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Plans are expected on President Eric Kaler's desk by May 15.
Annette Parker was accused by a former adjunct instructor of copying others' work while earning her doctorate at Western Kentucky University. An inquiry determined she did not commit plagiarism.
St. Paul schools chief now a finalist for Florida job
St. Paul Schools Superintendent Valeria Silva on Wednesday was named one of four finalists for the superintendent's job in Palm Beach County Florida.
Aspiring craft brewers hit the books to pick up science chops
As the craft beer industry grows, so do options for learning to brew. More colleges are introducing degree programs to teach the art and science of beer-making.
DFL trims plan for free two-year college
After criticism that the initial cost was too high, Sen. LeRoy Stumpf, DFL-Plummer, announced a revised proposal to make community and technical colleges free for selected Minnesota students.
MN Girl Scout troop sees college visit as important milestone
A Minnesota Girl Scout troop is trying to working to address the achievement gap between white students and students of color.
Hamline picks Vermont dean to be its next president
Fayneese Miller, dean of the College of Education at the University of Vermont, will be Hamline's 20th president, the St. Paul university said Tuesday.
Should Minnesota colleges ditch remedial classes?
Weaker students would do better taking classes with the rest of the student body while getting extra help on the side, some lawmakers say.