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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.

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American RadioWorks documentary: 'An Imperfect Revolution: Voices from the Desegregation Era'

American RadioWorks documentary: 'An Imperfect Revolution: Voices from the Desegregation Era'

As Minnesota education officials wrestle with decisions about desegregation rules, and which schools should comply with them, an American RadioWorks documentary gives some historical context. An era marked by struggle and hope, anger and idealism. The school children, who are now adults, talk about the lessons learned.

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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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