Mount Mercy University's new president meets 150 faculty in early tenure
Laurie Hamen, 55, who became Mount Mercy University's ninth president in February, met with more than 150 faculty members to learn their visions. The Twin Cities native and former North Central College vice president described researching the campus as essential and said discussions with faculty, staff, and students were worthwhile amid shifts in Iowa higher education.
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Mercy heritage guides Mount Mercy president Hamen’s vision
Mount Mercy president Vanessa Hamen outlines a plan to expand access for low income students and transfers, grow enrollment, and widen online offerings while expanding athletic facilities. She emphasizes compassion rooted in Catholic mercy, noting prior roles at North Central College and Minnesota schools, plus degrees from DePaul, Winona State, and St. Catherine.
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Tama jury selection continues in murder trial
Jury selection proceeds in the Tama county case of Dustin Jefferson, 38, charged with first degree murder in the stabbing death of his wife Kerry O'Clair Jefferson last year. The trial follows the concurrent conviction of his mother Ginger Jefferson for the same homicide.
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Trial of Dustin Jefferson in O'Clair Jefferson killing in Tama County
Dustin Jefferson faces charges of murder aiding and abetting in the death of O'Clair Jefferson. Jury selection began Monday in Tama County District Court with testimony detailing a Sept 2013 stabbing during a family dispute. The defense sought to implicate him as investigators described the scene and actions after the crime.
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Corrections and clarifications issued by The Gazette
The Gazette notes errors in prior reports. General Thomas McKean of Marion was the only Linn County brigadier general in the Civil War. A Nov 26 Corridor agencies story misidentified Jim Babka as having cerebral palsy. it is his son who has the condition.
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Quintin Shepherd named Linn-Mar next superintendent
Quin tin Shepherd, 37, will become Linn-Mar Community School District's next leader starting July 1. He currently oversees Illinois District 69 and has prior roles as superintendent and principal in Amboy. Shepherd succeeds retiree Katie Mulholland, who led Linn-Mar since 2003 amid district growth and budget challenges.
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