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Education Notes: Experts for Hispanic Heritage Month
Scholars are available to discuss Latino history, culture, literature and politics
Researchers examine back-to-school health and safety
Texas Exes Awards Highest Honor to Liberal Arts Alumni
Two alumni recognized for professional achievement and service to the university
Intellectual Entrepreneurship Receives National Award for Serving Latinos
Interdisciplinary consortium earns $5,000 for excellence in education
Education Notes: Islamic History and Culture Experts
Experts are available to discuss the Islamic faith from a variety of perspectives
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The Global Semiconductor Industry: A Discussion
September 9
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Events Commemorate 35th Anniversary of the Chilean Coup
September 11 - 12, 5:30 PM
The Center for Asian American Studies Hosts Open House
September 15
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Students Making A Difference: Working for Nonprofits in Developing Countries
September 16
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
University Celebrates Constitution Day
September 17
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Feature
The Arab world comprises more than 300 million people in 22 countries in the Middle East and North Africa. It is a rich and diverse culture, but one few Americans are familiar with.
While more than one million Arabs live in the United States, the majority live in five states, California, New York, Michigan, Florida and New Jersey, so Arabic language and culture remain quite foreign for many Americans.