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We know him as a dedicated leader, a horseman, and a sportsman, but Wednesday President Bob Bruininks flashed his considerable talents as a musician. Bruininks, who briefly considered a career in music, played the "Minnesota Rouser" with the Minneapolis Pops Orchestra as part of its Summer at Northrop noon concert. Watch a video of his performance. (Photo by Patrick O'Leary)

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President gives State of the U

March 10, 2008

Transforming the U: Academic Initiatives Update (752 K PDF)

December 13, 2007

Finnish or not, here we come...
Finnish President Tarja Halonen is receiving an honorary degree from UMD this weekend in conjunction with "FinnFest 2008."

Lions caught in the crossfire
A study by University of Minnesota lion researcher Craig Packer and colleagues points to climate change as the agent that set African lions up for fatal infections.

'The Count of Monte Cristo' — The tale of Edmund Dantes and his epic quest of love, betrayal, and retribution to becoming the powerful and cunning Count of Monte Cristo. Turn-of-the-century vaudeville-style theater, complete with audience participation.
Through Aug. 23, Minnesota Centennial Showboat, Harriet Island

More events

Re-inspiring citizenship — News anchor Don Shelby joins members of the November 5th Coalition to discuss the renewal of Minnesota's citizenship action tradition.
July 24, 7 p.m., Weisman Art Museum

'Drivers and Impediments' — Forum on driving innovation. Panelists present their thoughts on how government policies can help or hinder.
July 28, 1 p.m., Carlson School of Management

McNair Scholars — Twenty scholars from UMTC and other area colleges take part in the 16th annual poster presentation.
July 29, 2 p.m., Coffman Union

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