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Minnesota State University, Mankato, Center for School-University Partnerships offers an Intercultural Speaker Program for schools. Interested schools can request a speaker on a particular topic or from a particular background (International, multi-cultural, or other area of diversity). Working with other campus organizations, CSUP will arrange for a speaker to visit. Speaker resources include undergraduate and graduate students and University faculty and staff. Cultural events on campus are also a possibility for topic enrichment. This service is for any school or classroom. If you are interested in requesting a speaker for your classroom or school please contact the CSUP office at csup@mnsu.edu.
State Report Puts High Premium on Writing Skills
Despite the high value that state employers put on writing skills, a significant number of their employees do not meet states' expectations. Providing writing training costs taxpayers nearly a quarter of a billion dollars annually, according to an estimate based on a survey released by the National Commission on Writing.
Minnesota Conservation Volunteer Magazine
Published by the Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota Conservation Volunteer engages, entertains, and educates readers with a lively mix of photographs and stories about Minnesota's woods, waters, and wildlife.
Kid-friendly young naturalists stories introduce young readers age 10 and up to Minnesota's natural treasures -- from agates to zooplankton. Free teachers guides are available for some stories.
Single copies are free to Minnesotans.
