If you missed this piece in the Galveston County Daily News earlier this week, it’s worth a read. I’ve had some of these encounters, with people in far flung corners of the state who light up when I tell them where I work. In these tough and fast-changing times—whether you agree with Dr. Snydor a lot, a bit or not at all—it helps to remember what we’ve been about, and why it matters. Thanks, Dr. Syndor. Read article.