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Deactivation of retiree access to Zoom servicesA number of our retirees have experienced the deactivation of their umn.edu-domain access to Zoom when trying to schedule a Zoom meeting. Here's why. Published:More... |
Still making changeFive recipients of awards from UMRA’s Professional Development Grants for Retirees program, including Regent Emeritus Josie R. Johnson, are highlighted in “Still Making Change,” a feature article about U of M retirees written by UMRA Board member Will Craig and published in the Winter 2021 issue of Minnesota Alumni. Published:More... |
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Grant application deadline reminderDecember 11 is the application deadline for next year’s awards from the Professional Development Grants for Retirees (PDGR) program. Published:More... |
Support the UMRA grants programUMRA, together with the University of Minnesota Foundation, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to support the Professional Development Grants for Retirees program. Published:More... |
Driven campaign is in the home stretchAs the University’s 10-year capital campaign enters its final months, UMRA members are urged to continue their generous support of our University, its students, and its essential programs. Published:More... |
HELLO, my name is Sally KohlstedtAlthough still teaching and advising in the Program in History of Science and Technology, Sally Kohlstedt is already enjoying the benefits of membership in UMRA. Published:More... |
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On being maroon and gold, and BlackAmelious N. Whyte Jr., PhD, is director of public engagement in the College of Liberal Arts Office of Institutional Advancement, and previously worked in the Board of Regents office and served as senior associate vice provost for Student Advocacy and Support. Published:More... |
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Volunteer spotlight | Fran LinhartCommitted to life-long learning and volunteering, musician and global traveler Fran Linhart says, “The U is my best friend. It offers so many wonderful opportunities for retirees.” Published:More... |
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Annual grant competition starts October 15The Professional Development Grants for Retirees (PDGR) program is an annual competition that makes grants available to University of Minnesota retirees for professional development and research. All retirees from all five campuses in the University of Minnesota System may qualify to apply. Published:More... |
On being maroon and gold, and BlackThe UMRA News is offering colleagues across the University an opportunity to share with us some of their experiences on being maroon and gold, and Black. Rahel Ghebre, MD, MPH, is a gynecologic oncologist and professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health. Published:More... |
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Volunteer spotlight | Sally ShackelWhen Sally Schakel retired from the University of Minnesota’s Nutrition Coordinating Center, she wanted to have a purpose in retirement and to keep connected to the U. She found her “volunteer home” at the University Retirees Volunteer Center. Published:More... |
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Keeping up with news about the UUMRA members who want to keep up with events at the University and news about the University can easily do so. There are three news and information sources to which you can subscribe, all delivered by email for free. Published:More... |
HELLO, my name is Lawrence RudnickThe Bell Museum on the U of M campus in St. Paul is a favorite place for astrophysicist Lawrence Rudnick, and for good reason. Published:More... |
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How to ZoomAre you avoiding interesting UMRA programs because you’re unsure how to join a Zoom meeting or attend a Zoom webinar? You’re not alone. But it is not all that difficult. Published:More... |
Leadership retreat was upbeat, productiveUMRA held its biannual planning retreat on August 25, bringing together UMRA officers, board members, committee chairs, and interest group leaders for a half-day meeting via Zoom. It was clear from the outset that UMRA has an engaged and vibrant volunteer base. Published:More... |
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