Astrid Wind's academic odyssey from Lee College to Heidelberg
Baytown native Astrid Wind began at Lee College aiming to improve English. Her path took her through honors study, German archives, Texas history essays, St. Thomas University, Oxford, and Bolivia, culminating as director of graduate studies in humanities at Heidelberg University in Europe.
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Refugee policy clash tests Texas leaders over Syrians
The Dallas Morning News notes Gov. Abbott and fellow Republicans push hardline stances on Syrian refugees amid Paris attacks. It argues vetting remains rigorous, cites U.S. Refugee Act authority, and contrasts with Europe’s refugee surge and long U.S. history of resettlement.
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Today in History November 19 highlights across centuries
On this date in 1794 Jay’s Treaty was signed by the United States and Britain. In 1863 Lincoln dedicated the Gettysburg National Cemetery. In 1969 Apollo 12 made the second manned Moon landing. In 1975 One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest opened in theaters. A year ago Obama announced immigration changes affecting up to 5 million.
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Pancreatic cancer claims three friends as Hope Endures
Jane Howard Lee recalls three friends lost to pancreatic cancer while urging awareness and funding. She notes one survivor misdiagnosed, three others dying after battles spanning months to years, and highlights the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network with Purple Stride Houston 2015 fundraising and trials.
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