Iowa, ISU report funding drops in fiscal 2025
Iowa and Iowa State University report declines in external funding for the fiscal year ending June 30 2025. UI total external funding reached 7056 million with 5337 million for research down 22 percent from 2024. ISU external funding totaled 5493 million with 3299 million for research down 5 percent and USDA funds fell sharply to 245 million amid no new competitive grants January through May.
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Cedar Rapids school music programs flagged as life support
Cedar Rapids Community School District faces funding gaps. Band director Carl Rowles told the school board that middle and elementary music programs are in critical condition, while high school arts endure by force of will. Officials cite enrollment-driven staffing changes, with 46 music teachers for 14,500 students and ongoing emphasis on arts in the district’s improvement plan.
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Kirkwood Secures 3.1 Million for TRIO Programs
Kirkwood Community College announced a five year grant totaling 3.1 million dollars to fund TRIO programs. The annual 624,895 supports five TRIO offerings, including Student Support Services, Talent Search and related initiatives. President Kristie Fisher credited former leader Lori Sundberg for expanding programs.
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