CITE Students Develop ‘Must Read’ Projects for Houston Families
For four semesters, Anne Katz, clinical associate professor of curriculum and instruction at the University of Houston’s College of Education, has guided UH education students—all early childhood pre-service teachers —in developing literacy projects that parents can share with their children. USIP Students Manage Experiments at Auroral Research Program
University of Houston physics students lead groundbreaking experiments at the High-Frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP) in Alaska, delving into the mysteries of the Earth's upper atmosphere. Their research, which included studying light scattering and analyzing airglow spectra, contributes to a deeper understanding of atmospheric dynamics and ionospheric phenomena.
FieldGeo Program Invites Undergraduates To See Rock Formations The Way Geologists Do
Undergraduates in geology are getting hands-on with a $1 million NSF grant for FieldGeo. Led by Prof. Peter Copeland at UH, students explore rock formations in field trips funded until 2027. The program, born from GeoSociety, includes teachHOUSTON and Wharton County Junior College collaboration. Inclusive and fully funded, it sparks passion for geoscience and trains future teachers, contributing to STEM education.
Two-Time exCITE Talks Finalist Profiled
Mielad Ziaee, despite his young age, has already been selected for prestigious programs like the NIH's All of Us Research Scholar Program, and has conducted impactful research at institutions like Johns Hopkins University. His passion for improving healthcare access drives his success, as he seizes every opportunity to make a difference. Ziaee's story serves as an inspiration for aspiring scholars everywhere.
Recent Graduate Develops 3D Printable Prostheses To Restore Amputees’ Finger Mobility
Recent graduate David Edquilang’s groundbreaking, easy-to-use 3D printable finger prosthesis could offer amputees a low-cost solution to restore finger functionality. Edquilang’s UH mentor, Associate Professor Jeff Feng, received a CITE grant to support student work in Adaptive Design Experimentation. Unveiling Career Insights: UH Students Shine at exCITE Talks
University of Houston students shine at the fifth annual exCITE Talks competition, showcasing their experiential learning experiences in impactful presentations. Topics include work-life balance, community engagement, and mental health awareness, reflecting a strong focus on personal growth. The article highlights the university's dedication to experiential learning and its positive influence on students' career readiness.
NSM Students Dominate 2023 exCITE Talks Final Round
Five NSM undergraduates shone at the 2023 UH exCITE Talks competition, with three winners. Rosemarie Le conducted neuroscience research in Switzerland, Arushi Dheer combined art and medicine, and Paul Daniel researched cancer treatments. Danielle Henry focused on pediatric oncology, and Annan Khan studied environmental science at NASA. These experiences greatly impacted their development.
World Cultures & Literatures Interns Leave Positive Mark on Houston
The University of Houston's World Cultures and Literatures program organized impactful summer internships for undergraduate students at Houston's cultural institutions. Through hands-on experiences, students contributed to various projects and gained valuable skills, leaving a positive mark on the city's arts and culture scene. CITE funding supports the academic year World Cultures and Languages Internship program.
