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MPR News keeps track of the latest education news in Minnesota so you can understand the events shaping the future of learning and how it impacts students at any level.

Stay informed about local education events, policies and more happening in schools and colleges across Minnesota.

Pay gap between college grads and everyone else at a record

Pay gap between college grads and everyone else at a record

College graduates, on average, earned 56 percent more than high school grads in 2015, according to data compiled by the Economic Policy Institute. That was up from 51 percent in 1999.
by The Associated Press

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U's Kaler readies legislative funding pitch amid football scandal

U's Kaler readies legislative funding pitch amid football scandal

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler about the future of Gophers football and about how the latest scandal could affect funding from the state.
by MPR News Staff

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Winona schools chief out following plagiarism questions

The school district chair said ex-superintendent Stephen West also claimed to hold a doctorate from St. Mary's University when he took the position. St. Mary's said West does not hold that degree.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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U football players' sexual conduct tests burdens of proof

U football players' sexual conduct tests burdens of proof

The very public sexual assault investigations into some members of the University of Minnesota football team last month showed the clear differences between campus and criminal investigations.
by Peter Cox

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Minnesota mom raises funds for elementary school's lunch debt

A Sartell mother was surprised it took just an hour on social media to raise hundreds of dollars to pay off student lunch debt at a St. Cloud elementary school.
by Associated Press

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Historically black college: Band will march at inauguration

The president of a historically black college in Alabama says its band will perform in President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural parade, despite a barrage of criticism.
by Associated Press

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Is free college really free?

Is free college really free?

Free tuition has been a buzz phrase lately, and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's statewide proposal puts it front and center this week. Here's a look at the fine print.

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New York governor proposes free college for lower-income students

New York governor proposes free college for lower-income students

Democrat Andrew Cuomo says his plan would allow students from families earning less than $125,000 a year to attend state-run schools without paying tuition.
by Jason Slotkin

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