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February 9, 2009 4:00 AM

Minnesota lawmakers hold joint summit on early childhood education

Minnesota lawmakers from both the House and Senate gathered to hear from experts on early childhood education.

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February 9, 2009 3:00 AM

Last chance to check out the Art Shanty Projects

The sixth annual art exhibit on ice closes February 14th.

by Jessica Mador and Tom Weber

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February 5, 2009 4:34 PM

Professor teaches students the art of living

This weekend the Minneapolis College of Art and Design is celebrating one of its most cherished teachers, Kinji Akagawa. Over the past four decades Akagawa has taught students not just how to make art, but how to live their lives.

by Marianne Combs

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February 5, 2009 3:33 PM

How early to start career planning?

Gov. Pawlenty's Workforce Development Council says one way to improve the state's economy is to have high school students choose their career path in the ninth grade. Educators weigh in on the proposal.

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February 5, 2009 7:00 AM

Budget fix would drop public arts school from state books

Supporters of the Perpich Center for Arts Education are urging state lawmakers to protect the schools current funding and organizational structure.

by Tim Pugmire

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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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