Video: Assignment Iowa
Assignment Iowa examines the issues and events that shape what it means to be an Iowan. Hosted by Iowa Public Radio's Todd Mundt, the series explores a wide range of timely topics and the ways they affect Iowa and Iowans.
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Assignment Iowa: The State of Immigration
The recent Swift and Company raids in Marshalltown have placed the immigration issue front and center once again. But beyond the headlines, what is immigration’s real impact on the state? In this edition of Assignment Iowa, we hear from those who...
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Assignment Iowa: The Digital Horizon
Web sites, blogs, podcasts, vidcasts, HDTV and more - how is the new digital media affecting the way we receive and enjoy entertainment? How is it changing learning styles in Iowa’s classrooms? And 65 years after the first digital computer was built right here in Iowa, how is it changing the way Iowans gather...
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Margaret Stratton, Iowa Artist (#112)
Iowa City photographer and University of Iowa Professor, Margaret Stratton, creates images that make us think about odd juxtapositions of place, ritual, and human activity.
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Fred Easker, Iowa Artist (#112)
Fred Easker is a Cedar Rapids artist who, like Grant Wood once did, finds inspiration in the rolling hills of northeast Iowa. 08:50
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Jim Shrosbree, Iowa Artist (#112)
Fairfield sculptor and Maharishi University Professor Jim Shrosbree explores an inner landscape where "reality" is elusive. 07:42
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Iowans in World War II - Part 2 (Full Program) (#116)
Full Program: In the spirit of Ken Burns' PBS documentary "The War," Assignment Iowa is looking back at some of our most compelling stories of World War II - tales of Iowa men and women who helped preserve our... 27:45
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Iowans in World War II - Part 1 (Full Program) (#115)
Full Program: In the spirit of Ken Burns' PBS documentary "The War," Assignment Iowa is looking back at some of our most compelling stories of World War II - tales of Iowa men and women who helped preserve our... 27:45
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Hancher/Joffrey tour is a major undertaking (#114)
Charles Swanson, Executive Director of Hancher Auditorium, elaborates on the major effort involved in The Hancher/Joffrey River to River tour.
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Hancher's Executive Director has Fond Memories (#114)
Charles Swanson, Executive Director of Hancher Auditorium, reflects on the impact that the Hancher has had on the community. 00:31
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After months of work, the reward (#114)
After months and months of work, comes the reward. Judith Hurtig, Artistic Director at Hancher Auditorium, looks forward to bringing the performance to Iowans.
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Local organizations get involved in the Joffrey visit (#114)
Local organizations, like Children's Square U.S.A. in Council Bluffs, get involved in the Joffrey visit. Carol Wood, President and C.E.O. of Children's Square U.S.A., discusses her organization's...
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What makes The Joffrey Ballet different? (#114)
What makes The Joffrey Ballet different, besides being one of the best? Judith Hurtig, Artistic Director of Hancher Auditorium, answers.
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Benefits of The Joffrey's visits (#114)
The benefits of The Joffrey's visits extend beyond their actual presence. Richard Stanley explains the value of bringing the Joffrey's professional level of skill to Iowa communities.
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Susan Chrysler White, Iowa City Painter (#113)
Susan Chrysler White is an artist and University of Iowa professor. Her vivacious many- layered works have the power to awaken all of our senses. 06:18
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Gary Kelley, Cedar Falls Artist (#113)
You may be surprised to discover all the places you've seen the art of Cedar Falls artist, Gary Kelley. 09:44
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Jane Gilmor, Cedar Rapids Sculptor (#113)
Cedar Rapids artist and Mount Mercy Professor Jane Gilmor's idiosyncratic sculpture investigates the power of memory, humor, and culture. 07:50
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Paco Rosic, Waterloo Painter (#113)
Paco Rosic is Bosnian immigrant who embodies the power of youth, energy, and courage. Here's a quick look at Rosic as he interprets the Sistine Chapel on his Waterloo restaurant's ceiling. 03:33
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Cedar Rapids Art Museum (#112)
Sean Ulmer, Cedar Rapids Art Museum Curator, talks briefly about the Midwestern Visions: Grant Wood, Marvin Cone and Beyond exhibit now on display through September 2, 2007. He discusses some... 05:00
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Jane Gilmor & Friends (#113)
Cedar Rapids artist Jane Gilmor visits with her friends and fellow artists David Van Allen and Mel Andringa about the importance of collaboration and sharing studio space. Andringa also is the... 02:22
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Mary Huber, Hearst Center (#113)
Mary Huber, Director of the James and Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts in Cedar Falls, discusses exhibits featuring illustrations, including works by local artist Gary Kelley. 04:29
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Lesley Wright, Director of the Faulconer Gallery (#112)
Lesley Wright, Director of the Faulconer Gallery located in the Bucksbaum Center for the Arts at Grinnell College, talks about the gallery's role in the community and why it's important to support... 02:03
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A Visit with Shawn Johnson, West Des Moines Gymnast (#111)
Meet Shawn Johnson, the 15 year-old rising star of gymnastics, who recently won the Pan American Games' all-around gymnastics title. Johnson also helped carry the U.S. women to team gold and won... 07:09
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