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A sunny picture of the Memorial Union.

Springtime Activities for UND Students

Quinn Berg, Section Editor April 23, 2026

It may not be short-and-t-shirt weather in Grand Forks quite yet, but there is no doubt that daily temperatures are heating up. The sun is hanging higher, and snow is melting faster than it can fall. Another...

The Chester Fritz Library building.

Chester Fritz Library Slated for Demolition

Quinn Berg, Section Editor April 2, 2026

In a shocking announcement from the University of North Dakota, it has been revealed that the historic Chester Fritz Library will be torn down this summer.  According to university leadership,...

The Chester Fritz Library's computer lab.

Chester Fritz Library Upgrades Computer Lab

Quinn Berg, Section Editor March 5, 2026

Big changes have come to the Chester Fritz Library’s various computer labs. With the completion of a renovation project that has been in the works for over a year, the CFL now provides access...

Scientific posters hang on a wall.

Biology Department Celebrates Charles Darwin Day

Quinn Berg, Section Editor February 19, 2026

Students and faculty of the UND Biology Department celebrated the 217th birthday of Charles Darwin with a research poster presentation event on Wednesday, Feb. 11.  Held from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15...

The Joy of Silent Book Club

The Joy of Silent Book Club

Zoe Booth, Reporter April 10, 2025

Book clubs have been around for a long time and are a time for readers to discuss literature, share insights, and bond over a common love of books. However, traditional book clubs often come with their...

A choir sings during UND's 40th annual Honor Music Festival.

UND Hosts 40th Annual Honor Music Festival

Nora Lee, Reporter January 30, 2025

During the weekend of Jan. 24 through Jan. 26, the University of North Dakota’s Music Department hosted their 40th annual Honor Music Festival. This festival provides a unique opportunity for students...

A squatted man points a blacklight at a clue board.

Students Solve Haunted Library Mystery

Dylan Campbell, Reporter November 7, 2024

Students competed in teams for Halloween baskets, comprised of candy and pumpkin-spice-scented flushable Dude Wipes, by racing to see which group could solve the mystery of who has been haunting the Chester...

Dean of Libraries and Information Resources Rebecca Bichel speaks on stage in front of signs displaying values of the UND Leads initiative.

18:83 Speaker Series Featuring Rebecca Bichel

Nora Lee, Reporter March 27, 2024

On Wednesday this past week, another 18:83 Speaker Series session was held on the social stairs in the Memorial Union here on campus. This week’s speaker was Rebecca Bichel, the Dean of Libraries and...

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