Mount Mercy moves to offer master’s programs in business and education
Mount Mercy College in Cedar Rapids approved launching accelerated weekend master’s programs in education starting January and in business starting March to meet rising demand among working professionals. President Christopher Blake said enrollment should reach double digits and the school aims to become a university within eight years, expanding from a liberal arts focus.
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Public safety: Man held on forgery and theft charges dating to 2005
Michael Hubbard, 34, jailed in Johnson County on suspicion of forgery and second degree theft linked to a 2005 string of incidents. He faces warrants from Iowa City Coralville and North Liberty and is held on a cash bond of 45,650 dollars.
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Linn-Mar board to discuss removal of book at Marion meeting
Linn-Mar school board meets at 7 p.m. to consider removing the Sue Corbett title 12 Again from elementary libraries. Sue Tull, parent of a student, asked for its removal citing profanity and witchcraft themes. A 5 p.m. work session precedes the discussion at the Educational Services Center in Marion.
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Imaginations Rise at ICON Science Fiction Convention
At the Coralville Marriott the 32nd ICON convention drew over 400 attendees, featuring vendor Rider of Iowa City selling sci fi merchandise, costume spoofing, an art gallery with 20 artists, panels on alien paleontology, a four hour gaming demo, and a charity auction for Four Oaks Agency. Enthusiasts shared costumes and camaraderie, with attendees like Dylan Wheeler recalling nine prior visits and Chris Andrews enjoying Star Wars cosplay.
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College Planning Center marks first anniversary in Cedar Rapids
The College Planning Center in Cedar Rapids celebrates its first anniversary offering free college prep and career planning to students and families. Supervisor Chris Bowser says over 1,000 families have been served. center at 1100 Blairs Ferry Rd NE open 8 to 4 30 Mon and Fri and 8 to 5 30 Tue Thu. Call 1 877 272 4692 or visit ICANsucceed.org for details.
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