July 17 - Google shared drives to implement storage allotments

To further advance the University’s Sustainable Storage program, beginning July 17, managers of Google Workspace shared drives will begin to see storage allocations of 100GB. No immediate action is required as a result of this change; Google shared drives that currently have more than 100GB of data stored as of July 17 will automatically receive additional storage. Learn more about Google shared drives storage allotments.

Applications open for Partnerships for Sustainable Communities Course Grants

The Partnerships for Sustainable Communities Course Grants Program at the Institute on the Environment is now accepting proposals for both fall 2024 and spring 2025 courses. The program provides financial support for community engagement in any U of M credit-bearing courses with a focus on sustainability. See deadlines and more information. Email Thi Nguyen at [email protected] with any questions.

Request for proposals: Collaborative projects with Seoul National University

The International Institute for Biosensing at the University of Minnesota invites proposals for collaborative projects with Seoul National University in the field of biosensing. A total of $100,000 is available to support travel and associated costs for up to four U of M teams. Applications are due Aug. 1. Email [email protected] for more information.

Minnesota joins SCALE workforce development partnership

Several dozen academic, business, and government leaders recently met at the University of Minnesota to mark the official launch of the University’s participation in Scalable Asymmetric Lifecycle Engagement (SCALE), a workforce development program sponsored by the Department of Defense. SCALE is a network of universities brought together to meet the semiconductor workforce needs of the defense sector.

Making computer science inclusive

It may come as a surprise to many people that for the percentage of its high schools offering computer science (CS) courses, Minnesota ranks dead last in the country. Not only are CS courses gateways to STEM careers, but they are also more and more necessary in navigating day-to-day living. The Northern Lights Collaborative for Computing Education, housed in the U of M’s College of Education and Human Development, was created in 2023 to advance CS education across Minnesota and nationally. 

Fostering interprofessional collaboration in nature's classroom

The Itasca Ecohealth IPE Experience is a transformative educational initiative that transcends traditional classroom boundaries. Since its inception two years ago, the experience has emerged as a beacon of interprofessional collaboration and immersive learning. Over the past academic year, 38 eager learners delved into the intricacies of ecohealth, forging connections with nature and each other.

Masonic Cancer Center and Mayo Clinic partner to revolutionize individualized cancer treatment

Cancer survivors are living longer, higher-quality lives than ever before. Still, the most used cancer treatments can cause serious medical problems that negatively impact quality of life and often become another threat to long-term wellbeing. That’s why a team of doctors from the U of M, Masonic Cancer Center, and Mayo Clinic are working on a new immunotherapy cancer treatment with less negative health impacts.

New video series features adults with disabilities speaking about sexual self-advocacy

The University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration and partners collaborated to create a video series funded by New York’s Office of People With Developmental Disabilities as part of a larger series on empowerment.

Research Brief: Scientists identify conservation areas to prevent extinction for thousands of species

A coalition of conservationists and researchers have shown how we can prevent the most likely and imminent species extinctions by saving a tiny percentage of the planet’s surface. See additional recent Research Briefs.

July 16 - Mini-Webinar: Technology Commercialization 101

Learn how to move your research from the academic setting out into the world during this webinar that will provide an overview of the Tech Comm office and how it helps researchers commercialize innovations. This event was designed for researchers who are new to technology commercialization, but it is open to anyone at any stage of their career.

Teaching with Writing Workshops for TAs and graduate instructors

The Writing Across the Curriculum program will offer two pre-fall workshops, each focused on commenting on and grading student writing (papers, problem sets, lab reports, presentations, etc.). Commenting on and Grading Student Writing: Workshop for New Teaching Assistants (Aug. 28) is offered to TAs who assist with faculty-directed courses. Assigning and Assessing Student Writing: Workshop for Graduate Student Instructors (Aug. 29) is offered to TAs who serve as graduate student instructors.