Iowa students press for public forum with new UI president
A University of Iowa student group led by Campaign to Organize Graduate Students and Iowans Defending Our Universities demand a public forum with Bruce Harreld, the university's new president. The push follows ongoing meetings and planned assemblies to discuss Harrelds appointment and its impact on public education in Iowa.
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Harreld confirmation sparks campus protest and forums
COGS announces a noon Monday news conference about Harreld's appointment at Old Capitol. Iowans Defending Our Universities schedules a 7 p.m. Tuesday public assembly in Van Allen Hall to discuss implications for the university community. The debate centers on transparency, privatization fears, and how a businessman president will lead the state university.
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Iowa City district to revisit Murley discretionary leave
The Iowa City Community School District board will discuss Superintendent Stephen Murley’s discretionary leave on Nov. 24 amid concerns from some members about his out-of-district consulting. Murley trained Chicago principals for SUPES in 2012, but says he had no knowledge of its kickback connections.
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Severe storms bring hail and possible tornadoes across Iowa
Storms swept across Iowa with reports of hail gusts and funnel clouds. A tornado touched down near Des Moines Airport around 3 30 p m with no damage reported. Winds toppled a tree limb near Adel and damaged property in Corn ing, while Hills Iowa City and Coralville logged high gusts. The NWS will survey damage and confirm tornado activity. November tornadoes are rare in Iowa with 12 in November 2005 the record. Tomorrow remains windy in the Corridor with no rain and a high near 50.
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