The FBI reported that in 2017, violent crimes occurred every 24.6 seconds in the United States, including a murder every 30.5 minutes, a rape every 3.9 minutes, and a robbery every 1.7 minutes. Not to be overlooked are property crimes, which were happening at an astonishingly rapid rate—every 4.1 seconds. So, what drives individuals to…
It’s been a primary source of financial aid for college degree seekers in the United States since President Johnson signed the 1965 Higher Education Act (HEA). Receiving its current name with the 1992 HEA reauthorization, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been issued in a new, improved format for 2024-2025, thanks to…
There’s a skill set that’s increasingly applicable throughout the working world today and can translate to greater employability for those who possess it. Businesses, nonprofits, and government entities are using geographic information systems (GIS) to glean an unprecedented level of data and saving lives, time, money, and other resources in ways previously unimaginable in the…
The humanities cover a wide variety of subjects, including communications, history, languages, and literature. In short, this broad field focuses on the study of the human experience and the expression of that experience. Students pursuing a humanities degree, whether studying art or anthropology, learn new ways to engage with the world around them, gaining critical…
If you’re ready to begin a master’s degree and have a passion for finance, you have a few program choices: namely, an MS in finance or an MBA in finance. You may wonder, however, what the difference is between these graduate finance degrees, apart from their names. We’re going to discuss the key differences between…
Most of us are diligent when it comes to handwashing, whether it’s after using the bathroom or before chopping veggies for dinner. Funny thing, though—it wasn’t always like that, and most certainly not in the medical world. Believe it or not, we can thank Florence Nightingale for making it commonplace to wash hands before…
Educators in the special education classroom use a range of strategies to ensure their students have the tools they need for success. From tried-and-true techniques like differentiated instruction to providing information in multiple modes—such as visual and auditory—teachers are constantly finding creative new ways to meet the diverse needs of their students. As technology continues…
Did you know you experience cognitive bias daily? For example, what’s your favorite color? Let’s pretend it’s purple. Without even hesitating, you tell me as much. It’s been purple for as long as you can remember (even if you don’t recall exactly why). That’s an example of cognitive bias, a pattern of thinking that occurs…
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…
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…