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Baker Hughes Foundation awards $100K to University of Houston Energy Transition Institute
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 10, 2023
The Baker Hughes Foundation is awarding a $100,000 grant to the University of Houston Energy Transition Institute (ETI) for the advancement of environmental justice research and workforce development initiatives, according to a press release. The ETI strives to achieve accessible, affordable and environmentally responsible energy solutions for all while emphasizing fairness and equity.
Texas A&M Chancellor Sharp comments on school controversies
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 7, 2023
Texas A&M University System Chanceller John Sharp penned an editorial that was distributed to numerous media outlets in which he addressed the alleged controversies surrounding a former journalism program hire and a pharmacy professor. Last week, Texas A&M University System Chanceller John Sharp issued an editorial that was distributed to numerous media outlets in which he addressed the alleged controversies surrounding a former journalism program hire and a pharmacy professor.
HCC observes partnership between Coleman College campus and HCA Houston Healthcare
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
Houston Community College (HCC) recently observed the one-year mark of the partnership between its Coleman College for Health Sciences campus and HCA Houston Healthcare, with officials from both entities touting its successes.
Houston Independent School District: 'Superintendent Miles is previewing the new teacher evaluation system'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 27, 2023
As part of plans to revitalize the Houston school system, Superintendent F. Mike Miles is sharing information about teacher evaluation at the New Education System (NES) Schools in the district and would like public input.
Rice's Rodriguez: 'The online MBA has grown enrollment and contributed to the culture of the school'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 26, 2023
The fifth anniversary of Rice University's online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is being observed this month. The online MBA has become the fastest growing program at the Houston, Texas university's Jones Graduate School of Business since its 2018 launch.
Interim Police Chief: 'Our goal at HISD PD is to recruit officers that support protecting and serving students, staff, and the community'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 25, 2023
Houston Independent School District (HISD) is looking for qualified police officers and is increasing the starting pay to join their team, according to a news release issued last week
'I must retire immediately': Banks resigns, Welsh named acting president of Texas A&M University
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 24, 2023
Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp announced the departure of Dr. Katherine Banks as president of the university on July 21.
Turner: 'The City of Houston is proud to champion these opportunities for our children and youth'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 21, 2023
Mayor Sylvester Turner is celebrating the city’s recent achievement of becoming an official partner in the nationwide Engage Every Student Program. The Office of Education and Youth Engagement under Mayor Turner was one of the latest additions to the program focused on creating afterschool programs and extracurricular opportunities for students.
Miles on job cuts for largest school district in Texas: This is about making sure 'we right-size' and 'work most efficiently'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 19, 2023
Significant changes are underway within the Houston Independent School District including a reduction in the workforce that will lead to hundreds of jobs in the district’s central office being cut.
Newly appointed HCC interim chancellor Ford Fisher: 'What we’re going to do is focus on a talent-strong Houston and also a talent-strong Texas'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 19, 2023
The Houston Community College (HCC) Board of Trustees unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher as the system’s interim chancellor at a special meeting held on July 11.
Houston Superintendent Mike Miles: This is an attempt 'to help kids get a better education'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 17, 2023
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles assured parents during a July 12 meeting that his New Education System Aligned (NESA) reform program aims to benefit every child, as the initiative has added 57 new campuses.
Morrison to step down as MISD superintendent: 'My time in Montgomery truly has been an amazing journey'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 16, 2023
Montgomery Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Heath Morrison recently announced he will step down from his position.
Michael Stoma: "We feel it is critically important to have a smooth transition to ensure our students, faculty and staff receive the leadership they deserve.”
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 13, 2023
Lone Star College is searching for a chancellor who will continue the institution's positive impact, Michael Stoma, Board of Trustees Chair, said. His remarks were made in response to the announced retirement of Stephen Head, the current Chancellor, reported by the college on July 3.
UH-Downtown associate dean on new scholarship to assist business majors: 'We are so grateful to the C.T. Bauer Foundation for its continued support of and belief in our students'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 29, 2023
Dr. Justo Manrique, the associate dean of the Marilyn Davies College of Business at the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD), expressed gratitude on Tuesday for scholarship funding intended to assist undergraduates majoring in business, praising the C.T. Bauer Foundation for its support, according to a report from Houston CW affiliate KIAH.
Slim Thug: 'The Checkers HTX Sweepstakes is a great opportunity for students to win college essential items'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 26, 2023
Rapper Slim Thug recently praised the initiative of Checkers, a popular French Fry Restaurant, for their "Off To College Sweepstakes" aimed at serving the community and assisting students.
Miles on Destination 2035 initiative: 'We have to work differently'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 23, 2023
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board of Managers held its third meeting since the Texas Education Agency (TEA) takeover on Thursday in which it unanimously approved Superintendent Mike Miles’ $2.2 billion budget for the 2023-2024 academic year, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
TSU assistant professor on Juneteenth: 'It’s a day of jubilation'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 19, 2023
Monday marks three years since Juneteenth became a federal holiday, but the date commemorating the public reading of the Emancipation Proclamation from the balcony of a stately Galveston mansion has been celebrated for decades.
Wendi Elizabeth Lebrocq
By Houston Daily Today Report | Jun 15, 2023
January 29, 1971 - June 3, 2023
Hugh L. McCulley
By Houston Daily Today Report | Jun 15, 2023
July 31, 1947 - June 10, 2023
Aldine ISD police chief on officer's graduation from FBI National Academy: 'I am very proud of his outstanding accomplishment'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 15, 2023
A member of the Aldine Independent School District (AISD) Police Department graduated with the 286th class of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy (FBINA), per a district-issued press release.