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Books that other readers and listeners suggest before college

Books that other readers and listeners suggest before college

Here’s the second part of my post on which books MPR listeners and readers think are good preparation for college. It’s a compilation of suggestions from readers and listeners who tuned in to our Midmorning show on the subject last week. Some good stuff: Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson Mountains Beyond Mountains: The…
by Alex Friedrich

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State Patrol reminds drivers to watch for school buses

It's the first week of classes for many school districts throughout Minnesota and the State Patrol is reminding drivers to watch out for those yellow buses.

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What's new at the U

What's new at the U

From the U: In “This Week @Minnesota” for Aug. 26-Sept. 2, 2011, we move in with first year students, take a look at all there is to offer from the University of Minnesota at the Minnesota State Fair and take part in Welcome Week. As part of Welcome Week activities, students attended Convocation, received their…
by Alex Friedrich

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University of Minnesota's Kaler: We're important — not bloated

University of Minnesota's Kaler: We're important — not bloated

MPR Photo/Jeffrey Thompson In addition to its piece on MnSCU Chancellor Steven Rosenstone, the Grand Forks Herald also has an interview with new University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler, who seems a little more assertive than he has in past interviews. Sounds like he wants to remind the state legislature just how important the U is…
by Alex Friedrich

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How the MnSCU chief feels about the higher-education climate

How the MnSCU chief feels about the higher-education climate

In a look ahead with the Grand Forks Herald, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) system Chancellor Steven Rosenstone tells the paper what he thinks of the coming challenges: “The moment we are about to enter into is going to be the scariest moment for higher education in our lifetime.” He also gives an idea of…
by Alex Friedrich

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How the laws of physics change on Hamline's Move-In Day

How the laws of physics change on Hamline's Move-In Day

In this Hamline University Move-In Day video, new-student mentor Brandon Zeman cites a phenomenon that dorm movers surely notice each fall: “It seems twice as many people live on the fourth floor than on any other floor.”
by Alex Friedrich

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Notes in the Margins: Rankings, Brits and the 10-grand bachelor's degree

Grad school deans: Don’t be ruled by U.S. News rankings College presidents brace for backlash from trustees and alumni when their institution slips a spot or two in the premiere collegiate rankings. Within the smaller universe of professional schools, the effect is considerably more intense. (The Washington Post) Room For Debate: Rick Perry’s Plan: $10,000 for…
by Alex Friedrich

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Colleges encourage students to be good neighbors

Colleges encourage students to be good neighbors

The occasional outbreak of rowdy parties as students move into their rental houses off-campus can make it challenging time of year for people who live in neighborhoods surrounding colleges.
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Don't Lecture Me: Rethinking the Way College Students Learn

Don't Lecture Me: Rethinking the Way College Students Learn

Most college students spend a lot of time listening to lectures. But research shows there are better ways to learn.

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Midmorning LIVE BLOG: Books for the college-bound

Midmorning LIVE BLOG: Books for the college-bound

The summer before college is one of the last times, at least for a few years, that students have the time to pick up a book for fun. What should be they be reading?

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