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UH Professor to Lead ‘Best and Brightest’ Scientists and Researchers in Texas
University of Houston Distinguished Professor of Petroleum Engineering Ganesh Thakur has been elected as the next vice president, and eventual president, of the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology (TAMEST). He will serve a two-year term as vice president beginning in 2023 before becoming president in 2025.
Texans Weigh In on $33 Billion State Budget Surplus
The expected $33 billion budget surplus gives state legislators a once-in-a-generation chance to make a considerable impact in Texans’ lives. In a UH Hobby School of Public Affairs survey, respondents stated their priorities – from boosting property tax exemptions and increasing school safety to skipping some state sales taxes, even saving part of the windfall.
K67 Exhibition at UH Features Restored Kiosk from Former Yugoslavia
What began as a passion project has become a full-fledged exhibition at the Blaffer Art Museum. Interior architecture assistant professor Dijana Handanović restored a rare K67 kiosk from war-torn former Yugoslavia.
On Campus: Postmodern Dance Performance While Dancers’ Brain Waves are Recorded
Furthering ongoing studies at the University of Houston on the effect of creativity on the brain, a free public showing of “The Slowest Wave/Butoh and The Brain,” will be held Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. at the University of Houston Student Center South Theater. The project is meant to foster connections and understanding between dancers, artists, scientists, engineers and audiences from around the world.
Expanding Gene Therapy for Rare Disease That Causes Blindness
A University of Houston researcher is expanding a method of gene therapy with the hopes it will restore vision loss in Usher Syndrome Type 2A, a rare genetic disease.
UH Offers Timely Hydrogen Economy Micro-Credentialing Course
As the world struggles to keep up with energy demands and create a supply that is affordable, accessible, reliable and clean, hydrogen has emerged as an important player in the energy transition arena. University of Houston, the Energy University, is offering a micro-credential program titled “The Hydrogen Economy” to meet the energy industry's workforce needs.
Featured Events
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Jan 26 6:00 pm
Kiosk K67: System for Urban Imagination Opening
Designed in 1966 by Sasa Machtig, K-67 kiosks were a central part of Yugoslavian daily life, serving as newspaper stands, coffee shops, flower shops, post offices, and more.
This installation of a restored K-67 Kiosk is on display at Blaffer Art Museum until March 12, hosting multiple temporary art exhibits.
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Feb 02 4:00 pm
Richard Gelwick Endowed Lecture
Berkeley Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky will deliver the 2023 Richard Gelwick Endowed Lecture for the Hobby School of Public Affairs on Feb. 2 at 4 p.m. in the Shamrock Ballroom at the University of Houston Hilton.
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Feb 02 6:00 pm
The Hair Salon Exhibition Opening
The Hair Salon, led by University of Houston Interim Director of Interior Architecture Sheryl Tucker de Vazquez, explores the generative potential of natural Black hair in the conception of architecture.
This exhibition is funded by the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts and supported by the University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design and the University of Houston African-American Studies Department. -
Feb 13 10:00 am
Ring Week
Ring Week will take place Monday, February 13th – Thursday, February 16th, 2023, at the UH Athletics-Alumni Center located at 3204 Cullen Blvd, Houston TX 77204, O’Quinn Great Hall, 1st floor. This is your opportunity to meet one on one with a Balfour representative and ask questions about ordering your UH Class Ring. Please RSVP!
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Feb 16 10:00 am
UH Hines College Career Fair
The University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture + Design and University Services are excited to host the 2023 Career Fair, now spanning two days!
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Apr 07 12:00 am
Equity Institute 2023
An annual one-day conference for students, faculty, and staff, Equity Institute allows participants to engage in transformative sessions that enhance their cultural knowledge. Participants must register to attend. Free and open to all.
UH Initiatives
The University of Houston is a powerhouse of innovation. UH has grown to service the city of Houston and beyond through our extensive educational offerings, partnerships with local businesses and contributions to the community. Explore more below about how we are cultivating the future through Energy, Health, Arts, and Athletics to create success for our students and alumni.
