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Center Pauses to Build for 2028 | Des Moines News
The University of Iowa’s Center for Intellectual Freedom is pausing operations until 2028 after a rocky first year with just 21 of 64 course spots filled. With a new state law mandating civics courses looming, the center is pivoting to find a permanent director and build toward national recognition. The advisory board has greenlit the pause, while a new oversight committee—chaired by Regent Christine Hensley—will monitor budget and programs quarterly. Interim director Luciano de Castro faced administrative roadblocks, but the center is rallying support to relaunch strong in 2028. Listen in…
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