May 15, 1990 - As part of a series on Bemidji race relations, Mainstreet Radio reporter Leif Enger looks at the Bemidji Indian Employment Council, which helps Native Americans overcome job discrimination when looking for employment in the area.
May 16, 1990 - In this interview segment from MPR’s Take-Out program, host Beth Friend interviews Richard Lack, founder of Atelier Lack School of Classical Realism; and John Walker, apprentice to Mr. Lack. The two artists discuss traditional representation painting and drawing.
May 16, 1990 - On this episode of Take-Out program, host Beth Friend presents a collection of arts and culture items. Program includes: - An interview with author Gretchen Urnes Beito and Pomegranate Press publisher Kathryn Leigh Scott about "Coya Come Home: A Congresswoman's Journey." the book is an authorized biography of Coya Knutson, the first woman elected to Cogress from Minnesota - An interview with Richard Lack and John Walker on 20th anniversary of Atelier Lack School of Classical Realism - An interview with author Stuart Dybek about his book, The Coast of Chicago: Stories - A tribute to Jim Henson, who unexpectedly passed away on May 16th, 1990 Program also includes music clips and news updates.
May 16, 1990 - As part of a series on Bemidji race relations, Mainstreet Radio reporter Leif Enger looks at difficulties Native Americans face in finding housing.
May 16, 1990 - Lois Quam, Chair of the Minnesota Health Care Access Commission, and Director of Research for United Health Care, answers listener questions about access to health care and rising health care costs.
May 17, 1990 - Pat Schroeder, Colorado congresswoman (D), speaking at 25th anniversary celebration at Minneapolis Community College. Schroder’s address was on the topic of education, culture, diversity and global politics. After speech, Schroeder answered audience questions. Schroeder is the most senior woman in the U.S. House of Representatives. She is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Judiciary Committee, and the House Committee on Children, Youth and Families. In 1987 she explored a bid for the presidency, and wrote the book, "Champion of the Great American Family."
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May 17, 1990 - As part of a series on Bemidji race relations, Mainstreet Radio reporter Leif Enger focuses on Native American studies in the local school education curriculum.
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May 18, 1990 - Dr. Leonard Haynes, U.S. assistant secretary of postsecondary education, speaking at Minnesota Meeting. Haynes’ address was on the topic of educational reform in college athletics. After speech, Haynes answers audience questions. Minnesota Meeting is a non-profit corporation which hosts a wide range of public speakers. It is managed by the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.