U Card Wins National Video Award

Student with textbooks in the library (screenshot from U Card video)
U Card Wins National Video Award

The University of Minnesota U Card Office Wins NACCU Best Video Award for 2023

NACCU 2023 Best Video Award Trophy inscribed with University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is proud to announce that it has been named the recipient of the National Association of Campus Card Users (NACCU) Best Video Award for 2023. The award was presented as part of the NACCU Annual Conference on April 19, 2023 in Austin, Texas.

The NACCU Best Video Award recognized institutions that use video to communicate the purpose and intent of their card office, promote the use of campus cards, and stand out among other NACCU member institutions. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities submitted an outstanding video entry that showcased its innovative use of technology and its commitment to providing the best possible service to its stakeholders.

“We are thrilled to receive the NACCU Best Video Award,” said Stephen Courchane, Director of the U Card Office. “Our team worked hard to create a video that effectively communicates the value of our card office to the University community, and this award is a testament to that.”

The Twin Cities U Card Office at a glance

30,000
cards issued annually
70,000
ID photos uploaded online since 2014
19,000
active Gopher GOLD users

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities has a long history of providing exceptional service and support to its students, faculty, and staff. The U Card Office plays a vital role in this mission by providing a wide range of services, including campus identification cards, departmental access cards, and administering the Gopher GOLD campus cash program.

The University of Minnesota U Card Office is honored to receive this prestigious award and looks forward to continuing its tradition of excellence. 

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News & Promotions

Starting in late December and continuing through late January, you will notice some changes to the food and snack vending machines.

View adjusted winter hours for our main office in Coffman Memorial Union and the closure of the St. Paul Student Center and U Card satellite station over winter break.

Beginning on Wednesday, May 29, the U Card Office is giving away fifty (50) Gopher GOLD prizes of $10!

The Gopher GOLD and Dining Dollars management system will undergo an upgrade to enhance reliability and security from March 4–6, 2024. During this time, you will not be able to use Dining Dollars and Gopher GOLD.

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The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is proud to announce that it has been named the recipient of the National Association of Campus Card Users (NACCU) Best Video Award for 2023.

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To apply for a Huntington sponsorship, please review the information on the program website and complete the application form. The form must be completed 45 days prior to the event.

As approved by the Board of Regents in their June meeting, the U Card Office is initiating a fee schedule change for services relating to U Cards, the Gopher GOLD Program, department ID cards, and temporary access cards.

The U Card website has been redesigned and revamped to offer a stellar user experience for students, staff, parents, and guests to learn more about the U Card and Gopher GOLD, and take action regarding their cards.