The University of Minnesota is defending its right to discipline a student over Facebook comments that her instructors found threatening.The Minnesota Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday.
Flood in Brady Hall forces students out of dorms
A flood on the seventh floor of Brady Hall last night was caused by a broken sprinkler head and forced residents out of their dorms as the St. Paul Fire Department, Public Safety and Residence Life worked together to shut the water off and clean up the mess.
News in :90 – Feb. 8, 2012
[slidepress gallery = ‘120208_nin_shaver’] This is News in :90 for Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012.
News in :90 – Feb. 7, 2012
This is News in :90 for Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012.
News in :90 – Feb. 6, 2012
This is News in :90 for Monday, Feb. 6, 2012.
USG president resigns over “error in judgment”
USG President Greg Scharine resigned at Sunday’s meeting, and Vice President Mike Orth was sworn in as the new president.
Off-campus theft and burglary on the rise
Associate Director of Public Safety Michael Barrett said that theft and burglary in the area surrounding campus is on the rise. In January, an armed robbery occurred at the SuperAmerica near campus.
Family studies director hosts upcoming “What Happy Couples Do” seminar
St. Thomas Director of Family Studies Carol Bruess’ “What Happy Couples Do” seminar will be featured in the “Learning for Life” educational series at O’Shaughnessy Education Center auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Check out a preview of Tuesday’s event.
Copyright crackdown
Information Resources and Technology receives 250 to 500 complaints from record and movie companies each year due to St. Thomas students who violate copyright laws. If IRT receives a complaint, it attempts to identify the student by IP address and then forwards the complaint to the student.
Student Diversity and Inclusion Services to host Daughters of Africa
In honor of Black History Month, Student Diversity and Inclusion Services plans to host Daughter’s of Africa, a one-woman theatrical performance talking about pioneers in black history.
Men’s hockey takes MIAC title with 5-2 win over Bethel
St. Thomas used goals from five different players to clinch the MIAC championship after defeating Bethel Friday night at home.
New dorms not in university’s plans
Since the completetion of the ASC and the AARC, rumors have surfaced about a need for additional housing options, and some students have wondered if new dorms are on the way.
News in :90 – Feb. 3, 2012
[slidepress gallery = ‘120203_nin_roche’] This is News in :90 for Friday, Feb. 3, 2012.
News in :90 – Feb. 2, 2012
This is News in :90 for Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012.
University will not add extra security for student center
Public Safety will not be adding additional security to monitor the student center. Building managers have been trained to respond to problems and handle other safety procedures.