Rising student debt worries Iowa graduates and lenders
National four year institutions show default rates around 4.5 to 5 percent, with Iowa regent universities below that. Students like Chase Lampe fear debt will slow economic growth. universities expand financial education and counseling, backed by grants. Private lenders also push literacy tools to curb borrowing.
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Women, Steinem and Stewart address earnings gap at Coralville IWLC
At the Iowa Women’s Leadership Conference in Coralville, Steinem notes that women still face pay gaps while urging unity and internal mobility. Stewart emphasizes job satisfaction and practical steps, as earnings data show women’s median pay well below men’s, especially for managers.
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Small Businesses Struggle to Grow As Economy Nudges On
KB Cleaning Services owner Kevin Butt in Powder Springs Ga notes the strain on very small firms with 20 or fewer workers. Intuit reports March to April job gains small and hours worked down with construction showing gains as payroll declines ease and pay slips.
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