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Students say U needs to increase mental health funds

Several University of Minnesota students voiced disappointment Friday with a proposed budget they say doesn't do enough to provide mental health services.
by Peter Cox

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Minneapolis schools uncover $17M budget deficit

School officials say the shortfall came from budgeting errors that won't happen again.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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Privacy advocates say student data legislation needs more work

The Legislature is considering legislation that would prohibit companies from selling personally identifiable student data or advertising to students on electronic platforms.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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U proposes tuition hikes for most students; out-of-state students taking the biggest hit

U proposes tuition hikes for most students; out-of-state students taking the biggest hit

The proposed budget headed to the Board of Regents Friday calls for a 9.9 percent tuition increase for non-resident, non-reciprocity students attending the Twin Cities campus. Other students may see increases around 2.5 percent beginning this fall.
by Peter Cox

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American RadioWorks documentary: Beyond the Blackboard: Building Character in Public Schools

American RadioWorks documentary: Beyond the Blackboard: Building Character in Public Schools

An American RadioWorks education documentary called "Beyond the Blackboard: Building Character in the Public Schools." Beyond math and reading, how important is it to teach courage, self-discipline, respect and perseverance?

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MnSCU drops North Carolina travel ban

The ban was imposed after North Carolina passed a law requiring transgender people to use bathrooms and locker rooms matching their birth gender, rather than their gender identity. Gov. Dayton is considering lifting the ban on state employee travel as well.
by Associated Press

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Minneapolis schools chief to head Big Brothers Big Sisters

Minneapolis schools chief to head Big Brothers Big Sisters

Minneapolis Public Schools Interim Superintendent Michael Goar has a new job as CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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