Iowa researchers seek cultural space access for all
Parks and cultural sites statewide accept public recommendations for accessible spaces including museums galleries and theaters. Pathfinders RC&D sponsors the database with Ashley Utt noting accessibility gaps for families with wheelchairs and urging inclusive design such as ramps restrooms and tactile features. Iowa Governor Reynolds in March ordered a study by the DNR to improve disabled access in state parks.
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Pathfinders Resource Conservation and Development
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Utt
Iowa
Kraus
Pathfinders
Kim Reynolds
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
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Big Creek State Park
Polk City
Erin Murphy
Gazette
Des Moines
Iowa scales accessible parks map for state program
Reynolds backs a study mapping accessible Iowa state parks and spaces after a 2023 DNR critique found restrooms shelters cabins lacking access. US graduate student Jessica Monday and Kraus lead the project, noting needs include adult changing stations and broader amenities for disabled visitors.
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David Downing
Iowa
Jessica Monday
Kraus
Regents Seek Next Student Regent For UNI Seat
The regents discuss filling the vacant student regent role with UNI candidates as ISU alum Zack Leist’s tenure highlighted the path to a future student regent. UNI leaders urge governor Reynolds to announce nominees while regents note the long tradition begun in 1978. Former student regent Jenny Connolly recalls early challenges and the lasting impact of bringing student voices to policy shaping.
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DEI
Kim Reynolds
Gazette
Josh Lehman
Crow
ISU
Zack Leist
UNI
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Board of Regents
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National Guard
Kent State University
Richard Nixon
Cambodia
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Robert Ray
Zumbach
Leist
Jenny Connolly
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Tom Vilsack
Senate
Iowa
John Deere
Iowa Board of Regents
Abby Crow
University of Iowa Levitt Center For Advancement
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