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DesRoches to 2023 Rice graduates: 'You have accomplished a great thing and are now free to use your knowledge and expertise'
By John Suayan | May 8, 2023
Rice University President Dr. Reginald DesRoches presided over his first commencement ceremony at the Houston private research university, according to a school-issued press release.
UT System Board of Regents chair: Chicago researcher Reiser 'our top choice to provide leadership to UTMB'
By John Suayan | May 2, 2023
The University of Texas (UT) System announced on Thursday that Dr. Jochen Reiser is the lone finalist for the position of president of the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, according to a press release.
Galveston superintendent: Comments at groundbreaking 'were not made to insult any female, but thank them for all of their hard work'
By John Suayan | May 2, 2023
The head of the Galveston Independent School District (GISD) asserted that he meant no harm when he referenced a group of women during a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the new campus for the city’s lone public high school on April 26, according to an article in The Galveston County Daily News.
Sen. Creighton: 'Texas leads the entire nation with the boldest legislation to end DEI' with SB17
By Sam Jackson | May 1, 2023
Sen. Brandon Creighton said Texas now "leads the entire nation" in education diversity with the passage of a new bill to eliminate offices of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) from college campuses.
Cleveland Independent School District superintendent: Clear backpack policy 'to ensure the safest environment for your children'
By John Suayan | Apr 28, 2023
A public school district that’s some 50 miles northeast of Houston recently required its students to use clear backpacks as a safety precaution, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
DesRoches on national rankings for Rice graduate programs: 'A reflection of the quality of faculty, staff and students'
By John Suayan | Apr 27, 2023
A private university in Houston had several graduate programs place on the newly published U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools” rankings, according to a press release.
Trustees approve redistricting map that 'actually rebalances [HCC] as a system'
By John Suayan | Apr 25, 2023
The Houston Community College (HCC) Board of Trustees voted 8-1 to approve a new voter map at its Wednesday, April 19 meeting, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Frank Carrera Jr.
By Houston Daily Report | Apr 25, 2023
August 24, 1953 - April 23, 2023 (69 years old)
Glenna Faye Blomer
By Houston Daily Report | Apr 25, 2023
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Eligio Benavides Jr.
By Houston Daily Report | Apr 25, 2023
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MD Anderson researcher: If cancer vaccine proves successful, 'we can be bringing this new treatment to patients across the world'
By John Suayan | Apr 24, 2023
The University of Texas (UT) MD Anderson Cancer Center announced on Tuesday, April 18 that it has been chosen to participate in the third phase of a cancer vaccine clinical trial, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Houston's St. John's School math team advances to finals of M3 Challenge, calls competition 'exhilarating'
By Houston Daily Report | Apr 22, 2023
A group of students from St. John's School in Houston participated in an international online math modeling competition for 14 hours straight in early March.
EdChoice poll finds Black parents "look favorably" on ESAs post-pandemic
By Houston Daily Report | Apr 22, 2023
Nonprofit news organization The 74 recently published a report on an EdChoice poll that found Black families are interested in other schooling options including vouchers and Education Savings Accounts (ESAs).
Spring Branch superintendent Blaine on lawmakers' proposal for basic student allotment: 'It sends the message that our efforts have not been taken seriously'
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023
A Houston-area public school district warned parents in writing earlier this month that it could shave $50 million from the upcoming academic year’s budget, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Maldonado on new bachelor's-level degree programs: 'We give students an opportunity to start and complete their four-year education' at HCC
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023
Houston Community College (HCC) will begin the next academic year with two new bachelor's-level degree programs to offer, according to a Community Impact article that was run by ABC affiliate KTRK.
Rice University administrator on newly hired research compliance expert: 'A keen, high-capacity leader'
By John Suayan | Apr 11, 2023
Rice University recently hired Dr. Michelle “Mickey” Stevenson as its new assistant vice president for research integrity, according to a press release.
Morath: 'Exciting to see so many Houstonians express a willingness to help move the school system forward'
By John Suayan | Apr 11, 2023
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) said it has received nearly 400 applications for the Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board of Managers, per Houston-based media outlets’ reports.
Over 4,000 people attended the historic HBCU All Star Game on April 2nd at Texas Southern University
By Press Release | Apr 6, 2023
With lines from the arena doors to the parking lot, Houston basketball and HBCU fans showed up and showed out in support of the 2nd Annual CBS Live Streamed HBCU All-Star Game on Sunday, April 2nd.
Abbott on ‘Parent Empowerment’ tour: ‘School choice will help every parent in Texas choose the best education opportunity for their child’
By Houston Daily Report | Apr 3, 2023
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has visited several Texas towns on his “Parent Empowerment” tour, holding rallies to speak about various issues, including his support of education savings account (ESA) legislation.
Mother on support for Spring Branch Independent School District book ban: 'It's about what's educationally suitable for our children'
By John Suayan | Apr 3, 2023
A Houston-area public school district’s board of trustees voted late last month to assume responsibility of determining which books are prohibited in campus libraries, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.