Universities renew focus on preserving enrollment and graduation
Iowa State University has renewed efforts to keep students enrolled and on track for timely graduation. ISU launched the Student Experience Enhancement Council last fall while UNI created a Retention Council in 2011 12. All three campuses use MAP Works to identify students at risk and intervene early with support. University of Iowa pays about $50 000 for the program.
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College graduation aims cut time to degree via summer options
US and Iowa State University programs target first year and later students with interventions, tutoring, and better placement. Summer classes and a tuition grant encourage faster graduation, with many students like Kate Quigley taking summer courses to stay on track for a four year degree.
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Iowa riverboat gambling mixed as revenues dip in 2013
Iowa casinos faced softer demand with 11 of 15 riverboats posting lower adjusted gross revenues in fiscal 2013, while four posted gains. Prairie Meadows led with a revenue gain. attendance rose slightly at three tracks, and per capita spending rose to 63 at boats and 74 at tracks.
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Cedar Rapids casino fight seen as minor in state revenue race
Riverside Casino CEO Dan Kehl and others warn a Cedar Rapids casino will barely boost Iowa state gaming revenue and may harm Eastern Iowa facilities. The Cedar Rapids investors plan a $100 million project near downtown, with a Sept. 3 license deadline.
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