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HISD recognizes Dana Darden as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2024
Dana Darden, principal of Benbrook Elementary School for 18 years, has been recognized as the HISD Star Educator.
Houston Zoo hosts University of Houston's Guarding of the Rings tradition
By Houston Daily | Dec 5, 2024
University of Houston students, alumni, and guests are set to take part in the "Guarding of the Rings" tradition on Friday, December 6, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Houston Zoo.
University of Houston partners with Knack Tutoring for online academic support
By Houston Daily | Dec 3, 2024
Finals are approaching at the University of Houston, and many students are expected to use tutoring and academic support services.
Houston's vulnerability highlights need for modernized power grid technology
By Houston Daily | Dec 3, 2024
When Hurricane Beryl struck Houston in July, it resulted in significant damage to trees and utility poles, leaving over two million households without power.
HISD honors Cynthia Requena Renteria as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Dec 3, 2024
Cynthia Requena Renteria, a first-grade teacher at Benbrook Elementary School, has been recognized as this week's HISD Star Educator.
India launches first doctor of nursing practice programs with US collaboration
By Houston Daily | Dec 2, 2024
With the support of the University of Houston's Andy & Barbara Gessner College of Nursing, two Indian universities have introduced the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree.
University of Houston System elects new board officers for FY2025
By Houston Daily | Nov 27, 2024
The University of Houston System Board of Regents has announced its leadership team for the fiscal year 2025.
Good Reason Houston to host live webinar on upcoming legislative session's impact on local public education
By Houston Daily | Nov 26, 2024
Education non-profit organization Good Reason Houston (GRH) is set to host a live webinar examining the impact of the 89th Texas legislative session on local public education.
University of Houston's Gessner College ranks No.1 nationally by NCSBN
By Houston Daily | Nov 25, 2024
The University of Houston's Andy & Barbara Gessner College of Nursing has achieved a significant milestone by being ranked No. 1 in the nation across several categories, according to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
HISD highlights principal Alvaro Montelongo's achievements
By Houston Daily | Nov 22, 2024
Alvaro Montelongo, Jr., principal of Scarborough High School, is making significant strides in his second year of transformation at the school.
University of Houston receives NIH grant for developing AI health tools
By Houston Daily | Nov 21, 2024
The National Institutes of Health has granted a team at the University of Houston $500,000 to develop artificial intelligence tools aimed at improving health behaviors and outcomes in underserved communities.
HISD partners with community to support families over holiday break
By Houston Daily | Nov 20, 2024
HISD and its community partners are collaborating to provide support for families during the holiday break.
Wolff Center maintains top ranking among undergraduate entrepreneur programs
By Houston Daily | Nov 20, 2024
The Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Houston has been recognized as the top undergraduate program for entrepreneurs in the United States by The Princeton Review.
HISD recognizes Yurixi Rojas as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Nov 18, 2024
Yurixi Rojas, an English and ESL teacher at Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center High School, has been recognized as this week's Star Educator by the Houston Independent School District (HISD).
University launches 'Houston Blue' merchandise celebrating city's historic color
By Houston Daily | Nov 18, 2024
The University of Houston (UH) has launched the "Houston Blue" merchandise collection, now available at major retail outlets.
Study finds online gamers develop valuable workplace skills
By Houston Daily | Nov 18, 2024
A recent study published in the journal Human Resource Development International challenges the negative perceptions surrounding online gaming.
Vincent Tam receives NIH grant for antibiotic-resistant superbug research
By Houston Daily | Nov 14, 2024
Gram-negative bacteria present a significant challenge to global health due to their resistance to multiple antibiotics, as reported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
University receives $3.6M grant for microreactor converting CO2 to methanol
By Houston Daily | Nov 13, 2024
The University of Houston and SRI have been awarded $3.6 million by the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy to develop a microreactor aimed at converting carbon dioxide into methanol using renewable energy.
Harris County residents demand better storm preparation from utilities
By Houston Daily | Nov 13, 2024
Harris County residents have expressed significant concerns about electricity reliability, according to a survey conducted by the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston.
University of Houston's entrepreneurship center ranks No.1 again
By Houston Daily | Nov 12, 2024
The Cyvia and Melvyn Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Houston has been named the top entrepreneurship program for undergraduate students in the United States, according to the 2025 Princeton Review rankings.