MN Daily News: In The Know

In this episode, Lucas Vasquez explores cannabis use among students on campus, as well as what faculty and researchers have to say about cannabis and its relationship with our brains.

In this episode, Lucas Vasquez explores the concept of third spaces and where they appear at the U, whether students think there are enough of them, and how they may play a vital role in our overall health.

Lucas Vasquez explores the systemic inequities behind swimming ability, and a free swim program working to reduce disparities in swim education and safety.

Lucas Vasquez explores the systemic inequities behind swimming ability, and a free swim program working to reduce disparities in swim education and safety.

The incoming editor-in-chief and managing editor discuss student reporting experiences and goals for the newsroom.

The incoming editor-in-chief and managing editor discuss student reporting experiences and goals for the newsroom. 

On the Mississippi River, a unique division one team made up of mostly walk-ons pushes past their physical and mental limits to succeed

On the Mississippi River, a unique division one team made up of mostly walk-ons pushes past their physical and mental limits to succeed

The Daily editor-in-chief and managing editor reflect on the 2025-26 year, the lessons they learned and how they dealt with unexpected challenges.

The Daily editor-in-chief and managing editor reflect on the 2025-26 year, the lessons they learned and how they dealt with unexpected challenges.

How is the generative AI boom impacting creative spaces such as music, vocal performance and animation?

How is the generative AI boom impacting creative spaces such as music, vocal performance and animation?

Whether curious or critical of AI, students are invited to explore its possibilities in Walter Library

Whether curious or critical of AI, students are invited to explore its possibilities in Walter Library

The city desk reporter reflects on her first year at The Daily, covering ICE and learning how to approach community-centered reporting.

The city desk reporter reflects on her first year at The Daily, covering ICE and learning how to approach community-centered reporting.

Minnesota's secretary of state and a political science expert weigh in on if the SAVE America Act would actually address voter fraud — or simply shut out eligible voters.

Minnesota's secretary of state and a political science expert weigh in on if the SAVE America Act would actually address voter fraud — or simply shut out eligible voters.

Students and experts discuss how rising tuition costs can impact academic performance and mental health.

Students and experts discuss how rising tuition costs can impact academic performance and mental health. 

An expert in Iranian politics traces the decades of conflict leading to today’s war between the U.S. and Iran, while an Iranian student reflects on watching it unfold from afar.

An expert in Iranian politics traces the decades of conflict leading to today’s war between the U.S. and Iran, while an Iranian student reflects on watching it unfold from afar.  

As administrators revisit tenure policy, teaching professors say the review raises questions about stability, hiring and the future of their roles.