The recent change to virtual learning has created enormous challenges for parents and their children, but now in-person education is returning in a big way, and that disruption could be just as difficult. As parents and their kids get ready to go back to the classroom, many are wondering if they are ready for the change. This article takes a look at 10 things parents and kids can do to ease the move to in-person education. | Read More →

Friendship Week is celebrated during the second week of November. This article begins by briefly exploring the goal of Friendship Week and advising that there are three friendships everyone should remember. First, the friendship between Alexander Graham Bell and Helen Keller is discussed. Second, J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis' roller coaster of a relationship is evaluated. Finally, we briefly review Marilyn Monroe's impact on Ella Fitzgerald's career and how it led to their unlikely friendship. | Read More →

Book banning is an ongoing issue. This article briefly reviews the history of book censorship. Then, examples are given of some commonly known banned books and reasoning for why it is controversial. These examples are followed by a discussion of "Banned Books Week" and the reason behind its creation. Finally, the article concludes with information on how removing censorship against particular books would be beneficial. | Read More →

With the continued impact of COVID-19, questions have arisen regarding human's ability to transmit the virus to animals and vice versus. This article focuses on the infection as it relates to the mink species. First, a review of the timeline of mink infections is included. The United States' response to the culling of mink is also briefly reviewed. This review is followed by a review of various agency responses to the rapid infection rate as provided by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB). Next, we review a few key points regarding the development of animal-specific vaccines. Finally, the article concludes with a discussion of fears expressed regarding potential threats of COVID-19 infection of mink. | Read More →

This content provides a brief synopsis of the benefits of private tutoring for students of all ages and ability levels. It is written in a listicle format to promote scanability. Readers are encouraged to invest in a private tutor at the end of the piece. | Read More →

This article provides a glimpse into data reported by the United States Department of Agriculture regarding confirmed COVID-19 cases in animals. The article begins with a breakdown of the data being reported and the reasoning behind why it is seemingly skewed. The "Texas A&M COVID-19 & Pets" is also introduced within this section. This review is followed by a discussion of important facts that pet owners need to know regarding COVID-19 and animal infection. Finally, a deep review of the effects of the previously presented information is conducted in the final paragraph of the article. | Read More →