In a remarkable demonstration of civic commitment and community spirit, the University of Houston (UH) has been officially designated as a Voter Friendly Campus. This prestigious recognition celebrates UH’s dedicated efforts to promote voter registration, education, and participation across its campus community.
Luqi Zhao, M.D., University of Houston College of Pharmacy postdoctoral research scientist in the Department of Pharmacological & Pharmaceutical Sciences (PPS), is working to uncover a new mechanism in left ventricular non-compaction. She has received a two-year, $163,864 postdoctoral fellowship from the American Heart Association to investigate the “Pathogenesis of acquired left ventricular non-compaction,” a rare and severe cardiomyopathy.
Emergencies can occur with little warning and one of the easiest and most effective ways to be prepared is to maintain a small supply of non-perishable food. February is Canned Food Month, and the Office of Emergency Management encourages students, faculty, and staff to keep canned goods in their preparedness kit.
For many students, being the first in their family to attend college comes with unique challenges — from navigating unfamiliar systems to finding mentors to building a support network.
The University of Houston is set to celebrate the grand opening of the Cougar Parent & Family Engagement Center (CPFEC) on February 25, 2026, marking an exciting milestone in the university’s commitment to supporting families, student parents, and campus supporters.
The University of Houston Division of Student Affairs is proud to share that Dr. Sara Jahansouz Wray, associate Dean of students, was recently featured in a new documentary about the Houston Recovery Center, produced by Empowered and hosted by Meg Ryan.
The Division of Student Affairs is pleased to announce that Dr. John K. Burk has joined the University of Houston as the new Director of Assessment and Planning. In this role, Dr. Burk will lead division-wide assessment, strategic planning, and continuous improvement efforts that support student success and data-informed decision-making.
The Division of Student Affairs is proud to recognize Cecilia Sun as the October 2025 Golden Paw Employee of the Month. As Assistant Director for training, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Cecilia’s exceptional organization, professionalism, and collaborative spirit have made a lasting impact on the department and the students it serves.