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August Health Notes

Researchers examine back-to-school health and safety

AUSTIN, Texas -Aug. 25, 2008- Back-to-school season brings first-day jitters, peer pressure and, for new college students, the dreaded weight gain known as the "freshman 15." Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss topics ranging from preventing college binge-drinking to developing social skills.

Texas Exes Awards Highest Honor to Liberal Arts Alumni

Two alumni recognized for professional achievement and service to the university

AUSTIN, Texas -Aug. 22, 2008- The Texas Exes announced the recipients of the Distinguished Alumnus Award, the association's highest honor for alumni who have distinguished themselves professionally and through service to the university. The six honorees for 2008 include two alumni of the College of Liberal Arts.

Intellectual Entrepreneurship Receives National Award for Serving Latinos

Interdisciplinary consortium earns $5,000 for excellence in education

AUSTIN, Texas -Aug. 20, 2008- The Intellectual Entrepreneurship Pre-Graduate School Internship Program (IE), part of the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, earned a 2008 Example of Excellence at the Graduate Level award from the national education nonprofit organization, ¡Excelencia! In Education.

Education Notes: Islamic History and Culture Experts

Experts are available to discuss the Islamic faith from a variety of perspectives

AUSTIN, Texas -Aug. 14, 2008- Followers of the faith of Islam will celebrate Ramadan, one of the religion's most important observances, beginning at sunset Aug. 31 through Sept. 30. Scholars at The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss the Islamic faith, history and culture from a variety of perspectives.

Latino USA Receives $250,000 Grant to Expand Coverage of New Immigrant Families

KUT Radio, Center for Mexican American Studies produce nationally-recognized radio program

AUSTIN, Texas -Aug. 11, 2008- The Marguerite Casey Foundation has awarded a $250,000 grant to Latino USA, the premier English-language public radio newsmagazine covering Latino news and culture, to enable the program to expand its coverage of the experiences of immigrant families in America.

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