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Staying in touch this summerThe UMRA Program Committee is looking at ways for us to meet over the summer, with a virtual program in June or July and a possible outdoor gathering in August. More... |
On being maroon and gold, and BlackCatherine R. Squires, PhD, is associate dean of the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Over the past decade she has collaborated on a variety of civic media and public history projects to expand understanding of Black history in Minnesota. Published:More... |
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PDGR Committee welcomes new membersUMRA’s Professional Development Grants for Retirees Committee recently increased its membership to gain representation from the University of Minnesota beyond the Twin Cities campus. Published:More... |
Vote to approve amendments to the UMRA BylawsAt our 2021 Annual Meeting on May 25, all members will have an opportunity to vote on proposed amendments to the UMRA Bylaws. These changes were first considered and overwhelmingly approved in a poll emailed to members in October 2020. Published:More... |
Ron MatrossI wanted to share with my descendants my memories of growing up on the edge of Yellowstone Park. Published:More... |
Update on campus parking discountParking and Transportation Services (PTS) has installed new equipment on the Twin Cities campus to collect parking fees. PTS still provides UMRA members a discounted rate, but the way to obtain the discount has changed. Published:More... |
The Campus Club needs helpThe CC needs to develop a new, sustainable business model and would like input from its important stakeholders, including UMRA. Please respond to this request by April 12 if you have suggestions. Published:More... |
Re-launching UMRA’s online, open-access journalJOIE has great potential as a resource for scholars of all types to enjoy reading and/or writing that may be outside their professional spheres. Published:More... |
New committee has an ambitious agendaThe UMRA Board has approved establishment of an Organizational Continuity Committee to develop an infrastructure that supports informed decision-making and planning for the future. Published:More... |
HELLO, my name is John S. AndersonThe Itasca Biological Station and Laboratories in Itasca State Park is John Anderson’s favorite place on the U of M campus. In light of his background, it’s not surprising. Published:More... |
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Taking action on property covenantsBuilding on data from the U’s Mapping Prejudice project, homeowners in six metro-area cities can now take action to remove discriminatory language from their property titles. Published:More... |
Academic Integrity MattersThe Academic Integrity Program offers volunteers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a student’s academic development while at the U and potentially beyond. Published:More... |
Nominating Committee updateThe Nominating Committee has been hard at work and will soon present its recommendations for officers and directors to serve on the 2021-22 UMRA Board. Published:More... |
On being maroon and gold, and BlackProfessor Emeritus John S. Wright, a second-generation and three-degree Gopher, is a distinguished writer, scholar, and educator, but is perhaps best known in University lore for his role in the student takeover of Morrill Hall in 1969. Published:More... |
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