Sydney Tomes graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree with a double major in exercise and rehabilitation sciences and public health, with a minor in health and wellness coaching. After graduation, she plans to pursue a Master's degree, aiming to work in healthcare administration or public health policy. She hopes this path will enable her to develop solutions and enhance access to healthcare services. Enjoy this excerpt from her commencement address delivered during the University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) 2025 morning commencement ceremony.Learn more about degree programs at UMD: https://academics.d.umn.edu/

A recap of the Girls Just Want to have Techno event hosted by Women in Psych and the UMD Techno Club. This event offered students a way to destress before finals, learn about the positive impacts of dancing on mental health, and safety tips to consider before attending a festival or party.Learn more about campus life at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD): https://campus-life.d.umn.edu/

A group of engineering students from the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) toured a net zero home in Duluth to learn more about the design and mechanics required for the home to produce more energy than it uses. This learning experience was facilitated by the Institute on the Environment (IonE), a University of Minnesota System effort to develop the next generation of leaders in sustainability.Read more about this experience:

Hmong Heritage Night featured food, fashion, dance and musical performances. Hosted by UMD’s Hmong Living in Unity and Balance (HLUB), this annual event is an opportunity for Hmong students to share their culture with UMD and the broader community. Alivia Lor, a psychology and cultural entrepreneurship student, captivated the audience with an original dance featuring decorative dragon puppets she handcrafted herself in an effort to inspire her peers to connect with their heritage.Read more about the event: https://news.d.umn.edu/articles/hmong-heritage-night Learn more about campus life at UMD: https://campus-life.d.umn.edu/

Varshini Bhavanam studies computer science at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). Outside of class, she serves as president of the International Club, an experience she says has built her confidence as a student and provided opportunities to share her culture. In her studies, Bhavanam is learning several coding languages and experimenting with developing mobile applications geared toward helping low income families and college students. She loves helping others and has enjoyed learning how technology can make a positive impact in people’s lives.Learn more about campus life at UMD: https://campus-life.d.umn.edu/ Learn more about computer science at UMD: https://scse.d.umn.edu/departments-and-programs/computer-science