I don't think you need them.. Edu blogs and websites were working pretty great in the past.. Nowadays not so important... And moreover, if any1 has a list, I don't think he will just send it to you... But who knows, someone could be kind enough doing this!
Hi, You can search following keyterm to find edu and gov blog commenting links: Here is the format "how to found edu & gov links" online marketing inurl:blog site:.edu
There isn't a list, you have to find the sites based on your market niche. However try this method, search site:.edu "keyword" "purpose". The purpose means the jobs, discounts or resources. blog commenting is the best and easy option to acquire links in the .edu sites. Otherwise you can request them to add a piece of information in your site as a back link in their site.
Why .edu?? We know backlink is more important part of SEO. Search engine give more importance but in current scenario we know great content and niche website backlink boost your website.