Faculty weighs Wellmark naming gift to Public Health
Iowa City College of Public Health faculty unanimously passed a resolution recognizing a gift offer from the Wellmark Foundation and urging consideration of a naming gift at an early academic year meeting. The proposal prompted questions about conflicts of interest and the administration’s timing as officials and leaders discussed next steps.
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University names corporate gifts face scrutiny in capital campaign
Faculty oppose naming the College of Public Health for Wellmark amid a stalled naming gift and donor resignations. Regents must approve, with policy allowing business names but concerns over research impact and perception.
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Cedar Rapids yeast plant seeks more incentives
Red Star Yeast seeks expanded incentives to fund more jobs and plant and equipment investment. The city council will review the application this week as the Iowa Economic Development board weighs the request. In 2004 Cedar Rapids hailed the initial $50 million project as the largest since Cedar River Paper Co. in 1994.
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Homecoming for 133rd Guardsmen Stresses Civic Duty
Iowa Guardsmen returning from Kosovo and the Middle East recount the journey home as families plan welcome gatherings. Officials promise reentry help, papers, and ongoing support for veterans and their families amid high reenlistment and discussions of housing education and benefits.
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