Education News

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At their meeting Thursday, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents will hear how the state's budget deficit could affect funding for the university.
St. Louis County schools face major change, regardless of $80 million vote
Voters in St. Louis County head to the polls Tuesday for a special election that carries both a large price tag and potentially large ramifications for education across northern Minnesota.
Award-winning journalist discusses the reality and the future of China
Mary Kay Magistad, the Asia Correspondent for PRI's The World, discusses the future of China and its relationship with the United States. Magistad was a featured guest at Minnesota Public Radio's Broadcast Journalist series at the University of St. Thomas.
The Bush Foundation is investing $40 million in a 10-year effort to improve teacher preparation at 14 colleges in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.
Voters in two school districts just outside the Twin Cities have approved a property tax hike to pay for construction projects.
U of M opens new medical biosciences building
The University of Minnesota has opened a new medical biosciences building on the school's Twin Cities campus.
Two school districts just outside the Twin Cities metro area will hold special elections Tuesday, seeking higher taxes to pay for construction projects.
School district negotiations with teachers moving slowly
School districts across Minnesota are agreeing to terms with teachers at a slower pace than during the last contract cycle.
Project encourages alternative energy careers for students
A cooperative project between colleges in Minnesota and North Dakota is encouraging high school students to consider alternative energy careers.