Academic Affairs & Provost

Global Food Initiative

The University of Minnesota and the United Nations' Food and Agricultural Organization have formed an historic collaboration to address issues around the global food supply. This initiative will involve the research and expertise of faculty, staff, and students from the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences, School of Public Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Biological Sciences, and others. Read more at the UMNews web site.

These thirty-second video spotlights feature a 'behind-the-scenes' view of academics at University of Minnesota, and showcase faculty and student talent. Learn more about the people and initiatives behind the headlines.

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Graduate education transformation

The University of Minnesota is in the midst of an historic restructuring effort designed to enhance the student experience, streamline processes, and improve overall quality. Since the start of this transformation in 2009, the university is improving student fellowship packages, enhancing collegiate involvement in graduate education, and streamlining administrative processes and policies. Read more at The Graduate School’s web site.

Faculty awards

The number of University of Minnesota faculty recognized for their excellence is on the rise. Faculty have been awarded the Nobel Prize, the MacArthur Genius Grant, and nine Guggenheims, and eight faculty have been inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, six into the Institute of Medicine, and four into the National Academy of Sciences. Learn more at Scholars Walk.