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Big 12 Conference honors Zhifeng Ren among first Faculty of Year Award winners
By Houston Daily | Nov 11, 2024
Zhifeng Ren, a physics professor at the University of Houston (UH), has been named one of the first-ever recipients of the Big 12 Faculty of the Year Award.
HISD honors Janite Grooms as Star Educator for her dedication to ESL students
By Houston Daily | Nov 11, 2024
Janite Grooms, an English and ESL teacher at Wisdom High School, has been recognized as this week's Star Educator.
Houston GPS Executive Director Garcia: 'We face a setback in our efforts to meet the needs of thousands of students
By Houston Daily | Nov 8, 2024
Veronica Garcia, executive director of Houstonians for Great Public Schools (Houston GPS), described the defeat of the Houston Independent School District’s (HISD) bond proposal at the ballot box on Election Day as "a setback for the thousands of...
Good Reason Houston CEO Wright: 'We are deeply disappointed that the HISD bond measure did not pass'
By Houston Daily | Nov 8, 2024
Cary Wright, Chief Executive Officer of the Houston-based education non-profit organization Good Reason Houston, expressed disappointment over the failure of the Houston Independent School District’s (HISD) bond measure at the ballot box.
University of Houston alumna leads low carbon initiatives at NOV Inc
By Houston Daily | Nov 7, 2024
Kamalpreet Kaur, a recent graduate from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, is currently serving as the commercial leader for low carbon solutions, CCUS, and hydrogen at NOV Inc. The company provides...
University of Houston named Fulbright HSI leader for fourth consecutive year
By Houston Daily | Nov 4, 2024
The University of Houston (UH) has been recognized as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader for 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year it has received this designation from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational...
HISD celebrates one year of serving families through Sunrise Centers
By Houston Daily | Nov 4, 2024
November 1, 2024, marked the first anniversary of the Houston Independent School District's (HISD) seven Sunrise Centers.
HISD highlights teacher Xenia Kaniouras' role in school's improved rating
By Houston Daily | Nov 4, 2024
Houston Independent School District's Highland Heights Elementary has made significant progress under the New Education System, improving its rating from a D to a B within a year.
Houston GPS joins other civic organizations in calling for support for HISD bond package
By Houston Daily | Nov 2, 2024
Houstonians for Great Public Schools (Houston GPS) is among several civic organizations urging Houston residents to support the Houston Independent School District's (HISD) Proposition A and Proposition B, which are set for a vote in the November...
University of Houston Athletics introduces 'Houston Blue' uniforms
By Houston Daily | Nov 1, 2024
The University of Houston Athletics has announced the introduction of "Houston Blue" into its uniform selections, a tribute to the City of Houston.
Texas Supreme Court holds session at University of Houston Law Center
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
For the first time in seven years, the Texas Supreme Court held oral arguments at the University of Houston Law Center.
Hurricane Beryl causes significant erosion on Texas coast
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
Geologists from the University of Houston have published a study showing significant erosion and shoreline retreat along the Texas coast due to Hurricane Beryl.
University experts discuss challenges and opportunities in carbon dioxide removal strategies
By Houston Daily | Oct 29, 2024
In the ongoing global effort to combat climate change, carbon dioxide removal (CDR) has become a significant strategy.
HISD recognizes Principal Lisa Hernandez as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Oct 29, 2024
Principal Lisa Hernandez of Briarmeadow Charter School has been recognized as this week's HISD Star Educator.
Mobile app trial targets smoking cessation for Black adults living with HIV
By Houston Daily | Oct 28, 2024
Lorra Garey, a research associate professor in the Department of Psychology and affiliate of the University of Houston Health Research Institute, has obtained a $4.7 million grant from the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities.
University of Houston unveils redesigned wellness center focused on student well-being
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
The University of Houston has unveiled its newly redesigned Wellness Center, featuring a series of thoughtful changes aimed at creating an atmosphere of relaxation. The redesign includes dimmed and natural lighting, calming cool tones on the walls, and cozy bean bags that invite rest.
University of Houston engineers develop AI model for pandemic prediction
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
A team of engineers from the University of Houston has developed an AI model to analyze the impact of international air travel on the spread of COVID-19. The study, published in Nature, highlights regions such as Western Europe, the Middle East, and North America as significant contributors to the pandemic due to their high volume of outgoing flights.
Survey shows Texas voters' divided views on election integrity
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
A recent survey by the Hobby School for Public Affairs at the University of Houston has revealed mixed sentiments among Texas voters regarding election integrity. While two-thirds express confidence in the fairness and accuracy of the upcoming U.S. presidential election, many harbor concerns about potential fraud, accurate mail ballot counting, non-citizen voting, and other electoral threats.
University of Houston welcomes seven new members to its Board of Visitors
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
The University of Houston has announced the addition of seven new members to its Board of Visitors for the 2024-25 academic year. These appointments, made by UH President Renu Khator, began on September 1 and aim to enhance the university's brand and reputation.
University of Houston researchers receive funding boost for superconductivity study
By Houston Daily | Oct 22, 2024
Researchers at the Texas Center for Superconductivity at the University of Houston have secured additional funding from Intellectual Ventures to advance their study on superconductivity. The project, led by Paul C.W. Chu and Liangzi Deng, has received $767,000 in funding so far.