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UNI outlines curriculum redesign and new programs aimed at faster graduation and stronger workforce pipelines
Summary
University of Northern Iowa’s College of Education described a multi‑year curricular redesign, departmental reorganization and new pathways — including accelerated degrees and apprenticeship pathways for paraeducators — intended to help students graduate on time and meet K‑12 staffing needs.
University of Northern Iowa officials told the Board of Regents the College of Education has launched an intentionally redesigned curriculum and organizational structure meant to reduce time to degree, recognize prior learning, and better connect student preparation to K‑12 workforce needs.
Dean Colleen Mulholland said the College of Education reorganized departments (from five to four) and launched a curricular transformation over the last three years so that most students can complete teacher education degrees in 120…
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