Afterschool programs keep children safe, inspire them to learn, and give working parents the peace of mind that comes with knowing their kids are supervised and learning after the school day ends. There is an urgent need for greater investments in these programs, as U.S. children and youth try to recover academically and socially from the pandemic.
Saving is a vital component of financial planning. However, more than half of Americans are saving too little and do not have an accurate grasp of their spending habits.
Winter is a busy time of year for college students. Come December, students are preparing for the holidays at the same time that they’re entering the final leg of the fall semester. Once grades are in, resident students head to their respective homes away from campus for a few weeks or more before the spring semester begins.
Pedestrians walk through downtown Dallas on Nov. 7. Credit: Ben Torres for The Texas Tribune
Texas’ population grew more than any other state in the country in the last year, by nearly half a million people, according to the recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. Of the 1.6 million people the nation gained between July 2022 and July 2023, nearly 30% are Texas residents.
Resolutions made at the start of a new year often focus on personal improvement. Giving up poor habits like smoking or drinking too much alcohol and losing weight through diet and exercise are some popular resolutions.
Sleep is an often unsung hero of overall health. Diet and exercise get their fair share of glory, but without a good night’s rest, even the most physically active, nutrition- conscious individuals are vulnerable to a host of ailments and illnesses.
Midwestern State University Announces Fall Honor Rolls
After two years of declining enrollment that was undoubtedly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, study abroad programs are regaining their popularity. In May 2022, Education Abroad at Texas Global, which coordinates international engagement efforts at the University of Texas at Austin, reported that 1,500 students were scheduled to travel for formal study programs in the summer of 2022. That figure is nearly seven times higher than it was in 2021. Not surprisingly, faculty-led study abroad programs also increased dramatically between 2021 and 2022. For example, Education Abroad reports that, as quarantine restrictions were relaxed across much of the globe between 2021 and 2022, faculty-led programs at UT increased from six to at least 54.
“You don’t really appreciate what you’ve got until it’s gone.”
Excitement for a new year abounds on January 1. Baby New Year is one of the more recognizable symbols of the New Year’s holiday, particularly in print advertisements and television commercials. Perhaps you’ve wondered what role Baby New Year plays in the celebration? While he may seem like a relatively modern icon, this cultural mainstay has a lengthy history.
Mentors can have profound impacts on the lives of the people they mentor. A mentor is often a source of wisdom and support over the course of months or even years. The relationship between mentor and mentee can endure as long as each person desires.
The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1924.
A Travis County district judge has ordered Attorney General Ken Paxton and three top aides to sit for depositions in the 3-yearold whistleblower lawsuit against him.
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