Published on January 13th, 2023 | by Olivia Tran
The Scholar Enrichment Program at the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics received the 2022 INSIGHT into Diversity Magazine’s Inspiring Programs in STEM Award and the 2022 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Star Award. The Inspiring …... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2023 | by John Lomax
After several months of searching, vetting and interviewing, the University has appointed a new provost to oversee academic affairs at UH. Diane Chase, who formerly served as the vice president for academic innovation, student success and …... Read More →
Published on January 9th, 2023 | by John Lomax
Over the past decade, the discussion surrounding mental health has become an increasingly pressing matter. College students, in particular, are more likely to experience issues relating to well-being, and campuses nationwide have seen a surge in …... Read More →
Published on December 22nd, 2022 | by Robert De La Garza
The University may be in for a windfall this legislative session, as lawmakers are considering granting UH a $1 billion endowment from the state’s near $30 billion surplus. The 88th Texas legislative session begins on Jan. …... Read More →
Published on December 22nd, 2022 | by Olivia Tran
A UH College of Nursing professor recently researched and developed the Quintana Model of Surgical Conscience to assist medical professionals in understanding moral obligations in a surgical setting. To come up with this model, clinical assistant …... Read More →
Published on December 20th, 2022 | by John Lomax
An arctic blast is expected to descend on Houston and the surrounding area on Thursday, bringing with it some of the coldest weather since the 2021 winter storm. Though officials are hesitant to give exact estimates, …... Read More →
Published on December 16th, 2022 | by Logan Linder
The University has removed Alan Dettlaff as the dean of the Graduate College of Social Work, sparking backlash from students, faculty and staff. Announced Wednesday evening, Dettlaff tweeted about his removal and the “resistance” surrounding his …... Read More →
Published on December 16th, 2022 | by John Lomax
This week, the Student Fees Advisory Committee released its recommendations for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. SFAC is the governing body that allocates all funds received from student fees. The student fee is a flat rate added …... Read More →
Published on December 16th, 2022 | by John Lomax
The University has made a new addition to its fleet of food-service robots. Alongside Starships, students can now expect to find Servi, the robotic waiter at the UH Hilton. Servi joined staff and students at the …... Read More →
Published on December 15th, 2022 | by John Lomax
Fentanyl, the dangerously potent opioid, has swept the nation over the past decade. The drug is roughly 50 times stronger than heroin and has led to a dramatic spike in overdose deaths in many cities. The …... Read More →