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HISD schedules hiring event for special education teacher assistants on September 26
By Houston Daily | Sep 12, 2024
The HISD Talent Acquisition Team will host a Special Education Teacher Assistant Hiring Event on Thursday, September 26, from 5-7 p.m. at two separate locations:
University of Houston project selected for USDA initiative on soil health
By Houston Daily | Sep 12, 2024
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has selected a University of Houston project as one of 12 nationwide initiatives aimed at enhancing soil health and productivity through innovative tools and techniques. The UH project will focus on developing a new nutrient management strategy to grow crops in poor-quality soils with higher resistance to climate change.
University commemorates lives lost during solemn September 11th ceremony
By Houston Daily | Sep 11, 2024
The University of Houston community gathered this morning to pay tribute to the lives lost and forever changed by the tragic events of 9/11. Held at the World Trade Center Memorial on the south lawn of the Student Center, the solemn ceremony was a moment of reflection, remembrance, and unity. This day marked the 23rd anniversary of the attacks that shaped a generation.
Houston Texans launch new literacy program with HISD elementary schools
By Houston Daily | Sep 11, 2024
The Houston Texans and the Wade Smith Foundation have partnered to encourage HISD students to read through the Reading with the Pros program. This initiative will bring active Texans players into several HISD elementary schools twice a month to read to students, aiming to improve attendance and foster a lifelong love for reading.
University of Houston opens new $44 million dining center
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2024
The University of Houston has unveiled its latest addition to the campus dining scene, "The RAD." The Retail, Auxiliary and Dining Center, a 41,000 square foot facility costing $44 million, replaces the old Student Center Satellite. The new structure is designed to be above ground and less prone to flooding.
Dr. Diego Linares recognized as HISD's Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2024
This week’s Star Educator, Dr. Diego Linares, is a seasoned educator with experience helping schools meet their full potential. When Linares was named principal of Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center High School in 2022, he was more than prepared to help guide the school into a successful future.
Discovery at UH College of Pharmacy could advance treatments for spongy heart disease
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2024
University of Houston Associate Professor of Pharmacology Mingfu Wu has been awarded $2.6 million from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to further his research on how the heart forms in the womb. The findings may lead to the development of new medicines to fight left ventricular non-compaction (LVNC), also known as spongy heart disease. Most patients with LVNC will require heart transplants.
Astros Foundation partners with Oxy for HISD student supply giveaway
By Houston Daily | Sep 9, 2024
Fifth graders at Dogan Elementary received a surprise visit on Friday, Sept. 6, from representatives of Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) and the Astros Foundation. The event marked the start of the school year with donations of books and school supplies. Astros mascot Orbit entertained the students with games and music provided by a DJ.
University of Houston professor receives national leadership award
By Houston Daily | Sep 6, 2024
Michael Cottingham, associate professor at the University of Houston’s Department of Health and Human Performance, has been recognized with the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Community Leadership Award. This distinction celebrates Cottingham’s contributions to adaptive sports and his dedication to promoting inclusion and accessibility in physical activities for individuals with disabilities.
University of Houston rises significantly in Forbes' top colleges ranking
By Houston Daily | Sep 5, 2024
The University of Houston has ascended 22 spots to rank No. 46 among public universities on the latest Forbes list of America’s Top Colleges for 2025. The list showcases 500 institutions that offer the best educational, financial, and career outcomes for all students. Among all colleges and universities, UH rose 37 spots to land at No. 115, and Forbes ranks UH in the top 100 for research-focused universities, landing at No. 85.
University of Houston joins DOE’s new hub advancing battery technology
By Houston Daily | Sep 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced a $125 million investment for the creation of two Energy Innovation Hubs aimed at addressing pressing battery challenges and fostering next-generation technological advancements, including safety and high-energy density batteries made from abundant materials. The University of Houston (UH) is part of one such hub, the Energy Storage Research Alliance (ESRA).
HISD recognizes Stephanie Lugo as Star Educator for leadership in New Education System
By Houston Daily | Sep 3, 2024
Stephanie Lugo, principal of McGowen Elementary School, has been recognized as HISD’s Star Educator for her significant contributions to the New Education System (NES). Lugo was among the first principals to integrate a campus into NES, leading to notable progress for both students and staff.
University Of Houston School Of Theatre & Dance announces ambitious new season for '24-'25
By Houston Daily | Sep 3, 2024
The School of Theatre & Dance at the University of Houston’s Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts, under newly appointed director Sharon Ott, has announced its 2024-25 season featuring 11 productions.
University's new ad highlights breakthrough superconductivity research
By Houston Daily | Aug 30, 2024
The University of Houston has long been at the forefront of superconductivity research, pioneering advancements that have the potential to reshape the future. The University’s 2024-25 national commercial highlights this legacy of scientific innovation. Produced by the Division of University Marketing and Communications, the commercial features the groundbreaking work of Professor Paul C.W. Chu and his colleagues.
University partners with company for new K-12 educational program focusing on sports-inspired STEM learning
By Houston Daily | Aug 30, 2024
The University of Houston, Cougars Athletics, and ConocoPhillips are launching a new K-12 educational program that leverages sports to inspire the next generation of STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—students and leaders.
UH Chemistry Professor receives prestigious research award
By Houston Daily | Aug 29, 2024
Ognjen Miljanic, professor of chemistry at the University of Houston’s College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, has received a prestigious Cottrell Plus SEED (Singular Exceptional Endeavors of Discovery) Award from the Research Corporation for Science Advancement.
Survey finds Texans grappling with rising heat amid climate concerns
By Houston Daily | Aug 28, 2024
Texans are increasingly feeling the heat—literally and figuratively—as the latest Texas Trends survey by the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs and Texas Southern University’s Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs reveals. The survey highlights the growing impact of climate change on Texans, especially among lower-income communities and those who have experienced power outages.
HISD names Scott Platt as new principal of Love Elementary
By Houston Daily | Aug 27, 2024
Scott Platt was named principal of Love Elementary this year after completing his principal apprenticeship at Twain Elementary with HISD’s Principal Academy. This veteran teacher-turned-administrator is this week’s HISD Star Educator.
Patient-specific molds for improved breast reconstruction after cancer
By Houston Daily | Aug 27, 2024
Professor Fatima Merchant, department chair of engineering technology at the University of Houston, is part of a multi-institutional research team designing patient-specific molds for breast cancer patients undergoing reconstructive surgery after cancer treatment.
University of Houston study reveals challenges faced by evolving Texas teacher workforce
By Houston Daily | Aug 26, 2024
As K-12 students across Texas return to the classroom, some may not see the same teachers as in previous years. New research from the University of Houston’s College of Education, titled the “2024 Texas Teacher Workforce Report,” indicates that teacher retention has been declining over the past decade, with a decrease of approximately 6.4 percentage points between the 2012-13 and 2021-22 school years.