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Thursday, April 24, 2025

April 24, 2025

Good morning,

The days left are starting to dwindle, but fret not, there will always be news, even after the school year ends. That’s the beauty of the world. Hopefully there will always be journalists to provide that news for your viewing pleasure as well.

Meanwhile, we’ve published some stories with you in mind, so scroll down and take a looksie.

Stay gold,

Top Story

Rebecca Cunningham said the University remains committed to DEI amid ongoing political discourse during President Donald Trump’s administration. Courtesy of Aaron Salunke.

UMN President talks about DEI, International issues at USG Forum

by Ahmed Hassan | Published April 24, 2025

University President Rebecca Cunningham answered questions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion, international student issues and other policies during the Undergraduate Student Government’s forum meeting on Tuesday.

USG forum meetings are held every other Tuesday and are the group’s primary meeting time. Most years, the University president visits the forum to speak and answer questions.

While most questions were presubmitted to Cunningham by USG staff, forum attendees also had the chance to ask additional questions.

The University’s Law School paused its search for a new assistant dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion on Jan. 31, as DEI programs were reassessed. At the forum, Cunningham said the University remains committed to DEI amid ongoing political discourse during President Donald Trump’s administration. 

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News

By Katrina Bailey and Regan Guirguis | Xcel Energy Center, home of the Minnesota Wild and Frost, is getting a new name.

The existing arena naming rights agreement with Xcel Energy will conclude this summer after a 25-year partnership, according to a press release. The company will remain a community and business partner of the Wild.

In Other News …

By Sommer Wagen | As home to the art department, the Regis Center for Art is no stranger to spontaneous art installations, but the silver streamers lining its skyway do more than just beautify the space.

Created by University of Minnesota students Erin Jordahl and Jolie Schrage (pronounced “SHRAY-ghee”) for the fall semester 2024 Art and Ecology class, the streamers actually serve as a temporary bird strike mitigator, as detailed by posters on both ends of the skyway.