News

Media Source: Houston Chronicle

Psychology

How people react to the threat of disease could mean COVID-19 is reshaping personalities

Houston Chronicle

In an op-ed in the Houston Chronicle, Vivian Zayas, professor of psychology, says the effects of the coronavirus pandemic will be imprinted on the personality of the United States for a long time.

Government

How responding to the new coronavirus is making the safety net for gig workers less flimsy

Houston Chronicle

Jamila Michener, assistant professor of government, considers in an opinion piece in the Houston Chronicle how government action in response to the coronavirus outbreak will affect gig workers.