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New dinosaur lab adds dragons and fantasy to the mix

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University of Minnesota students hone observation and critical thinking skills in new, hands-on addition to Earth Sciences course.

Merrick Pierson Smela
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Q&A with Churchill Scholar Merrick Pierson Smela

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Merrick Pierson Smela, a chemistry and biochemistry major at the University of Minnesota, will spend the 2018-19 academic year learning more about human reproductive biology at Churchill College in Cambridge, England.

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Two CSE students named 2018 Astronaut Scholars

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Two students in the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering have been awarded scholarships for the 2018-19 academic year by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation.

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Devin Dykes: Ecologically minded researcher and 3M Diversity Scholarship recipient

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With support from 3M, the College of Science and Engineering is working to increase diversity of the student population by attracting top students like Devin Dykes.

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Avery Loya: Aspiring chemical engineer and 3M Diversity Scholarship recipient

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Avery Loya was drawn to the College of Science and Engineering’s world class reputation and a $40,000 scholarship affirmed his decision.

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Setting a place at the table

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The 3M Diversity Scholarship is paving the way for more underrepresented students to pursue science and engineering at the University of Minnesota.

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Emma Grant: Self-proclaimed math nerd and 3M Diversity Scholarship recipient

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With support from 3M, Emma Grant is free to fully dedicate herself to academic excellence and helping others enjoy mathematics.

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CSE students among winners of 2018 Acara Challenge

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Aelios Technology, a team comprised of University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering (CSE) students, took the top prize in the graduate division of the Acara Challenge.
 

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CSE by the numbers: Anderson Innovation Labs

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From solar cars and rockets to a prosthetic hand, the new Clifford I. and Nancy C. Anderson Innovation Labs are changing education for students.

Students fit Seemore the sea turtle with a new exoshell
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Shoring up Seemore the sea turtle’s shell

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University of Minnesota engineering students recently completed a fitting for a 3D-printed exoshell they developed for an injured sea turtle at SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium at the Mall of America.