Each year on September 8, International Literacy Day invites us to consider the importance of literacy in our lives and communities. This year, UNESCO marks the 60th anniversary of this event with a broad theme: Literacy for People, the Planet
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, an annual celebration of the many ways libraries connect people with information, resources, learning, and their communities. Since 1987, libraries across the country have used the month to encourage people to discover—or rediscover—what
The right to your beliefs should never be revoked, they’re ubiquitous. Religious freedom is a foundational principal in the United States and is preserved by the First Amendment to the constitution. Unfortunately, religious bias and discrimination maintain a presence in
The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library celebrates International Zine Month: Read One, Take One, Make One!
July is International Zine Month, a celebration of self-publishing, independent voices, and creative expression. Visitors to the Harris County Robert W.
With the world’s attention focused on the FIFA World Cup, and with Houston serving as one of the tournament’s host cities, now is the perfect time to explore a different side of “the beautiful game”—one that unfolds not on
“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice…”As our nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we have an opportunity to reflect not only on the freedoms our
As Pride Month comes to a close, it offers an opportunity to reflect not only on the history and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, but also on the importance of planning for the future. One practical way to do that
With Southeast Texas experiencing several days of torrential rainfall—and forecasters warning that even heavier rains may be on the way—flooding is once again a major concern throughout the Greater Houston area. Wednesday, June 17, is expected to bring some of
Doughnuts, blue jeans, Budweiser beer, and hamburgers are all huge staples of American culture. However, this culture was not developed by a single American identity, but by a series of cultures that placed their faith in the American dream. Thanks
It’s June– are you looking for your first Summer Reading pick? The American Bar Association recently announced the winner of their 2026 Silver Gavel Awards for Media and the Arts. The award recognizes “outstanding work that fosters the American public’s
