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Fight for Yale’s Future: DEI at universities has 'burdened free speech'
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 28, 2022
Fight for Yale’s Future, a private organization founded with goals to restore “light and truth” to Yale, tweeted a National Review article about the ongoing implementation of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at universities. One of Fight for Yale’s main tenants is to maintain free speech and academic integrity at the institution.
Houston Baptist University announces name change: 'Houston Christian University more accurately epitomizes our student body and reflects who we serve'
By John Suayan | Sep 21, 2022
Houston Baptist University (HBU) has renamed itself to Houston Christian University (HCU), per a school-issued press release.
Dean on entry-level employment agreement with aerospace giant: 'It’s a win-win for Boeing, for UHCL and for our students'
By John Suayan | Sep 20, 2022
Soon-to-be Arlington, Virginia-based aircraft manufacturer The Boeing Company has partnered with the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL) to have students participate in design and engineering projects, Houston NBC affiliate KPRC reported.
Finner on Heights High School incident: 'There was no active shooter'
By John Suayan | Sep 14, 2022
Authorities said that Tuesday’s incident at Heights High School wasn’t a shooting but a hoax, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Authorities respond to alleged shooting at Houston high school: 'At this time there are no confirmed injuries'
By John Suayan | Sep 13, 2022
Authorities responded to an alleged shooting at a school in Houston’s Greater Heights neighborhood on Tuesday, according to Houston-based media outlets’ reports.
Rice remembers iconic JFK speech: 'His call to action about the difficulty of the future moonshot endeavor got my attention'
By John Suayan | Sep 12, 2022
A private Houston university is looking back on its role in one of the most iconic speeches made by a U.S. president.
UST on former business school dean: 'He is moving on to the next chapter of his life'
By John Suayan | Aug 18, 2022
A private Catholic university in Houston has announced the resignation of one of its deans, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Morath on first TEA ratings since 2019: 'Statewide policy in Texas continues to remain focused on meeting the needs of students'
By John Suayan | Aug 16, 2022
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its first public school A–F accountability ratings on Monday since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
UH warns against bogus online school: 'No way affiliated with this Houston University of Science and Technology website'
By John Suayan | Aug 11, 2022
The University of Houston (UH) has warned the public about a bogus online university that bares a similar-sounding name, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
DesRoches on late Rice music professor: 'His impact on the school’s incredible trajectory is immeasurable'
By John Suayan | Aug 10, 2022
Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music is mourning the loss of Larry Rachleff, the longtime conductor of its symphony and chamber orchestras.
Khator on passing of UH live mascot: 'The legacy lives on'
By John Suayan | Aug 8, 2022
Shasta VI, the live cougar mascot of the University of Houston (UH), died from a progressive spinal disease on Thursday, a university-issued press release said.
Crumpton-Young on transfer agreement: 'Our cooperative effort with Houston Community College provides an accelerated pathway for students'
By John Suayan | Jul 27, 2022
Texas Southern University (TSU) and Houston Community College (HCC) reached a transfer agreement on Tuesday, per a university-issued press release.
Superintendent at school safety summit: 'We need to make sure we train all the people in the boat'
By John Suayan | Jul 27, 2022
Two Houston-area public school districts, along with representatives from the U.S. Secret Service, hosted a school safety seminar, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Teen on graduating from Sam Houston State: 'As long as you keep trying, you will eventually reach your goal'
By John Suayan | Jul 19, 2022
Fifteen is an age when most adolescents are learning how to drive and navigating their sophomore year of high school.
TSU, NASA form STEM career partnership: 'It's an honor because it affords our opportunity to showcase their talent and abilities'
By John Suayan | Jul 7, 2022
A partnership between Texas Southern University (TSU) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) will provide students expanded opportunities for education, workforce development and research, per a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Leebron on new Rice international campus: 'The Paris location offers an incredible range of opportunities'
By John Suayan | Jun 30, 2022
Officials from Rice University, the City of Houston and other entities participated in the ceremonial launch of Rice’s new international campus in Paris on Wednesday.
Father alleges HISD educator took son to drag show: 'We are supposed to trust teachers'
By John Suayan | Jun 14, 2022
A Houston Independent School District (HISD) parent has alleged one of its teachers took his teenage son to a drag show, Houston CBS affiliate KHOU reported.
TAMU's Banks on $50 million gift from Buc-ee's founder: 'He remains connected to his university'
By John Suayan | Jun 8, 2022
The owner of what's arguably Texas's most popular convenience store has given back to his alma mater, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Tony Awards to recognize Houston drama teacher: 'I'm very grateful for this honor'
By John Suayan | Jun 3, 2022
A drama teacher in the Aldine Independent School District (AISD) will make the trip to New York City to be recognized at this year's Tony Awards, according to an Associated Press (AP) report that was ran by Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Tomball ISD superintendent on students killed in Leon County: 'There are no words'
By John Suayan | Jun 3, 2022
A northwest Harris County school district said four of its students were among the five people found dead in a vacation home in Leon County on Thursday (June 2), authorities said, per Houston-based media outlets.