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

The Bird Club at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) visited Sax-Zim Bog in search of owls in early February. Sax-Zim Bog is one of the world’s best birding sites and is located just 50 miles from campus.Read more about this student experience: https://news.d.umn.edu/articles/bird-club

Students in the Swenson College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) gain hands-on experience early in their degree programs, helping them determine what fields of study best align with their interests.Read more about how hands-on work is integrated into the Introduction to Civil Engineering course: helps students determine what fields of study best align with their interests.

Addison Severs is studying Studio Art at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) with the goal of creating immersive experiences for Disney. Outside of class, he worked as a set designer for the Duluth Haunted Ship for three seasons and is currently working as a light designer for Sound Central.Read more about Addison's story: https://news.d.umn.edu/articles/dream-destination

Integrated Elementary and Special Education students at UMD are learning how to teach science by designing hands-on activities and putting them to the test. Read more about their experience: https://news.d.umn.edu/articles/harnessing-wind

We dropped in on a biology lab at UMD where students were working with plants grown in soil amended with biochar. Read more: https://news.d.umn.edu/articles/general-biology