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Education & Talent

Standardized test scores decline, but so does colleges' emphasis

Test-free schools get more applicants, provide foundational academic support
November 17, 2022
Erica Bullock
Although average standardized test scores for the high school class of 2022 declined nationwide, some university representatives here say those test results mean little for admissions teams, as many Washington state schools are dropping requirements for
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Gonzaga to build additional student housing

92-unit dorm structure said to be followed up by 'Phase 2' project
November 17, 2022
Karina Elias
Gonzaga University has submitted pre-development plans to build a 92-bed student dormitory at the southeast corner of Cincinnati Street and Sharp Avenue, on the northeast edge of the school's campus.
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First annual cybersecurity conference planned

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November 3, 2022
Virginia Thomas
Google Cloud and Spokane-area industry partners will host the first annual Inland NW Cyber Security Conference Thursday, Nov. 17, at the Historic Davenport Hotel, at 10 S. Post.
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—Mike McLean

What's happening with: Imprezzio software company

Building sold; focus moves to motivational products subsidiary
November 3, 2022
Mike McLean
While the pyramid-shaped concrete building at 1520 W. Third on the west edge of downtown still has Imprezzio's name on it, the company hasn't occupied the building since the early days of COVID-19. Founded in Spokane 2004 by entrepreneurs
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Meet & Greet with Skyler Oberst, of Embrace Washington

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November 3, 2022
Karina Elias
Skyler Oberst has been hired as executive director of Embrace Washington, the Spokane-based nonprofit with a mission to provide support and care to children in foster care. Oberst was born in Portland, Oregon, and grew up in Vancouver, Washington.
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—Erica Bullock

SIERR Building improvements to make room for EWU

Interior will be upgraded for health science programs
October 20, 2022
Erica Bullock
New renovations at the historic SIERR Building, in Spokane's University District, will add a mix of learning spaces, administrative offices, and student areas for Eastern Washington University's nursing and communication sciences programs. The reno
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Parting Thoughts with Community Colleges of Spokane's Christine Johnson

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October 20, 2022
Karina Elias
After a 46-year career in educational leadership, Christine Johnson, chancellor and CEO of Community Colleges of Spokane, has announced she will retire at the end of this year.
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—Karina Elias

Once sleepy, Deer Park is home to fast-paced growth

More than $200 million in housing eyed, underway in bedroom community in north Spokane County
October 6, 2022
Karina Elias
The rural town of Deer Park, roughly 22 miles north of downtown Spokane, is attracting massive growth as over 700 residential units valued at more than $200 million are planned or under construction in and near the community of 4,200 people. Travis Hanso
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Journal's view: Medical education growth gives cause for celebration

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August 25, 2022
Staff Report
The UW-GU Health Partnership will open formally its new building early next month. As the $60 million facility comes online, Washington State University is starting an extensive renovation of the Phase One classroom building to house its Elson S. Floyd
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Virginia Thomas

To a greater degree: INW colleges expand certificate programs as gateway for new students

Trend occurs in era of declining enrollment
August 11, 2022
Virginia Thomas
Certificates are becoming a more popular offering at higher education institutions amid an environment of declining enrollment, representatives of Spokane's colleges and universities say. While students increasingly are seeking low-cost, low-time
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