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The Misunderstood Politics of the Energy Transition
Who is to blame for slowing the transition to a low-carbon-energy future? In today’s Academic Minute, the University of Texas at Austin’s David Spence has some ideas.
Ep. 119: Voices of Student Success: Careers as an Undercurrent
How career integration can boost students’ outcomes, addressing concerns about the return on investment in higher education.
How Early Texas Settler Groups Got Along
There’s still a lot to learn and understand about early settlements in Texas. In today’s Academic Minute, Texas A&M University–San Antonio’s Francis Galan sheds some light on the complexities of Spanish settlements in the state.
Dependence on Bottled Water Worsens Social Inequality
Bottled water can be a panacea during a crisis, but it can also worsen inequality afterward. In today’s Academic Minute, Portland State University’s Daniel Jaffee explores why.
What a ‘Hell Chicken’ Can Tell Us About Dinosaur Extinction
The extinction of the dinosaurs is still being studied. In today’s Academic Minute, a Student Spotlight, Oklahoma State University’s Kyle Atkins-Weltman explores a new finding that can change our understanding of the event.
Why Do People Have Different Musical Preferences?
Some love a song; others can’t stand it. But why? In today’s Academic Minute, Auburn University’s Jane Kuehne has a music theory.
Ep. 118: Colleges’ Responsiveness to the Job Market
This episode examines how institutions are adapting to growing pressure to prepare learners for work.
The Power of Everyday Object Colors in Emotional Healing
The colors in your personal spaces could have a big impact on your mood. In today’s Academic Minute, Boise State University’s Niusha Jones explores why.