ED in Iowa

News from the field: The University of Northern Iowa has partnered with ED in '08 and others to host a series of presidential candidate forums. "Back to School: Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities in American Education" will be held on UNI's campus and will focus on the policy initiatives related to education and global competitveness. Visit the UNI website for more details.

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ED in '08 Invades RAGBRAI!

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ED at RAGBRAI; Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Broad Foundation; ED in 08; Gates Foundation; Presidential Campaigns; Roy Romer; Strong American Schools; ED in '08 http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1126085194http://www.brightcove.com/channel.jsp?channel=823501220

Recent H.S. Grad Abby Bowman Asks Students to Join ED in 08

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Iowa Launch: Abby Bowman; Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Broad Foundation; ED in 08; Gates Foundation; Presidential Campaigns; Roy Romer; Strong American Schools; ED in '08 http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1078549911http://www.brightcove.com/channel.jsp?channel=823501220

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