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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.

What the U's central figure in Troubled Waters has to say about it

What the U's central figure in Troubled Waters has to say about it

A reader passed this on to me a few days ago. It looks like Karen Himle, the woman at the center of last fall’s uproar over the “Troubled Waters” environmental-agricultural documentary at the University of Minnesota, has talked about her experience at that time in a speech in Minnetonka. You may remember that Himle, who…
by Alex Friedrich

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How do we close the achievement gap?

How do we close the achievement gap?

Midday presents an MPR special report from reporter Sasha Aslanian looking at a school that was held up as a model in St. Paul, but has since failed to meet federal standards. Following the report, St. Paul Superintendent Valeria Silva and Eric Mahmoud, founder of Harvest Prep and Best Academy, will discuss ways to improve the achievement of minority students.

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University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler looking studly

University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler looking studly

So we’ve just seen University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler as a down-home, man-of-the-earth kind of guy at the State Fair. But have you seen this month’s issue of Twin Cities Business? Kaler is looking positively heroic on the cover. (It seems to be channeling a mix of socialist realism and old Superman images, but maybe that’s…
by Alex Friedrich

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What well-paying jobs require a two-year degree or certificate?

Considering the recent focus on two-year schools and vocational education, I found pretty interesting this piece on jobs that pay a median salary of $45,000 a year and require just a two-year degree — at least for entry: Registered Nurse Dental Hygienist Respiratory Therapist Programmer Telecom Installer Industrial Engineering Technician Police Officer (Federal) HVAC Mechanic…
by Alex Friedrich

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Concussion injury law takes effect today

A new law takes effect in Minnesota today regarding concussion injuries involving student athletes.
by Tom Weber

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Notes in the Margins: Microsites, MBAs and the textbook rebellion

In Search of a Perfect M.B.A. Candidate Business schools are getting more creative with their application processes—and are looking for more original responses from applicants via essays, PowerPoint presentations and even Twitter. (The Wall Street Journal) ‘Textbook Rebellion’ pushes for free, open books A pair of textbook mascots will be touring dozens of college campuses over the next…
by Alex Friedrich

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Mankato joins St. Cloud in curbing student drinking problems

First we heard that St. Cloud State has had a better move-in weekend than before. Looks like, Minnesota State University – Mankato is making its own strides in controlling Welcome Week behavior — at least on campus. Student journalist Cassie Rayman writes in the Reporter: In the past, MSU has been notorious for the number…
by Alex Friedrich

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Why living on campus won't be comfortable for many at the U

Why living on campus won't be comfortable for many at the U

Today MPR’s Tim Post writes about a complication for the University of Minnesota’s move-in period for students: The U of M’s dorms aren’t just full this fall, they’re overflowing. The university is housing 350 students in converted study lounges or assigned to rooms that are over capacity. Get comfortable, kiddos. Read the full story and…
by Alex Friedrich

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