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Simpson receives $338K NSF grant to redesign data analytics minor

The National Science Foundation has awarded Simpson College a $338,000 STEM grant that will be used over a three-year period to redesign Simpson’s data analytics minor. Simpson’s math department, led by faculty Marilyn Vazquez and …

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DMACC announces new course in AI skills for workforce

Des Moines Area Community College today announced it will offer an online certificate class in AI skills. The community college is partnering with the Intel AI for Workforce Program, which is designed to help students …

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DMU’s new $260 million campus offers opportunity to grow now and in the future, president says

Spanning nearly 350,000 square feet, Des Moines University’s new $260 million campus includes four buildings that support a variety of programs, including academic, office, laboratory, student support services, wellness and facilities management. Photo by Duane…
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Grant will support efforts to safely train more CDL holders, including those from underrepresented populations

The Transportation Institute at Des Moines Area Community College is getting a $127,400 grant from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to pay tuition for some students pursuing a commercial driver’s license, or CDL, according …

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Ivy College of Business, ACHE of Iowa to host panel on needs of health care consumers

The Iowa State University Ivy College of Business and the Iowa chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives are partnering to host the “Meeting the Needs of Today’s Healthcare Consumer” panel discussion at 5:30 …

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2 dealerships working with DMACC on Power Equipment Technology degree, internships

A second company has joined Des Moines Area Community College’s program that lets students earn associate degrees while employed as interns at an agricultural dealership. Van Wall Equipment was the initial partner with DMACC on …

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Grants connect schools with local fresh food

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is providing $2,000 grants for schools to buy fresh food from local farmers, according to a news release. The grants will go to 137 school districts and …

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Iowa Safe Schools announces Workplace Safety Index

Iowa Safe Schools has announced the launch of the Workplace Safety Index, a program intended to provide employers with tools to ensure a safe, equitable and inclusive workplace for current and potential LGBTQ employees. The …

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Mercy College, Faith Baptist announce nursing program partnership

A new partnership between Faith Baptist Bible College and Mercy College of Health Sciences will allow students to earn an associate of arts in biblical studies from Faith Baptist College and an accelerated bachelor of …

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25 districts receive state grants to connect students facing homelessness with resources to attend school

The Iowa Department of Education has announced that 25 school districts received a total of $424,400 in competitive grants to support transportation and basic needs of students and families experiencing homelessness. The districts, including Des …