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University of Houston-Downtown's Blanchard on late former interim president: 'His passion for UHD and its mission was something made clear by his unyielding work'
By John Suayan | Apr 26, 2022
The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is mourning the loss of its former interim president, Dr. Michael A. Olivas. Olivas died on Friday (April 22), according to UHD's official Twitter account.
University of Houston researcher on new cancer-fighting method: 'It will actively search for circulating tumor cells in the blood'
By John Suayan | Apr 21, 2022
A team of researchers at the University of Houston have been developing a new way to locate tumor cells in the blood that could replace imaging and biopsies, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
West Janisch Health Care's Mustafa on nursing scholarships: 'It is our honor to contribute to the upcoming generation of health care heroes'
By John Suayan | Apr 14, 2022
A Houston-based senior living provider has awarded 35 students enrolled in the nursing program at San Jacinto College (SJC) with scholarships, according to a press release. West Janisch Health Care Center presented SJC with a $17,500 check to cover the scholarships, the release said.
Houston area teacher: 'My teacher’s genuine desire to educate us inspired me to become one of them'
By John Kelly | Apr 14, 2022
Teacher Corazon Briones-Flores believes that small moments she experiences as a teacher are worthy of remembrance, such as when parents express their gratitude or when students learn English for the first time.
Ludwick on new UST tuition-free initiative for eligible freshmen: 'It’s a huge opportunity at no cost to these students'
By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2022
A private Catholic university in Houston has launched a new initiative that will cover the tuition and fees of eligible full-time freshmen students enrolled for the upcoming fall semester, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC. According to the University of St. Thomas-Houston (UST), its St. Thomas Promise program is open to students of all faiths and seeks to meet the needs of families who are financially struggling.
Sharp on free tuition for Ukrainian Texas A&M students: 'Our students from Ukraine are in a unique, sad and difficult position'
By John Suayan | Mar 30, 2022
Ukrainian students attending any of its 11 campuses and research centers will have their tuition covered in light of the war in their native country, Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp said, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Kallinen on Pledge of Allegiance lawsuit settlement: 'She is very relieved it's all over and feels vindicated'
By John Suayan | Mar 30, 2022
A five-year-old federal lawsuit alleging that a Klein Independent School District high school student was subjected to harassment after she refused to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance on Tuesday (March 29) concluded in a $90,000 settlement reached in favor of the plaintiff, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
High court on Houston Community College trustee's First Amendment case: 'SCOTUS unanimously rejects the man's claim that the censure was unconstitutional retaliation for his speech'
By John Suayan | Mar 25, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against a Houston-area community college board member on Thursday (March 24) who pursued legal action on claims a censure against him violated his First Amendment rights, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
McKeon on TMC construction milestone: 'An integral milestone in the future of life science research and innovation'
By John Suayan | Mar 22, 2022
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner joined the Texas Medical Center Tuesday (March 22) in celebrating a major milestone in the construction of the health care district's new TMC3 Collaborative Building, Houston NBC affiliate KPRC reported. According to KPRC, Turner helped mark the topping-out of the joint research building more than a year after ground was broken on the project.
Klein Independent School District on sexual assault lawsuit: 'Allegations of misconduct are always fully investigated'
By John Suayan | Mar 22, 2022
The mother of a male student who attends school in the Klein Independent School District (KISD) has filed a federal lawsuit on claims the north Harris County ISD didn't respond after her son was allegedly sexually assaulted at school, according to a report from Houston ABC affiliate KTRK. Court documents assert that KISD failed to notify police about the incident.
Houston teacher reflects on job highlights, lessons: 'This job definitely keeps me on my toes'
By Solange DeLisle | Mar 17, 2022
Thinking on her feet, learning where to pick her battles, and establishing trusting relationships with her students are all crucial elements that Marjorie Yap has learned as an educator in the Houston Independent School District.
Agrawal on UH traffic study: 'They’re not used to that kind of intersection'
By John Suayan | Mar 17, 2022
A University of Houston study has determined which 10 intersections in the City of Houston present the most dangers to motorists, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
'Our students deserve more, and we must provide it for them': Simmons to vacate Prairie View presidency
By John Suayan | Mar 15, 2022
Incumbent Prairie View A&M University President Dr. Ruth J. Simmons is stepping down from the position.
'The demands are clear': Houston community colleges among 140 institutions in Amazon education partnership
By John Suayan | Mar 7, 2022
A pair of Houston community colleges are among the over 140 institutions that have partnered with Seattle-based online retail giant Amazon to fully fund the tuition for the company’s 750,000 hourly employees, according to a press release.
Stevenson Middle School teacher Teela Murphy 'encourages students to be inquisitive, use their voice, take challenges head-on'
By David Beasley | Feb 25, 2022
As the daughter of a military family, Teela Murphy changed schools often, giving her a unique perspective on education.
'That bus driver totally avoided an unimaginable tragedy': Employee's actions save Dickinson students
By John Suayan | Feb 25, 2022
The actions of a Dickinson Independent School District bus driver during the afternoon of Feb. 23 saved the lives of the students aboard.
'It gives them another opportunity': Mystros Barbering Academy trains Westfield High School students to be fully licensed barbers
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 18, 2022
A new barbering program at a north Houston high school is giving students the opportunity to become fully licensed professional barbers.
'A meaningful vote of confidence': Communities in Schools Houston receives $13 million
By Art Benavidez | Feb 12, 2022
Communities in Schools (CIS) of Houston will be the recipient of $13 million donation from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
'Teachers, you are doing amazing': Shadydale teacher shares her classroom experience amidst the pandemic
By Ariana Chiarenza | Feb 4, 2022
Shadydale Elementary teacher Naketa Watts shared her wish as an educator to give students the best learning experience possible while caring for them holistically.
'We emphasize learning by doing': Rice University students discover new wasp
By Karen Kidd | Feb 4, 2022
The recently announced discovery of a new wasp species by biologists on the campus at Rice University received a most appropriate name, the team's lead said in a news release.