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Conflicts over political speech at University of Minnesota prompt calls for action

Conflicts over political speech at University of Minnesota prompt calls for action

Administrators and students are working together to mend divisive political discourse at the University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus. Recent controversies have forced dialogue about freedom of expression among students and staff at the school.
by Nick Scheffler

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‘Work hard to make it look easy’: Winona basketball announcer hits 1,000th game

‘Work hard to make it look easy’: Winona basketball announcer hits 1,000th game

Ray Felton has been volunteering as the voice of Winona high school sports since the mid-1990s. On Friday, he’s announcing his 1,000th game for the Winona Senior High School Winhawks.
by Catharine Richert

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It’s an unimpeachable teachable moment

It’s an unimpeachable teachable moment

Current events make great fodder for civics lessons. Right now, there’s an abundance of fodder.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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U of M system chief backs plan to eliminate Duluth campus debt

U of M system chief backs plan to eliminate Duluth campus debt

While the proposal to pay off Duluth’s debt won’t stop a previously announced campus cost-cutting plan, University of Minnesota system president Joan Gabel said it would offer UMD a fresh start and let leaders focus on the future.
by Dan Kraker and Peter Cox

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U of Minn Regents OK new provost contract of $500K-plus

U of Minn Regents OK new provost contract of $500K-plus

The board voted to approve Rachel Croson's contract as the university's next executive vice president and provost. Croson is currently dean of Michigan State University’s College of Social Science.
by The Associated Press

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Report recommends steps to close Minnesota’s education gaps

Report recommends steps to close Minnesota’s education gaps

The “Reimagine Minnesota” report incorporates education research into nine recommendations to address state education achievement gaps, which are some of the worst in the country.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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