University of Minnesota Duluth

Recognition & Awards

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Passion, professionalism and volunteerism

Health and physical education major honored with national award

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Celebrating CEHSP distinguished alumni

The College of Education and Human Service Professions announces its 2025 Distinguished Alumni

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UMD recognized with Carnegie Research College and University Designation

University of Minnesota Duluth research earns 2025 Carnegie RCU classification.

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From code to ferns: an interdisciplinary path to discovery

For Isabel Smalley, combining research in Computer Science and Biology at UMD has ignited a lifelong passion and led to the naming of a new plant species.

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Artistry and Advocacy: UMD alum finds purpose in rural America

For UMD grad Nancy X. Valentine, discovering her art and empowering her community earned a spot at the White House.

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Fall 2024 CEHSP faculty and staff accolades

Congratulations to faculty and staff in the College of Education and Human Service Professions for their fall 2024 achievements

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UMD recognized as 2024 ALL IN most engaged campus for college student voting

UMD is one of 471 colleges and universities recognized for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation in the 2024 election.

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Alumnus receives national recognition

Physical education teacher honored with teacher of the year award

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Empowering Indigenous women in STEM

When Sara Troseth isn’t in the computer science classroom, she’s promoting diversity and culture on campus and beyond.

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A model for change

Grant will document best practices and effective partnerships in tribal child welfare

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UMD receives STARS Gold rating for sustainability achievements

Multi-year reporting of campus-wide sustainability efforts earns UMD major accolade.

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UMD recognized for excellence in student voter registration and turnout

ALL IN Awards Day honored UMD for excellence in nonpartisan student voter engagement and campus turnout in the 2022 Midterm Elections.

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