Rural students at risk prompts Iowa researcher questions
University of Iowa researcher Judi Elliott warns rural students face educational and other risks due to geographic isolation and economic conditions. She notes data gaps in small districts guide policy, urges more study and funding, and cites a three-district study and a Des Moines conference as context for future work.
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Kirkwood Offers Free Workshops For Adults Returning To College
Kirkwood Community College announces two free workshops for non traditional students. The first session runs Monday 7 to 9 p.m. in Iowa Hall on campus. the second on February 8 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Linn-Mar High School cafeteria. Jim Miller says the sessions address questions on aid transfer opportunities career programs and refresher courses to help adults start returning to college. For information or registration contact the Admissions Office at 398 5517.
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Justice for Children Lecture at Luther College
Alvin L. Schorr of Case Western Reserve University will give a public lecture at Luther College on February 3 at 10 a.m. in the Center for Faith and Life. The talk titled Social Justice: The Children's Hour explores translating individual decency into public policies on social security housing welfare and health care.
Mount Vernon seeks fourth auditorium bond after nearby success dreams
Mount Vernon High School plans a nine member citizens committee to study district building needs including a possible 416 seat auditorium. Officials say a tax impact will be limited and an election could target fall 1988 with funding finishing by November 1989. The district relies on Cornell College facilities for assemblies and performances.
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