Editor’s note: This op-ed by Patrick J. Kelly, associate professor of history at UTSA, originally appeared in The Dallas Morning News. A recent poll from the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics contains alarming news about the deepening political divisions in the United States. Pollsters asked if “The situation in America is such that I would favor [Blue/Red] states seceding from the union to form their own separate country.” Remarkably, 52% of Trump voters and 41% of Biden supporters answered yes. The notion of splitting the ...
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Sandra Morissette, professor of psychology and chair of the Department of Psychology in UTSA’s College for Health, Community and Policy, has been elected as a fellow to the American Psychological Association (APA), Division 56 (Trauma Psychology). This national recognition is awarded on the basis of outstanding contributions in the field of psychology that have had a national impact. Morissette has dedicated her career to researching and understanding trauma psychology, particularly in the context of veteran support. Her research has focused on understanding factors ...
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The UTSA National Security Collaboration Center (NSCC) has created its first Advisory Council. The group—comprised of accomplished professionals from industry, military, nonprofit and research institutions, both locally and nationally—will convene in person today to kick off a review of UTSA’s research enterprise in various disciplines pertaining to national security. Topics will include expanding the center’s membership model and opportunities for students and graduates, as well as exploring new avenues for expanded research funding. Currently operating on the Main Campus, the NSCC ecosystem ...
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