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February 4, 2009 11:05 AM

Bill would give students money for graduating early

Rep. Pat Garofalo of Farmington says his bill gives students a $2,500 scholarship for graduating a semester early.

by Tim Pugmire

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February 4, 2009 12:00 AM

Generation Y confronts a lean job market

After years in which the jobs came easy, 20-somethings and recent college graduates find themselves in one of the worst employment markets in decades. Career coach Lindsey Pollak says that jobs are out there, but job-seekers need to take the extra step to find them.

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February 4, 2009 12:00 AM

Breaking the glass ceiling for women scientists

Although increasing numbers of women are pursuing careers in the sciences, many still deal with unequal opportunities and unequal equity. There is some hope that the Obama administration, with it's renewed focus on science, might be able to change that.

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February 3, 2009 5:00 PM

Audit: Q Comp effect on student performance inconclusive

The Legislative auditor's report raises questions about whether the governor's plan to expand Q Comp is a good idea.

by Tom Weber

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February 3, 2009 10:01 AM

Audit: Teacher pay program needs better oversight

The report released Tuesday says the application review process for Q Comp has several weaknesses, and auditors recommend changes to improve the process.

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February 2, 2009 3:30 PM

Math GRAD test changes in the works

Minnesota lawmakers are working on an issue they say could keep thousands of current high school juniors from graduating next year.

by Tom Weber

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January 30, 2009 1:00 AM

Minnesota gets poor marks for teacher quality

Minnesota scores a 'D' in a new national study that rates how well states keep good teachers and remove bad ones.

by Tom Weber

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January 30, 2009 12:00 AM

Report: Minnesota falling behind in science, technology

A new report from Minnesota's medical technology industry says the state is losing its competitive edge in scientific research and technology.

by Jessica Mador

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January 29, 2009 8:35 PM

NewsCut on Campus: MCTC

Minnesota Public Radio's Bob Collins continues his multi-week "college tour" to hear how students are dealing with the economic downturn. This week, Bob introduces us to students from Minneapolis Community and Technical College.