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UNI pushes Center for Civic Education with state funding
University of Northern Iowa advances plans for a Center for Civic Education seeking state support. The request includes a $1 million direct appropriation in the 2026 budget year and $32.4 million for facilities over three years to renovate the Commons into a hub for outreach and civic education. The proposal aims to transform campus civics initiatives amid DEI directives from regents and lawmakers.
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Iowa
University of Northern Iowa
UNI
Dani Duffey
Cedar Falls
Board of Regents
Jim Slosiarek
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