Introducing Laurels Night – A New Minnesota Daily Tradition!

Join us for our inaugural Laurels Night, a new annual celebration hosted by The Minnesota Daily to recognize the achievements of our student journalists and commemorate the end of the academic year.

This special evening will bring together current staff, alumni, faculty, family, and friends to:

✨ Celebrate our graduating seniors
🏆 Present annual staff awards
🤝 Connect with the Daily alumni and the UMN community

Guests will enjoy a plated, sit-down dinner in the beautiful McNamara Alumni Center, accompanied by warm reflections, inspiring stories, and a vibrant celebration of student media excellence.

Attire:

Cocktail/Semi-Formal - Dress to celebrate!

Ticket Information:

🎟️ General Admission (Public & Family): $75

Includes a plated dinner and event program
$45 of this ticket is tax-deductible
Proceeds support The Minnesota Daily’s mission and student journalists

🎟️ Student Staff Ticket: $30

Discounted rate for current MN Daily student staff
Includes dinner and event entry
Limited availability

Laurels Night 2025 - Presented by The Minnesota Daily