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October 23, 2026

Dr. Josiah Rector Recognized for Environmental Justice

Congratulations to Dr. Josiah Rector (Associate Professor of US Urban and Environmental History) on receiving the Kick Ass Award from the Texas Campaign for the Environment (TCE) in September 2026. Established in 1991, this nonprofit organization focuses on protecting public health, particularly in communities on the frontlines of industrial emissions, toxic waste, and flood risks. TCE also fights to protect endangered species and ecosystems on the Texas Gulf Coast.

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October 9, 2026

Arte Público Press Celebrates a Legacy of Latino Literature

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September 23, 2026

Investor's Business Daily draws on English professor's research

Dr. Karen Fang interviewed for a feature on Tyrus Wong, Chinese-American film animator.

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September 22, 2026

History PhD Students Wins Major Scholarship

Congratulations to Erin Faye Alvear on her award of a scholarship through the Texas Leadership Research Scholars program!

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September 22, 2026

Two UH History Faculty are Visiting Research Affiliates at IHS

Drs. N. L. A. Gharala and Alexey Golubev are visiting research affiliates at the Institute for Historical Studies at the University of Texas at Austin.

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September 16, 2026

UH CLASS Students Inspire Bellaire High Schoolers

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