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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.

Friday Roundtable: Three college presidents

Three college presidents share their views on graduation rates for non-white students, rising tuition and other hot-button topics they deal with each day.
by MPR News Staff

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A deep dive into Minnesota's graduation gap: For these students, the challenge is real

A deep dive into Minnesota's graduation gap: For these students, the challenge is real

Over the next few months, MPR News reporter Laura Yuen will join host Tom Weber in taking a deep dive into some of the issues surrounding Minnesota's graduation gap, introducing along the way some of the students and teachers who are living it.
by Laura Yuen and Tom Weber

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U details next steps to hire athletics director by July 1

U details next steps to hire athletics director by July 1

The University of Minnesota will pay a search firm $150,000 and use a local 16-member committee to help interview candidates, U President Eric Kaler said Wednesday.
by Peter Cox

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The untold stories of black girls

The untold stories of black girls

Black girls are suspended from school at six times the rate of white girls. In a new book, "Pushout," author Monique Morris tells their stories.

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U's vice president for University Services resigning

U's vice president for University Services resigning

One of the University of Minnesota's highest level administrators, Pam Wheelock, will resign Aug. 15.
by Peter Cox

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For adults, lifelong learning happens the old-fashioned way

For adults, lifelong learning happens the old-fashioned way

Even after high school or college, Americans keep on learning. While online tools make this easier than ever, a new study finds the vast majority of adults prefer taking classes in physical places.

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Judge rejects Minnesota school racial diversity rules

Judge rejects Minnesota school racial diversity rules

The Minnesota Department of Education is headed back to square one drafting new rules for integrating schools. An administrative law judge rejected the department's attempt to include charter schools under the rule.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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