Education News
University Of St Thomas Opts Out Of Campus Carry Law
Posted on · While private institutions can opt out of the law, public universities must allow concealed weapons though they can carve out gun-free zones.
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Houston Matters
Battles Over School Funding, Campus Carry and Grier Stepping down: The Year in Houston Education for 2015
Posted on · From legislative and judicial battles over school funding in Texas, to debate on area college campuses over how to implement the state’s new campus carry law, to oral arguments (again) before the Supreme Court over the use of affirmative action in college admissions, there were a lot of big developments in education here in Houston […]
Education News
Rice University Decides To Stay Gun-Free, Opts Out Of Campus Carry
Posted on · Baylor University and Texas Christian University have also signaled they’ll stay gun-free. The University of St. Thomas is still gathering community feedback on the law.
Houston Matters
What Would UT Expansion in Houston Mean for Local Universities?
Posted on · Earlier this month, the University of Texas announced plans to buy land to build an ‘intellectual hub’ here in Houston. The Houston Chronicle reported that UT Chancellor William McRaven wants the land to create a sort of collaboration and research center to bring new investment into Houston. However, the University of Houston is concerned that […]
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UT Expanding in Houston and Mexican Entrepreneurs: Monday’s Show (November 30, 2015)
Posted on · Earlier this month, the University of Texas announced plans to buy land to build an ‘intellectual hub’ here in Houston. The Houston Chronicle reported that UT Chancellor William McRaven wants the land to create a sort of collaboration and research center to bring new investment into Houston. However, the University of Houston is concerned that […]
Education News
Students, Professors Debate Campus Carry Law, What Areas Should Be ‘Gun Free’
Posted on · UH's police chief said he's considering hiring more police officers and arming security guards as campus carry takes effect.
Health & Science
Texas Researchers Meet, Discuss How To Best Compete For Federal Funds
Posted on · The TAMEST Texas Research Summit runs through Friday afternoon at the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort near Austin.
Education
In Wake of Fatal Shooting, Texas Southern University Drafts New Safety Plan
Posted on · But TSU President John Rudley said that the safety situation is going to get more complicated next year, when Texas' new "campus carry" law takes effect.
Houston Matters
Skip Your Freshman Year? Why Some Texas State Colleges Are Giving it a Try
Posted on · What if there was a way for incoming college students to pass tests for college credit to essentially bypass their Freshman year and save tuition? That’s the plan of Texas State University System (the system that oversees schools like Texas State University, Sam Houston State University, Lamar University and Sul Ross State University) where they’re encouraging non-traditional […]
Education News
Texas Colleges Receive Millions To Better Serve Hispanic Students
Posted on · They include the University of Houston-Downtown, the University of Texas San Antonio, Texas State University and Amarillo College.
Education News
Survey: Almost 1 In 4 Undergraduate Women Report Sexual Assault On Campus
Posted on · Sexual assault was only slightly less prevalent at two Texas campuses compared to the national average.
Education News
Attitude and Study Habits Go a Long Way To College Success
Posted on · This road-map can help students cope with new semester demands.
Houston Matters
A Newcomer’s Guide to Education Houston
Posted on · News 88.7 education reporter Laura Isensee runs over the basics of public and private schools and higher education in Greater Houston.
Houston Matters
State Goal: Get 60 Percent of Texans a College Degree By 2030
Posted on · Last month, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted a new plan called 60x30TX. The overarching goal: to get 60 percent of Texans between 25 and 34 a college degree or certificate by 2030. The coordinating board says the goal focuses on 25 to 34-year-olds as an indicator of the economic future of the state and its […]
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Chris Bell Mayoral Candidate Interview: Tuesday’s show (August 11, 2015)
Posted on · Starting today, and for the next several Tuesdays on Houston Matters, we offer you a chance to speak directly with the major candidates running to be the next mayor of the city of Houston. We start on this edition with Chris Bell. He’s a former City Council Member and former U.S. Congressman. He’s also an […]