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NRC completes environmental assessment of Ģý NEXT Lab

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) recently completed its environmental assessment of Ģý’s Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing (NEXT) Lab, a significant milestone in its goal to build a Molten Salt Research Reactor (MSRR). NEXT Lab – in collaboration with Natura Resources – has set out to design, license and commission an MSRR to be … Continued

NEXT Lab director gains access, insight into U.S. Nuclear Navy operations

  Ģý is breaking new ground with its Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing Laboratory, or  NEXT Lab, creating exciting opportunities for students and faculty. A key example is Dr. Rusty Towell’s recent invitation to the U.S. Navy’s Distinguished Visitor Program, allowing a behind-the-scenes look at the world’s most experienced operator of nuclear reactors. As … Continued

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Cornyn visits Ģý’s NEXT Lab, praises nuclear research

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn visited Ģý’s Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing Laboratory (NEXT Lab) April 2 to learn more about Ģý’s research into advanced molten salt reactors, sponsored by Natura Resources. Cornyn toured the new Dillard Science and Engineering Research Center where nuclear research is underway and where the reactor will be housed. He … Continued

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Ģý Announces New Master of Science in Sports Leadership

Ģý (Ģý) has launched a new online master’s degree in Sports Leadership focused on equipping prospective or current sports professionals in enhancing their experience with foundational and academically-based strategies to become effective coaches, sports administrators, and sports brand leaders.  Led by a diverse array of sports professionals, interdisciplinary professors, and practitioners, the program … Continued

Ģý NEXT Lab receives third patent

Research at Ģý’s Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing Laboratory (NEXT Lab) – sponsored by Natura Resources – has led to the approval of a third patent as the team works toward designing and building the first university-based Molten Salt Research Reactor. This month, the U.S. Patent and Trademark office will officially award Ģý the … Continued

Ģý partners with IDEA Public Schools

Ģý is partnering with IDEA Public Schools in a program designed to help K-12 students in their selection of and transition to college. “Ģý and IDEA Public Schools are natural partners because of our mutual commitment to student success,” said Dr. Susan Lewis, Ģý’s provost and vice president for academic affairs. IDEA is … Continued

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Ģý and Infosec Pioneer Innovation: College Credit for CompTIA Certifications

In a ground-breaking collaboration at the intersection of industry training and academia, Ģý (Ģý) and Cengage Group announce an industry-first initiative to award college course credit for certification through Infosec Institute’s boot camps from CompTIA, a globally recognized organization that offers professionals trusted credentials that validate their career experience. This innovative partnership will … Continued

Graduate overcomes childhood challenges, takes leadership roles at Ģý

Hermela Aregay, social work graduate originally from Eritrea, embodies resilience, perseverance and a passion for others. Hermela and her family moved from the East African country of Eritrea to Dallas when she was eight years old, presenting the obstacles of learning a new culture. Along with this challenge, in her teenage years, she was diagnosed … Continued