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Biden administration releases ‘legal resources’ for colleges in response to Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision

The Biden administration is releasing new guidance and “legal resources” for colleges and universities that want to ensure student diversity in the admissions proce

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Cuba Officially Announces Two Black Women as New Vice-presidents

Cuba is being hailed as becoming more progressive as the country takes leaps toward diversity and moves away from its white dominated legacy. Cuba now has more Black leadership with two Black women vice-presidents in Inés María Chapman and Beatriz Jhonson.

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Governor Abbott Issues Statewide Call To Stand With Law Enforcement In Texas

To mark the one-year anniversary of the attack on Dallas law enforcement, and in honor of all peace officers across Texas, Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statewide call to stand with law enforcement in Texas. Governor Abbott is asking all Texas law enforcement officers to turn on their red and blue lights for one-minute on Friday, July 7th, at 10:00 a.m.

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U.S. Department of Education Disperses Funds to Support Parents of Children with Disabilities

Today, the U.S. Department of Education is announcing an additional $2.5 million investment to centers that serve a critical role for parents and families of students with disabilities across the nation. These supplemental grants to Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) ensure that all families have the information and training they need to participate effectively in helping their children and navigating the special education system. Two additional grants have been awarded to new Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs) in Arkansas and New York.

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SI Swim Announces Aly Raisman & Simone Biles debut and Festival Coming to Houston in February 2017

Diplo, Miguel to Headline Two-Day Event Celebrating Launch of SI Swimsuit 2017; U.S. Olympians Simone Biles, Aly Raisman to Be featured in SI Swim 2017

Time Inc.’s (NYSE: TIME) Sports Illustrated will celebrate the launch of its 2017 swimsuit issue with a two-day music, food and culture festival—“VIBES” by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit—to be held in Houston on February 17–18. The first-of-its-kind event will feature live performances by GRAMMY™ Award-winning artists Diplo and Miguel; a food festival curated by Houston’s James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd and special appearances by the models of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Class of 2017.

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Vet deported because of felony says he did his time in prison, belongs back in US

A former US Army soldier whose felony conviction led to the revocation of his green card, his imprisonment, and, just days ago, his deportation to Mexico, said he will fight what he calls the unjust treatment of immigrant veterans.

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Rice Business, Mexico’s Anáhuac University partner to create international executive education program

Leaders from Rice University and Mexico’s Anáhuac University will unveil a new international executive education program Nov. 6 at a signing ceremony at Rice. A second ceremony will take place Nov. 16 in Mexico City.

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'This Is Us' Star Says Fans Have It Wrong

Mandy Moore isn't revealing a great deal about the "This Is Us" season finale, but there is one thing she is speaking out about.

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KISS postpones shows after band members test positive for Covid-19

KISS is postponing four tour dates after Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley tested positive for coronavirus, according to a statement from the band.

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Meet the Sports Illustrated Models at VIBES by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Festival in Houston

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit recently announced that Hannah Ferguson is returning for SI Swimsuit 2017! Everyone’s favorite Texan bombshell returns to the special edition issue for an exciting fourth year, and here’s a sneak peek from her exclusive new SI Swimsuit shoot.

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Latinx Film News: HOLLYSHORTS

Latinx movies are making a significant impact at this year's HollyShorts Film Festival, as 30 entries have been verified to commemorate the 19th installment of this event.

CT becomes first state to require high schools to provide courses on Black, Latino studies

Connecticut became the first state in the nation to require all high schools in the state to offer courses in Black and Latino studies.

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Mayor Turner And Community Leaders Announce Citywide Juneteenth Celebrations

New Website Provides Details On Events In Historic Districts

From Freedmen's Town to the Fifth Ward to Acres Homes, Independence Heights, and historic neighborhoods throughout the city, Houstonians will have an array of events to attend during the upcoming Juneteenth holiday.

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Two PVAMU students announced as 2022 HBCU Scholars by White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Two Prairie View A&M University students have been announced as scholars a part of the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The ninth cohort of HBCU Scholars recognizes 86 undergraduate, graduate and professional students for their accomplishments in academics, leadership, civic engagement and much more, according to a press release.

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Chlöe Bailey headlines Tina Turner tribute at CNN’s ‘Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom’ concert

CNN's second annual "Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom" concert was set for Monday night and was broadcast from Los Angeles' historic outdoor Greek Theatre in Griffith Park.

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Harris says the story of Juneteenth is of ‘ongoing fight’ for freedom

Vice President Kamala Harris said Monday that the story of Juneteenth is “the story of our ongoing fight to realize America’s promise – not for some, but for all.”

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Oklahoma’s Top 40 Hispanic Leaders honored at first-ever event

Oklahoma City Community College partnered with the Oklahoma Hispanic Institute to recognize the state’s Top 40 Hispanic leaders on Sept. 13.

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Gregory School Receives Official Texas Historical Marker

The Houston Public Library celebrated the unveiling of an Official Texas Historical Marker from the Texas Historical Commission for the Gregory School building at the African American History Research Center (AAHRC). The dedication ceremony took place amongst the exhibits inside and culminated outside at the marker's permanent location, at the corner of Wilson and Victor streets in Freedmen's Town/Fourth Ward.

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Empowering Student Civic Engagement: U.S. Department of Education Unveils Essential Voter Toolkit

In an epoch marked by the imperative of civic engagement, the U.S. Department of Education unfurls a dynamic resource, the "Toolkit for the Promotion of Voter Participation for Students." This unveiling signifies a pivotal stride in equipping educational institutions with the tools requisite to foster an empowered electorate. Houston Style Magazine is delighted to spotlight this initiative, recognizing its profound implications for our community and beyond.

Twenty-six Texas Schools Named 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including 26 schools in Texas. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Secretary Cardona made the announcement during his Return to School Road Trip, while visiting an awardee school, Walter R. Sundling Jr. High School, in Palatine, Illinois.