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Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science — A bachelor's degree or bachelor’s is acceptable in any reference. See academic degrees for guidelines on when the abbreviations B.A. or B.S. are acceptable.
back-to-school, back to school — He bought back-to-school supplies. She went back to school.
back up (v.), backup (n. and adj.)
backward — Not backwards
bestseller, bestselling— No hyphen
biannual — Means twice a year and is a synonym for semiannual
Big 12— The Big 12 is part of the Power Five conference, which includes the Big Ten, Big 12, Atlantic Coast Conference, Southeaster Conference and Pac -12. Refer to the conference in writing initially as Big 12 Conference and thereafter Big 12. Do no reference the conference as Big XII.
bimonthly — means every other month. Semimonthly means twice a month.
biweekly — means every other week. Semiweekly means twice a week.
Board of Regents — The committee appointed by the state of Texas to oversee the effective operation of the University of Houston System. First references should include UH System Board of Regents. The UHS Board of Regents represents all universities within the UH System. Any reference to the UH Board of Regents is incorrect.
The Board of Regents consists of nine members who are appointed by the governor for a six-year term. The board’s student member is appointed for a one-year term. Always uppercase and use the full name on the first reference. On the second reference, the board can be used as a substitute. When referring to a member of the Board of Regents, refer to him or her as Regent followed by the last name.
boilerplate descriptions — It is customary to end news releases with a general statement about the University.
About the University of Houston
The University of Houston is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university recognized with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter for excellence in undergraduate education. UH serves the globally competitive Houston and Gulf Coast region by providing world-class faculty, experiential learning and strategic industry partnerships. Located in the nation’s fourth-largest city and one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse regions in the country, UH is a federally designated Hispanic- and Asian American-Serving institution with an enrollment of more than 47,000 students.About the University of Houston System
The University of Houston System (UHS) is the region’s largest provider of comprehensive university services, serving more than 72,000 students annually and producing a $7 billion impact on the Greater Houston economy each year. UHS includes four separate institutions — the University of Houston, University of Houston-Clear Lake, University of Houston-Downtown and University of Houston-Victoria — as well as several teaching centers across Greater Houston. Each university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. UHS also operates KUHF-FM, a National Public Radio station, and KUHT-TV, a PBS affiliate. For more information, see UHS.Americans with Disabilities Act Statement — The ADA statement should be used on invitations, announcements and marketing and promotional pieces for special events. Following is the standard statement; fill in the name or office, phone number and date accordingly.
Persons with disabilities who desire accommodations should contact [name or office] at [phone number] by [date].
or
The University of Houston is an equal opportunity institution. Accommodations on the basis of disability are available by calling [name or office] at [phone number] by [date].
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement — The following EEOC statement should be included in all UH brochures and advertisements. Any questions regarding this statement should be directed to the Office of Affirmative Action at 713-743-8835.
The University of Houston provides equal treatment and opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation, except where such distinction is required by law. This statement reflects compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and all other federal and state regulations.
The University of Houston is an EEO/AA institution.
Blaffer Art Museum — Founded in 1973, the Blaffer Art Museum endeavors to further the understanding of contemporary art through exhibitions, publications and public programs.
buildings — Unless it becomes awkward, do not abbreviate the names of the buildings on campus; capitalize the proper names and include the words building or hall if it is part of the proper name. See the full list of UH building names.