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June 9, 2025

University of Houston Earns “Voter Friendly Campus” Title for Championing Civic Engagement

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.

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May 7, 2026

New UH Tool Measures Whether Lactating Mothers’ Psychological Needs are Being Met

Breastfeeding has long been seen as a powerful way to nurture a newborn’s health, yet many new moms struggle to continue, often due to overlooked psychological challenges. To better understand this, Kelsie Barta, an assistant professor of nursing at the Andy & Barbara Gessner College of Nursing, has created a scale that measures whether lactating mothers’ psychological needs are being met, providing a tool to improve both breastfeeding outcomes and postpartum well-being.

May 7, 2026

Mark Goldberg Wins AJA Fellowship

History faculty member Dr. Mark Goldberg has achieved national recognition for his latest research project exploring what it meant to be Cuban and Jewish in the mid-twentieth century.

May 7, 2026

UH’s Katy Campus Brings Business Leaders Together To Shape Workforce Programs

The University of Houston hosted two roundtable discussions this spring at its Katy campus, bringing together business and industry leaders to discuss workforce needs and how academic programs can better align with the region.

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May 7, 2026

Golden Paw Spotlight: Cloe Bourdages – March 2026 Winner

The Division of Student Affairs is happy to recognize Cloe Bourdages, Assistant Dean of Students with the Dean of Students Office, as the March 2026 Golden Paw Employee of the Month.

April 29, 2026

Welcoming Elysia Huereca as the Sexual Misconduct Support Services Program Manager

The Division of Student Affairs at the University of Houston proudly welcomes Elysia Huereca as the Sexual Misconduct Support Services Program Manager, a role that is vital to advancing a campus culture rooted in safety, respect, and care.

April 29, 2026

Celebrating Strength, Legacy, and Love: Cougar Parent & Family Engagement Center, in Partnership with the Children’s Learning Center, Hosts Inaugural Parenting Student Graduation

At the University of Houston, student success takes many forms—but for parenting students, the journey to graduation often carries an added layer of responsibility, resilience, and sacrifice.

April 16, 2026

First-Generation Students Thrive at UH Empowerment Event

The University of Houston’s Center for Student Empowerment recently hosted an inspiring event designed to equip first-generation students with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive. The event brought together students, staff, and key campus partners for a day of connection, learning, and empowerment.

April 16, 2026

CSE Field Day Returns: Bigger, Louder, and More Unforgettable Than Ever

Hosted by the Center for Student Empowerment, this annual celebration returns on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Lynn Eusan Park, promising an afternoon packed with games, laughter, and Cougar pride.

April 3, 2026

University of Houston Celebrates Centennial Hall Top Out Milestone