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August 22, 2018 12:00 AM

Nadine Strossen: Resist hate with free speech

Former longtime ACLU president Nadine Strossen says we must resist hate speech with free speech.

by MPR News Staff

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August 19, 2018 5:50 PM

Kofi Annan leaves 'powerful' legacy at Macalester College

The president of St. Paul's Macalester College said former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan leaves a "powerful" legacy at the school.

by Mike Moen

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August 17, 2018 6:28 PM

Robotics teams encourage students to explore STEM fields

Robotics teams from dozens of local high schools showed off their machines at 3M's Maplewood headquarters today. The robots are diverse and the teams are increasingly so, too.

by Martin Moylan

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August 17, 2018 6:56 AM

NYU medical school plans free tuition for those studying to be doctors

New York University said the move was to address the high cost of entering a career in medicine. Most med students graduate in debt, which can often top $200,000.

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August 16, 2018 6:20 AM

Bills and bulletproof backpacks: Safety measures for a new school year

As summer draws to a close, schools are beefing up security, and some parents are buying bulletproof school supplies. In Washington, one agency wants to students to learn about traumatic injuries.

by Alexis Arnold

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August 10, 2018 5:10 AM

U president search firm: best candidates have to be 'coaxed into it.'

The University of Minnesota's Board of Regents has a big job ahead - selecting a new president. Eric Kaler will retire in 11 months, and the board has to find a replacement that will take over the university at a time when higher education is in flux.

by Peter Cox

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August 9, 2018 6:17 AM

How learning science is catching up to Mr. Rogers

The popular film this summer shows how the topics -- and the format -- Fred Rogers brought to TV are as relevant to education and child development as they ever were.

by Anya Kamenetz

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August 8, 2018 3:29 PM

Photos: Wilderness newbies develop an 'I Can!' attitude outdoors

If you haven't gone fishing, camping or mountain biking, and don't have a friend or family member who has, you are highly unlikely to take full advantage of outdoor life in Minnesota. The DNR hopes to change that.

by Sara Porter