Skorton urges blended education at UI lecture
Former University of Iowa president and Smithsonian secretary David Skorton argues for integrating science and the liberal arts to strengthen innovation trust and public culture. He urges readers to read, listen, reflect, and seek cultural experiences while noting STEM and humanities reinforce each other.
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More Americans earn degrees. Iowa trails national trend
New Census data show 33.4 percent of U S adults have a bachelor s degree or higher. In Iowa only 28 percent hold a bachelor s or higher, below the national average. Georgetown and state reports warn 2025 job demands push for expanded education and Gov Branstad aims for 70 percent of the workforce with postsecondary schooling.
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Iowa City Police Veteran Honor for 50 Years of Service
Dave Harris a longtime Iowa City police employee celebrated 50 years with the city in 2024. He began as a dispatcher in 1967, rose to sergeant and detective, and after a 1985 back injury returned to active duties in the evidence unit and later became a community service officer. Harris plans to keep working as long as health allows.
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Correction on Planned Parenthood quote about abortion bill
The Gazette notes an incorrect quotation attributed to Erin Davison-Rippey of Planned Parenthood Voters of Iowa about a 20 week abortion bill. A clarification will be published. readers may call Gazette contact numbers for accuracy concerns.
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