UNI targets 77 programs for cuts at Cedar Falls campus
UNI unveils a plan to end 23 majors 19 minors and 16 graduate programs as part of a restructuring to reduce costs. The proposal would affect foreign languages science and social science areas with low degree output. Current students finish degrees but no new enrollments would be allowed in affected programs. Local funding cuts and state board approval are required.
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Cedar Falls
University of Northern Iowa
Kristen McNutt
McNutt
Columbus
Ohio
UNI
Ben Allen
Vost
Gloria Gibson
State Board of Regents
Allen
UNI plan cuts: majors minors and programs detailed
The University of Northern Iowa outlines a restructuring plan listing the number of undergraduate majors and minors to be cut along with graduate programs. The document enumerates reductions and specifies affected areas within the university.
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UNI Plan
University of Northern Iowa
Marines宣传 campaign shows kinder side alongside combat role
The Marine Corps unveils a new advertising push to portray Marines as humanitarian and peacekeeping figures in addition to warriors. Campaign visuals show Marines aiding Haiti earthquake victims and a tsunami-hit Japanese village, aligning with renewed emphasis after years in Iraq and Afghanistan. Brig. Gen. Joseph L. Osterman discusses readiness to engage in whatever activities the country requires.
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Washington
U.S
Marine Corps
Iraq
Afghanistan
Joseph L. Osterman
Marine Corps Recruiting Command
Drug court program saves one from jail in Linn County
Jerry Robinson, 28, struggled with marijuana and prescription pills leading to jail time and probation, recidivism, and a stint at Hinzman Center. The Linn County Drug Treatment Court offered a last hope. successful completion means joining 24 others in Linn County to stay drug free.
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Cedar Rapids
Jerry Robinson
Robinson
Hinzman Center
Community Correctional Facility
Linn County
Linn
Studio 32
Drug court program outputs and outcome figures
The Sixth Judicial District Drug Treatment Court reports an average 18 month completion, five phases plus six months aftercare. About 40 percent enter residential treatment. 114 admitted since 2007 with 24 graduates in five classes in Johnson County and 61 admitted since 2008 with 16 graduates in four classes. Linn County saves total $5 419 159.
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Sixth Judicial District
Iridescent Crowlike Dino Wore Black Feathers
A crowlike dinosaur from 130 million years ago in rural China had glossy black feathers likely used to attract a mate. Researchers call the look an Anna Wintour special, noting it as the oldest example of shimmering plumage in animals.
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Washington
Science
New York
China
Mark Novell
American Museum of Natural History
Anna Wintour
Vogue
Julia Clarke
University of Texas
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