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After the refinery explosion in Superior, scientists from UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory are launching a new research mission.
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Following the Husky Superior Refinery fire, scientists from UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory are studying the waters of Lake Superior.
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Eleven students in Instructor Angela Sharp's calculus for the natural sciences class took off on the Blue Heron.
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Bulldogs Amber White and Loranzie “LJ” Rogers have a big reason to be happy.
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Bulldogs Amber White and Loranzie “LJ” Rogers have a big reason to be happy.
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Bulldogs Amber White and Loranzie “LJ” Rogers have a big reason to be happy.
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Sam Jacobs is one of the first people to graduate with UMD's new master’s degree in chemical engineering.
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Mini Conference on Sustainability held on Tuesday, April 24, from 2-3 pm in the Kirby Garden Room
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Take part in the Twin Ports City Nature Challenge, April 27-30, and upload your pics.