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October 20, 2015 4:22 PM

In 30th high court year, Scalia to give lecture in Minnesota

For a second straight year, University of Minnesota Law School students have an audience with a U.S. Supreme Court justice.

by The Associated Press

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October 19, 2015 6:50 AM

Voting begins on UND's new nickname

Online voting is today through midnight Friday. Those eligible to vote are UND students, faculty and staff; school alumni and retirees; donors; and athletic event season ticket holders.

by The Associated Press

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October 16, 2015 9:38 AM

Graduates sue UMD over education accreditation

Thirteen University of Minnesota Duluth graduates are suing the school, alleging it failed to inform them that the elementary and special education program was not accredited.

by The Associated Press

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October 15, 2015 6:47 PM

Reading, writing, resilience? A new way to shrink the achievement gap

A Twin Cities coalition of civic and education leaders says that measuring and nurturing social and emotional skills will also help Minnesota solve one of the worst achievement gaps in the nation between white kids and students of color.

by Laura Yuen

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October 15, 2015 5:00 PM

Sex harassment claims led U to investigate Gopher football players

University of Minnesota officials found a "concerning pattern of football player conduct" that led them to investigate five reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault and retaliation by players.

by Peter Cox

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October 15, 2015 4:00 AM

Turmoil swirls around U's Kaler, but he's looking ahead

University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler has faced withering criticism this year, including one prominent call for him to resign. But Kaler's boss backs him, and U donors do, too.

by Peter Cox

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October 14, 2015 6:33 AM

Minneapolis school board cancels contract with Reading Horizons

Many said books provided by the Utah company included racial stereotypes. The board will explore options for a refund of the $1.2 million spent so far.

by Tim Nelson

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October 14, 2015 5:54 AM

Columbia Heights school board member resigns over anti-Muslim comment

Grant Nichols maintains he was not the person who made the post, and Twin Cities Muslim leaders say they believe him.

by Matt Sepic

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October 13, 2015 10:54 AM

MSP officials: MEA weekend means packed airport, so come early

With public schools closing early this week, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport officials expect a crowded airport and are cautioning people to get to the airport earlier than usual.

by Jon Collins

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October 13, 2015 10:19 AM

10 things to do with your kids on MEA weekend

"MEA weekend" means most school children in Minnesota have this coming Thursday and Friday off. Here are a few ideas to make the most of another great fall weekend.

by MPR News Staff

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