Consumer Reports Recommended. The Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval. Practically every product or service is eligible for some kind of designation that indicates quality and trustworthiness. Universities are no exception, and The University of Texas Permian Basin has been honored with many such acknowledgements, many in the form of accreditations. Have you ever wondered what…
Graduate school is often the end of a journey for students eager to start their careers. For experienced professionals, it offers the chance to move up the corporate ladder or pivot into a new direction. Yet no matter how necessary a graduate education may be for improving a person’s career prospects or satisfaction, it doesn’t…
Earning a master’s degree is an important step in both your life and career. It shows employers that you have the ambition to elevate your expertise in your chosen field to an advanced level. With the new skills you develop and a graduate credential on your resume, you can compete for coveted leadership roles within…
The English language is nobody’s special property. It is the property of the imagination: it is the property of the language itself. — Derek Walcott The United States has no official language, but English is the de facto language spoken by millions of native speakers. For both citizens and noncitizen residents, many of whom speak…
To do your job as a first responder effectively, you need to be able to communicate with the people you’re trying to help, or with someone who can communicate on their behalf. But what if the patient or their loved ones speak only Spanish, and you don’t know the language? From Texas to Illinois and…
Clean energy comes in many forms. These renewable power sources create little to no pollution in the air, water, or soil, and some are even inexhaustible. Let’s look at a few clean energy sources, substantial clean energy efforts around the world, and energy business career potential—including salaries. Clean Energy Sources Some common sources of clean…
If you’re considering applying to a master’s in special education program, you might want to know what your career prospects will be after graduation. Here we explore just a few of the many professional advantages you can experience with a master’s degree in special education. Enjoy a Rewarding Career That Enhances Lives—Including Your Own Few…
Passing the CPA exam is a necessary step toward becoming a certified public accountant. As with any exam, preparation is critical, and part of that preparation is being aware of the changes to the exam that sometimes occur. The CPA exam has at least a few changes almost every year, so why waste time studying…
Geographic information systems (GIS) have been closely connected with city planning, surveying, and automobile navigation for many years. While these systems can tell you the best location for a city park, where your property lines are, and where your best friend’s new house is, GIS technology has far broader applications, many of which may surprise…
With approximately 4,000 colleges and universities in the United States alone, there’s no shortage of available bachelor’s degree programs. But are all these institutions and programs equal? At The University of Texas Permian Basin, our diverse selection of programs, flexible online options and affordable tuition rates are just a few of the considerable advantages that…