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Governor’s Teachers Cabinet to begin meeting in January

Gov. Kim Reynolds on Tuesday announced the names of all 16 members of her first Governor’s Teachers Cabinet, formed to give teachers a more prominent voice in education policy decisions. The cabinet members will meet quarterly with …
By BPC Staff | Dec 12, 2018
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DMU announces $25 million fundraising campaign

Des Moines University announced it has begun the public phase of the largest capital campaign in its history, with a goal to raise $25 million or more. DMU’s “Purple & Proud” campaign has reached 70 percent of …
By BPC Staff | Dec 10, 2018
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Electronic Engineering announces $20,000 equipment donation to DMACC, plus work-study program

Wireless communications company Electronic Engineering announced a donation of $20,000 in communications equipment and a work-study/tuition assistance program for students at Des Moines Area Community College with interest in electronic engineering, radio communications and robotics …
By BPC Staff | Dec 7, 2018
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UI students design 3D printed prosthetics for kids in need

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By BPC Staff | Dec 7, 2018
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Iowa State College of Design granted funds to purchase a robotic arm

Iowa State University’s College of Design was approved for $50,000 in funds to purchase a robotic arm for the Department of Architecture, reports the Ames Tribune. The new robotic arm will be stored in the ISU …
By BPC Staff | Dec 7, 2018
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Leaders Survey: Tuition reimbursement as a benefit

The Business Record’s 2018 Leaders Survey asked readers their opinions on a number of topics, including choose walkability or parkability in Greater Des Moines. You can find results from the Nov. 30 issue here. We’re …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Dec 6, 2018
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Kirkwood launches new apprenticeship as part of workforce push

Corridor Business Journal: Kirkwood Community College will launch a new Construction Technologist Apprenticeship early next year as part of its efforts to create new education and training delivery models to fill critical workforce needs. The Construction …
By BPC Staff | Dec 6, 2018
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Audit reveals improper payments by Waukee school administrators

Waukee school administrators have improperly used procurement cards, spent large sums of money on out-of-state retreats and violated district policies without consequences, according to an investigation by the state auditor, the Des Moines Register reported The report, released …
By BPC Staff | Dec 6, 2018
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Waukee to break ground for second high school on Dec. 11

The Waukee Community School District will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its second high school and sports complex on Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. The second high school, which is scheduled to open in the …
By BPC Staff | Dec 6, 2018
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Feb. 1, 2019: Professional Development Day

Host: Association of Talent Development Central Iowa Chapter
About: Come for the annual Professional Development Day for some of the best of training, coaching, elearning, instructional design, managing and more for an interactive and engaging …
By BPC Staff | Dec 6, 2018
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