Lunar eclipses don’t happen often, but when they do, everything seems to slow down. People step outside. Neighborhoods get quieter, tuned in to the skies above. Suddenly, something outside of our control brings us all together for a shared moment of collective awe. Eclipses remind us that we’re all living under the same moon, no…
You only get one chance to make a first impression. Cover letters have long been one of the best ways to set yourself apart in a competitive market. But in the era of AI screeners, even the most polished resumes—and their accompanying cover letters—feel like they’re disappearing into the void. With the job market more…
Entrepreneurship can take many forms. Sometimes, it looks like building software companies from scratch; other times, it involves reshaping an entire culture, changing how we experience entertainment, or turning one big idea into a brand that ends up everywhere. Black entrepreneurs have been doing all of that for decades. From media and tech to sports…
Getting accepted to The University of Texas Permian Basin is a big milestone. If you’re a working professional, the next step—asking your employer about tuition reimbursement—can feel a little intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be. Most organizations want employees who grow, stay, and contribute at a higher level. And many companies offer tuition reimbursement,…
Businesses can’t survive on guesswork alone. To make informed decisions and stay competitive, companies must be data-driven. While analytics tools give us vital, actionable information, that data only has value when business leaders know how to read and use it. This critical skill is called data literacy: turning raw numbers into smart decisions. Here’s what…
Picture Martin Luther King Jr. standing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, delivering his “I Have a Dream” speech to over 250,000 people gathered for the March on Washington. Could he have known, in that moment, that his words would terrify some, inspire many more, and echo across decades of social movements? King and…
Ever check the tag on a t-shirt or appliance and see “Made in China” or “Made in Mexico”? Soon, you may be seeing more tags labeled “Made in the USA.” Today, there’s a reshoring trend that’s reopening factories, strengthening American manufacturing, and creating new opportunities for businesses and workers. As more companies move toward domestic…
A safe blood supply, steady heartbeats, and early breast cancer detection: Black Americans helped make these and other medical breakthroughs possible. This Black History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on healthcare heroes who changed patient care forever. Black Medical Heroes: Yesterday and Today How many medical heroes can you name? People like nurse and hygiene…
You know that feeling right after a good workout? The addictive mix of pride, exhaustion, and the sudden realization that climbing stairs is a “tomorrow problem”? Most of us think workout recovery ends with a quick stretch and a protein shake. But in kinesiology, recovery isn’t the end of your workout. It’s where the real…
Ever opened your bank account and thought: “How do I have another bill due already?” You’re not alone. Financial stress affects 61% of adults ages 18 to 35, whether it’s from: Gen Z has been through a lot—from the COVID pandemic’s economic impact to inflation and job uncertainty. That’s why smart financial planning matters more…