The University of Minnesota (formally the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities) is a public land-grant research university in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States. The Twin Cities campus comprises locations in Minneapolis and Falcon Heights, a suburb of St. Paul, approximately 3 mi (4.8 km) apart. The Twin Cities campus is the oldest and largest in the University of Minnesota system and has the ninth-largest main campus student body in the United States, with 52,376 students at the start of the 202122 academic year. It is the flagship institution of the University of Minnesota System, and is organized into 19 colleges, schools, and other major academic units.
The Department of Entomology at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, located in Minneapolis, United States, serves as a leading hub for exploring the intricate world of insects and their profound influence on ecosystems, human well-being, and society. The department provides robust educational opportunities through an Insect Science minor for undergraduates and comprehensive Master's and PhD programs for graduate students, emphasizing both foundational theory and essential hands-on research experience. Faculty and students engage in significant research spanning critical areas like pollinator health, sustainable pest management, invasive species, and molecular biology, supported by advanced facilities including the vast UMN Insect Collection. Dedicated to public understanding, the department actively participates in community outreach. Graduates are well-equipped for diverse professional roles in academic institutions, government agencies, private industry, and non-profit organizations, contributing expertise to address pressing insect-related issues globally.
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