$1.2 Million Grant Aims to Help Minority STEM Scholars
University of Iowa professor Philip Kutzko says action by universities is key to boosting minority and women participation in STEM. He warns neglect could hurt enrollment and funding while the US risks falling behind industrialized nations as steps are taken to address cultural divides.
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Doug Jackson Remembered Shocks Eastern Iowa Arts Community
The Eastern Iowa arts community mourns the death of Doug Jackson with tributes pouring in from peers and patrons. The note recalls his contributions to local theater and visual arts, marking a significant cultural loss for the region.
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Graduation rate tops 80 percent nationwide
The national high school graduation rate hits a record high though gaps persist by race socioeconomics and disability status. Backyard Abundance in Iowa City urges residents to plant fruit and vegetables in accessible public spaces for free harvesting.
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Head Hawk packs Fieldhouse appears on Iowa Live
Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz appeared on On Iowa Live last night at the Fieldhouse. He spoke about team progress and upcoming tasks as fans packed the arena.
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Cedar Rapids Schools weigh $6 million in cuts
The Cedar Rapids Community School District considers about 6 million in reductions for FY2015. The plan targets a 26.25 FTE instructional positions and consolidates schedules at Harding McKinley Roosevelt Taft middle schools with Wilson and Franklin this fall.
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Clash at Donetsk rally in Ukraine sparks protests
Pro-Russian and pro-Ukrainian supporters clash during a pro-Ukrainian rally in Donetsk as tensions rise in the city amid Ukraine conflict.
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United States imposes new sanctions on Putin allies
The United States targets Putin allies with visa bans and asset freezes including Igor Sechin of Rosneft. Russia denounces the move as Cold War behavior while violence in eastern Ukraine continues. European reactions split on economic impact and follow‑through.
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