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MPR News keeps track of the latest education news in Minnesota so you can understand the events shaping the future of learning and how it impacts students at any level.

Stay informed about local education events, policies and more happening in schools and colleges across Minnesota.

Survey: More than half of US schools need repairs

The survey found that on average main school buildings were 44 years old. Schools that underwent a major renovation had the work done on average 12 years ago. Building replacements or additions were on average 16 years old.
by The Associated Press

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U of M prez wants more U influence in neighborhood development

U of M prez wants more U influence in neighborhood development

University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler says the U will try to shape the character of Dinkytown and other neighborhoods surrounding the U. His remarks in today’s State of the University address come after a rash of robberies in the fall semester, most of which happened to students just off campus. Kaler told the audience Read more →
by Alex Friedrich

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Governor’s budget calls for tax deductions on student loans, tuition

MPR News reporter Tim Pugmire is reporting on Gov. Mark Dayton’s revised budget, which includes this higher-ed tidbit: Tax Relief for Students. The Governor’s tax plan would provide 285,000 recent college graduates up to $190 per year by deducting their student loan interest. Another 40,000 current college students and parents would receive a tuition deduction Read more →
by Alex Friedrich

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Minnesota House higher-ed chief: No new task forces

Minnesota House higher-ed chief: No new task forces

State House higher-education committee Chairman Gene Pelowski (DFL-Winona) has long been after Minnesota’s higher-ed systems — and government — to be leaner. In an emailed announcement late yesterday afternoon, he warned that his committee would be all about efficiency this session: “The committee will … set firm restrictions to prevent the passage of any bills Read more →
by Alex Friedrich

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Notes in the Margins: The SAT overhaul, sports recruiting and UK undergrad research

SAT to drop essay requirement and return to top score of 1600 in redesign of admission test Skeptics questioned whether a new format will be any more successful than previous efforts to use the standardized test in a campaign for college access, in part because the test’s scores historically have correlated with family income. They also Read more →
by Alex Friedrich

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