Universities report record freshman classes in Iowa
The University of Iowa and Iowa State University record freshman enrollments of 5643 and 6325 respectively. Leaders call for dialing down growth to safeguard quality and affordability while addressing faculty salaries amid a potential tuition rise and possible expansion of differential pricing.
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Iowa State University
ISU
Steven Leath
Iowa
Leath
Bruce Harreld
Universities Try to Cope with Teeming Classes
Universities struggle to manage crowded class rosters as finance and resources tighten. Administrators report strain on faculty workloads and student access while seeking efficiency gains and targeted support.
Cedar Rapids flood project secures federal focus in Senate bill
In a 2016 water bill draft the Cedar Rapids flood effort emerges as a four priority project with a total $625 million price tag and $73 million in federal funding. Senator Joni Ernst asserts the provision signals congressional support for expediting completion of the authorized project. The plan also highlights Chicago area and Louisiana projects among aims to advance flood defenses.
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Cedar Rapids
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Interfaith Prayer Service at St Stephen's Cedar Rapids
Imam Hassan Selim of the Islamic Center teams with St Stephen's Lutheran Church to host an interfaith service at 7 p m Sunday at St Stephen's 610 31st St SE Cedar Rapids. The public is welcome.
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Islamic Center of
Inter-Religious Council
Linn County
Hassan Selim
Selim
Islamic Center
St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church
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Fifth St
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St. Stephen’s
Liz Martin
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