culture and society
The 4 ‘Ashramas’ Of Hinduism And What They Can Teach Us About Aging Gracefully
Nov 7, 2024 • 4 min. readThe ancient classical texts of Hinduism taught that every age and stage of life need not be lived as a breathless race. They proposed living according to one’s natural capabilities.
Jewish Studies Program To Debut In Spring 2024 Alongside Exciting Offerings
Nov 6, 2023 • 6 min. readThe first Jewish Studies program at Texas A&M kicks off with a Nov. 6 event, spring courses and a spring break study abroad trip.
‘Across The Spider-Verse’ And The Latino Legacy Of Spider-Man
Jun 7, 2023 • 7 min. readThe character has long been popular in Latin America, says a Texas A&M Latino literature and media scholar.
Why Most NFL Head Coaches Are White – Behind The NFL’s Abysmal Record On Diversity
Jan 24, 2022 • 6 min. readA Texas A&M professor of sport management says biased decision-making, organizational cultures that value similarity and societal forms of bias and discrimination are to blame.
A Texas A&M historian explains the significance of Tejano history to the U.S. and Mexico.
Tamara Cuellar Garza '02 will serve as keynote speaker at the Sept. 15 kickoff event.
Understanding Asian American And Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 24, 2021 • 9 min. readQ&A with Texas A&M professor Vanita Reddy.
Though Attacks On The Rise, Anti-Asian Violence Predates COVID-19
May 3, 2021 • 6 min. readProfessors from the College of Liberal Arts explain the history of anti-Asian racism in the United States dating back to the 19th century.
Chivalry Is Not About Opening Doors, But Protecting Society’s Most Vulnerable From Attack
Mar 23, 2021 • 4 min. readA Texas A&M literary historian says chivalry has been a liberating force since ancient times.
A Texas A&M associate history professor explains how the classic poem helped reframe the holiday as a family-friendly event.