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The Art of Book-to-Movie Adaptations 

Whether you were spellbound by the cinematic world of ‘Harry Potter’ or terrified by the eerie corridors of ‘The Shining,’ you’ve likely experienced the unique thrill of watching a movie adaptation of a beloved novel.  If you’ve ever read the book before watching the film, you know the mixed emotions it can evoke. As avid…

General
So You Want to Make a Difference in the World  

Are you determined to make a difference in the world? If so, The University of Texas Permian Basin has an online program that can equip you to make your mark on countless lives. Our programs will prepare you to launch a career in a life-changing field, enable you to advance within an existing career, or…

Humanities
What Is the Role of Semantics in Natural Language Processing? 

Whether we’re aware of it or not, semantics is something we all use in our daily lives. It involves grasping the meaning of words, expressing emotions, and resolving ambiguous statements others make. For example, when your professor says your contributions to today’s discussion were “interesting,” you may wonder whether she was complimenting your input or…

Humanities
Exploring How Literature Intersects With Psychology 

Many of us enjoy a good book, and while we can usually identify what we like about it—interesting characters, an intriguing plot, the setting, etc.—we don’t always think more deeply about how those specific qualities connect with us. We certainly do feel them, however, and those evoked emotions are just one area in which psychology…

Communication
Communication vs. Communications: What’s the Difference?  

When you click “send” on a text message, your message turns into data and passes from a nearby cell tower to your mobile network’s short message service center (SMSC). The SMSC finds the intended recipient and sends your message to the closest cell tower. Finally, your message arrives.   Communication, including verbal and written communication, has…

Spanish
History of the Spanish Language 

It’s the fourth most spoken language in the world behind English, Mandarin, and Hindi, according to some sources. Spanish is a diverse language that you might encounter across a wide swath of the globe. But where did it come from? Here we’ll present a brief history lesson on the origins of the Spanish language and…

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