News from March 2024
Amplify Book Club promotes works by BIPOC authors at CoffeePeople
By Austin Journal | Mar 31, 2024
The Amplify Book Club is dedicated to discussing works by authors from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities.
John Scalzi partners with BookPeople for new book event
By Austin Journal | Mar 31, 2024
BookPeople and author John Scalzi are collaborating to present an event for the book "When the Moon Hits Your Eye."
City of Austin City Council met March 5
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 30, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, March 5
City of Austin City Council met Feb. 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 30, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Feb. 27
City of Austin City Council will meet April 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 30, 2024
City of Austin City Council will meet at 9 a.m., Thursday, April 11
City of Austin Housing Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors will meet April 4
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 30, 2024
City of Austin Housing Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 4
City of Austin City Council will meet April 4
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 30, 2024
City of Austin City Council will meet at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 4
City of Austin Public Health Committee will meet April 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 30, 2024
City of Austin Public Health Committee will meet at 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 3
Jefferson Fisher teams up with BookPeople for upcoming event
By Austin Journal | Mar 30, 2024
BookPeople, in collaboration with Jefferson Fisher, is hosting an event titled "The Next Conversation."
Latinas & Libros Book Club meets monthly to discuss Latina narratives
By Austin Journal | Mar 30, 2024
Latinas & Libros Book Club invites members to explore Latina stories and highlight the significance of Latino narratives.
Universal Brain-Computer Interface Lets People Play Games With Just Their Thoughts
By Austin Journal | Mar 29, 2024
AUSTIN, Texas - Engineers at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a groundbreaking brain-computer interface that allows individuals to play games using only their thoughts. The research, aimed at improving the lives of people with motor disabilities, incorporates machine learning capabilities, making it a one-size-fits-all solution.Satyam Kumar, a graduate student involved in the project, highlighted the significance of this new technology, stating, "When we think about this in a clinical setting, this technology will make it so we won’t need a specialized...
Alex Aster event moves to Central Presbyterian Church with more tickets available
By Austin Journal | Mar 29, 2024
The event featuring Alex Aster, originally scheduled to take place at BookPeople, has been relocated to Central Presbyterian Church.
Annalise Bubes presents her new book at BookPeople
By Austin Journal | Mar 29, 2024
BookPeople and author Annalise Bubes have announced an event featuring Bubes' latest work, "Cloud Wonders."
UT, ACC, Texas Institute for Electronics to Launch Semiconductor Training Center to Meet Industry Workforce Needs
By Austin Journal | Mar 28, 2024
A new partnership between The University of Texas at Austin, Austin Community College District, and Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) aims to address the workforce needs of America's semiconductor industry by launching a Semiconductor Training Center in Central Texas. This collaboration seeks to bridge the gap in skilled labor within the semiconductor field by providing comprehensive education and training opportunities.President Jay Hartzell emphasized UT's commitment to advancing the semiconductor industry, stating, "UT has a rich history as a leader in the...
Neal Shusterman's event enforces health guidelines with no video policy
By Austin Journal | Mar 28, 2024
The upcoming event featuring author Neal Shusterman will adhere to strict social distancing measures.
Celebrating 2023-24 Volunteers of the Year
By Austin Journal | Mar 27, 2024
In a heartwarming display of community recognition, the Austin Independent School District (AISD) is celebrating the Volunteers of the Year for 2023-24. These individuals have been acknowledged for their exceptional dedication and support to their respective schools.From Allison Elementary to Zilker Elementary, volunteers like Jessica Herrera and Tomas Ruedas from Allison Elementary, Maria del Carmen Ruiz and Reyna Cruz from Andrews Elementary, and many others have been shining examples of selflessness and commitment to the betterment of their communities.Reflecting on...
New & Noteworthy Book Club announces meeting details for March
By Austin Journal | Mar 27, 2024
The New & Noteworthy Book Club is inviting readers to explore "Beautyland," among other hot new titles and noteworthy favorites.
Board to discuss Texas Academic Performance Report
By Austin Journal | Mar 27, 2024
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for the 2023-24 school year. The TAPR contains a wealth of performance data and information about districts and schools in the state. As part of the report, performance on the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) for students in grades 3–12 is highlighted, along with student and staff demographic information, enrollment, attendance, and graduation rates, as well as indicators of postsecondary readiness.However, due to ongoing litigation, the TEA did not release...
Annual Spring Climate Survey Launched by Austin ISD for Valuable Feedback
By Austin Journal | Mar 26, 2024
Austin Independent School District (AISD) has announced the launch of their annual spring climate survey, inviting parents and guardians to share their feedback until April 12.According to AISD, "Your insights provide invaluable perspectives on the educational climate, culture, and engagement within Austin ISD." The district emphasizes that "The district does not have access to individual responses or any personal data that could be used to identify a respondent."With a target of achieving an 80% completion rate across all campuses, AISD stresses the importance of...
Krysten Ritter partners with BookPeople for special event
By Austin Journal | Mar 26, 2024
BookPeople and actress Krysten Ritter are set to host an event titled "Retreat."