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Education chief pitches reforms, New standards sought by 2020 - Contra Costa Times

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US Sen. Harkin: Education reconciliation measure increases college affordability - IowaPolitics.com (press release)

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Should College Athletes Be Required To Earn Degrees? - WLKY Louisville

Should College Athletes Be Required To Earn Degrees? WLKY Louisville Should a college degree be a requirement for college athletes? US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said teams failing to achieve a 40 percent graduation ... and more »

What if a college education just isn't for everyone? - USA Today

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What if a college education just isn't for everyone? USA Today Philadelphia's mayor opened an office in City Hall last month to help residents get information about how to attain a college degree. ... and more »