MN Daily News: In The Know

Episode 99: An exploration of bias in news

An opinion piece on the decline of print journalism, traditional news formats, and how journalists should adapt to help audiences engage with news in the internet age.

Episode 98: Weisman Teen Architecture Workshop re-opens after pandemic delays

After a two year delay due to COVID-19 concerns, the Weisman Art Museum Teen Architecture Workshop, led by University architecture students, returns for its 22nd year of programming to continue teaching Minnesota teens the building blocks of architecture.

Episode 97: How the U is handling a rise in summertime crime

The Daily spoke with university professionals to better understand what has lead to rising crime and how the university can prevent violent crime incidents in the wake of shooting near campus.

Episode 96: Student celebrates Indian culture through fashion

University student Sonu Lane showed designs at Coalesce, a Twin Cities AAPI fashion show. Lane pulls inspiration from her Indian culture and identity. 

Episode 95: The toll of I-94, 35W and their futures

The Daily reported on how two highways affected BIPOC communities in the Twin Cities during and after construction. Neighbors and organizers put forth ideas for the future of these highways. 

Episode 94: UMN proposal looks to make transit more affordable

If passed, the Universal Transit Pass proposal would cut the current U-Pass cost by more than half. University representatives and students explain how this would change transportation on and off campus. 

Episode 93: How the worker shortage affects M Dining

Since the pandemic began, UMN students and administration have seen a worker shortage in residential dining halls. Staff members discuss the effects on student workers and administrative hiring efforts.

Episode 92: ASU finds community through gala

The Asian-American Student Union hosted their annual Gala to fundraise and reinvigorate the Asian-American community at UMN. Students spoke about the significance of in-person events to form connections. 

Episode 91: Students discuss UMN minimum wage

The University’s CBS and Institute on the Environment recently raised minimum wages for student workers to $15 or above.

Episode 90: Students react after Biden extended loan pause to May

The Daily’s podcast reporter Sam Moser spoke with three University students on how the student loan pause will affect them as the pandemic continues.