Meetings. Emails. Last-minute requests. Some days, it feels impossible to knock anything off the to-do list. If this sounds like you, you might be in need of some time management tips and tricks. Time management is a skill like any other, and it can be honed with practice and patience. We’re here to show you…
Picture this: A TV meteorologist warns about a brewing hurricane, the storm’s cone of uncertainty and spaghetti models streaking all over the screen. As you quietly regret moving to the coast and plan for gas, water and higher ground, you hear the harried meteorologist explain which hurricane category will destroy your home—and which will wash…
Planning your next career move? Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or aiming for a more advanced role, having the right tools can make all the difference. Megan Baeza, UTPB’s executive director of career services, shares her expert advice on what your career toolkit should look like. Must-Have Career Tools for Every…
Whether you’re a coach who’s overseeing an entire athletic team or a personal trainer developing a customized fitness program for your clients, one goal remains the same: preventing injuries before they happen. We all know the importance of rehabilitation, but the real victory lies in stopping those injuries from happening in the first place. University…
Statistically speaking, most social work graduates pursue social work careers. But what if you’re not like most people? We’re here to tell you that you can absolutely transform your passion for helping others and hard-earned expertise into another type of career. A social work degree is a broadly marketable credential offering highly transferrable skills to…
Honoring and celebrating our mothers has been a global tradition throughout history. Although Mother’s Day was officially declared a U.S. holiday in 1914, its origins date back centuries. People have honored their mothers across cultures and time periods through festivals, religious observances, and communal gatherings. Understanding the historical significance of holidays like Mother’s Day provides…
We know it’s tough to tear yourself away from scrolling. We get it; the algorithm is strong. So strong that the average person spends 2 hours and 23 minutes a day on social media. And let’s be honest: There’s no way that’s great for anyone’s mental health. That’s why we’re taking a closer look at…
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela Shaping Education: From Pioneers to Advocates Education has long been a cornerstone of human civilization, shaping the course of society across generations. Educational pioneers like Horace Mann, who championed free public education, and Maria Montessori, who revolutionized individualized learning,…
Change is both a certainty and a necessity in business. Adapting to change can make the difference between success and failure for just about any type of organization. Right now, a digital transformation is well underway in most business sectors, and business leaders that embrace this changing landscape are the most likely to survive and…
In the early morning hours of April 26, 1986, reactor number four at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant exploded. As the reactor building was destroyed, over 100 radioactive elements were launched into the atmosphere. Today, Chernobyl remains frozen in time. A protective radiation shield entombs the nuclear reactor’s remains. The Ukrainian city of Pripyat lies…