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Looking Back at Chernobyl: The World’s Worst Nuclear Disaster 

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…

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How UTPB Is Using VR to Support Special Education Students 

Transitions during a typical school day—like moving from one subject to another—can be challenging for many students. But for special education students, these transitions can be particularly stressful and frustrating.  Whether in mainstream classrooms or special education programs, students with special needs often struggle with adapting to change. To address this issue, a team of faculty…

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Financial Literacy 101: Foundations of Financial Freedom 

In today’s complex financial world, understanding the basics of financial literacy is crucial for personal and professional success. It empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their money and prepares them for future opportunities, such as advancing their careers through programs like those offered by The University of Texas Permian Basin. This article provides a…

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Course Spotlight: District School Finance 

Most university professors would be disappointed to discover their students playing cards online during class. However, Dr. Rod Uzat, assistant professor for UT Permian Basin’s College of Education, eagerly encourages it.  Budget Hold’em, a nod to the popular poker game Texas Hold’em, is a gamified lesson that demonstrates to students—all prospective superintendents—how to budget with…

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Considerations When Teaching Autistic Students 

Since its designation by the United Nations on April 2, 2007, World Autism Awareness Day has helped foster a greater understanding of people with autism, highlighting their achievements, contributions, and unique perspectives.  World Autism Month, initiated by the American nonprofit organization Autism Speaks and observed throughout April, shares similar aims. Both observances provide an opportunity…

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Women in Leadership: Navigating Challenges and Shaping the Future 

In 1999, only three large public companies were headed by women. While that number has since increased—women now hold approximately 32% of senior-level positions globally—there remains considerable room for progress, especially given that women make up 41% of the global workforce.  This isn’t to say that women aren’t breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated fields. Take…

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