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INFOGRAPHIC: Hispanic population on track to be majority in Texas by 2022
At the current growth rate, the Hispanic population is on track to become the largest ethnic group in Texas by 2022. Houston now holds the third largest Hispanic population in the country.
INFOGRAPHIC: The difference between Hispanic and Latinx
The terms “Hispanic” and “Latinx” are pan-ethnic and often used interchangeably. They overlap in some ways but actually mean two different things.
INFOGRAPHIC: C.R.A.S.E. courses offers civilians active shooter response and training tools
The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (C.R.A.S.E.) is a training event created by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) center at Texas State University. C.R.A.S.E. is currently offered to students, faculty…
INFOGRAPHIC: College credit transfer bill passed by Texas lawmakers
In a unanimous vote, Texas lawmakers approved a bill that will simplify transferring to and from colleges within the state. Below are the amendments recently approved by Texas Senate Bill 25 and what they mean for students.
INFOGRAPHIC: The rising cost of higher education in Texas
College tuition is rising at a faster rate than inflation. In the last two decades, the cost of college in the United States has increased by an average of 113% while the average household income rose by about 51%. Here are some…
INFOGRAPHIC: The inside scoop on National Ice Cream Month
The U.S. congress passed “Senate Joint Resolution 298” dubbing “July as National Ice Cream Month” and July 21st as “National Ice Cream Day” in 1984. The origins of the beloved dessert is traced as far back as the Shang Dynasty (618-97 BCE)…
INFOGRAPHIC: Taking a glimpse at diverse wildlife on campus
The University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL) campus sits atop 524 acres of land set aside as a nature preserve. Adjacent to the Armand Bayou Nature Center, UHCL is home to dozens of indigenous species of plants and animals, many of which can…
INFOGRAPHIC: Local summer hot spots to dive into
Check out these cool, local summer Summer is just around the corner and there is plenty of places to visit to have some fun in the sun. Be sure to check out these cool, local summer hot spots around Galveston this summer. spots!
INFOGRAPHIC: How to avoid card skimming
Houston Public Media recently reported that the payment processing firm Wex found that credit card holders in the Greater Houston Area are more likely to have their card information stolen than anywhere else in the United States. Card…
INFOGRAPHIC: What you should know about antiperspirant and natural deodorant
As people are moving toward healthier lifestyles, many question the multitude of toxic ingredients found in common household products. More and more natural deodorants are on the market because of consumers realization of what's actually in…