skills to the field of public health.

Greer Gentges explored a number of fields through courses that interested her before settling on her majors and minor.

During his time on the University of Minnesota Speech Team, Jackson Gunvalson has learned a number of valuable skills and met “many wonderful people.”

Aspen Holm will be pursuing a PhD in psychology next year, continuing the passion she developed during her undergraduate research experiences.

Whether she’s cheering on the Gopher Hockey team or researching, Emma Astrup is always looking for opportunities to “keep her curiosity growing.”

McKnight Presidential Chair in Psychology Mark Snyder comments on the ways that volunteerism has changed in the US.

Congratulations to the March 2023 PhD Graduates.

Congratulations to Rachel Gage for receiving the Psychology Staff Excellence Award.