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Voting begins on UND's new nickname

Voting begins on UND's new nickname

Online voting is today through midnight Friday. Those eligible to vote are UND students, faculty and staff; school alumni and retirees; donors; and athletic event season ticket holders.
by The Associated Press

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Graduates sue UMD over education accreditation

Thirteen University of Minnesota Duluth graduates are suing the school, alleging it failed to inform them that the elementary and special education program was not accredited.
by The Associated Press

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Reading, writing, resilience? A new way to shrink the achievement gap

Reading, writing, resilience? A new way to shrink the achievement gap

A Twin Cities coalition of civic and education leaders says that measuring and nurturing social and emotional skills will also help Minnesota solve one of the worst achievement gaps in the nation between white kids and students of color.
by Laura Yuen

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Sex harassment claims led U to investigate Gopher football players

Sex harassment claims led U to investigate Gopher football players

University of Minnesota officials found a "concerning pattern of football player conduct" that led them to investigate five reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault and retaliation by players.
by Peter Cox

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Turmoil swirls around U's Kaler, but he's looking ahead

Turmoil swirls around U's Kaler, but he's looking ahead

University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler has faced withering criticism this year, including one prominent call for him to resign. But Kaler's boss backs him, and U donors do, too.
by Peter Cox

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Minneapolis school board cancels contract with Reading Horizons

Minneapolis school board cancels contract with Reading Horizons

Many said books provided by the Utah company included racial stereotypes. The board will explore options for a refund of the $1.2 million spent so far.
by Tim Nelson

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MSP officials: MEA weekend means packed airport, so come early

MSP officials: MEA weekend means packed airport, so come early

With public schools closing early this week, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport officials expect a crowded airport and are cautioning people to get to the airport earlier than usual.
by Jon Collins

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10 things to do with your kids on MEA weekend

10 things to do with your kids on MEA weekend

"MEA weekend" means most school children in Minnesota have this coming Thursday and Friday off. Here are a few ideas to make the most of another great fall weekend.
by MPR News Staff

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