UMD Swenson College of Science & Engineering

Another event cancellation:

⚠️ EVENT CANCELLATION NOTICE ⚠️

Because of the current air quality conditions in NE Minnesota, the NRRI Duluth Open House on Friday, July 17, is cancelled.

We place the health of our employees and our guests first. We will announce a reschedule date in the future. Thank you!

Just saw this notice - Science on Deck set for tomorrow has been postponed:

Your attention please: The July 17 Science on Deck on the R/V Blue Heron in the Duluth Harbor is cancelled due to wild fire smoke in the area causing unhealthy conditions.

*Future date for the next Science on Deck is Friday August 28, 2026

Stay safe and healthy during bad air days with these DIY air purifiers Wildfires are expected to increase as the climate warms, while warm...

Many of our faculty and staff work with NRRI to conduct research and they're an amazing resource and support for the environment and industry in our state. They're hosting an open house this Friday, so check it out!

Science on Deck July 17 from 11a - 3p:
Collaboration with the Duluth Public Library for "Libraries Love Lakes". The R/V Blue Heron will be tied-up, open to the public at the DECC harbor front near the Great Lakes Aquarium. Free tours of the research vessel, science displays, two local authors will be aboard with their lake related published writings. Alex Messenger at 1130am and Margi Preus at 130pm.

of the work of engineering professor Abbie Clarke-Sather as she and her research team develop potential solutions to help tackle textile waste. And thanks to MPR News for helping to share the important research being done on our campus:

CONGRATS BULLDOGS!!❤️
We are so proud of you Class of 2026!🎓🥳