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UH Medical Student Earns National Surgery Grant, Launching Research Career

Amid the demands of medical school, third-year student Brendan Rosamond took an unexpected step onto the national stage of surgical research. In summer 2023, he became the inaugural recipient of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) Surgery – Colorectal Opportunity in Research (DISCOveR) Grant.

More than 3,300 People are Homeless in the Houston Area in 2025, According to Newly Released Figures

During the annual point-in-time count by the Coalition for the Homeless, nearly 1,300 people slept on Houston-area streets and more than 2,000 stayed in shelters. The figure marks a slight increase from 2024, when just under 3,300 people were counted as homeless.

On Top of the World: UH Professor Helps Nepal Reach New Heights in Health Care

Dr. Lani Ackerman, a professor at the University of Houston's Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine, is helping Nepal reach new heights in health care.

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2025 White Coat Ceremony

July 26 at 10:00 A.M., the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine hosts the 2025 White Coat Ceremony and welcomes the incoming Class of 2029 as they don their white coats, a symbol of their position as medical students. They will take the stage and pledge their oaths at the outset of their incredible journey through post graduate studies. The entire College is filled with pride and excitement for the Class of 2029 on this momentous occasion. View more >>

2025 Commencement Ceremony

This past May 10, the 2025 Commencement Ceremony marked a milestone for Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine as our second class donned their regalia, took the stage and received their diplomas. The entire College is filled with pride and excitement for the Class of 2025 on this prestigious occasion. View more >>

Ghana Study Abroad Opportunity

Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine in partnership with Humana Institute is planning a study abroad trip to Accra, Ghana. From 7/5/2025 to 7/13/2025, College of Medicine students will collaborate with University of Ghana Medical School (UGMS) students and faculty to provide patient care in underserved communities. This experience will foster cross-cultural medical learning, enhance clinical skills in resource-limited settings, and strengthen partnerships between Fertitta College of Medicine and UGMS. Students will work alongside local health care professionals to address community health needs while gaining valuable insights into global health challenges and solutions.

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Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine

Partnership Tackles Legal Barriers to Health

September 22, 2025

KHOU - Channel 11

Federally Mandated Count Shows Update on Houston's Homeless Population

September 9, 2025

PBS - Houston Public Media

More than 3,300 People are Homeless in the Houston Area in 2025, According to Newly Released Figures

September 9, 2025

Houston Chronicle (subscription required)

Houston's Chronic Homelessness is Rising as Funding Wanes, Survey Shows

September 9, 2025

Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine

UH Medical Student Earns National Surgery Grant, Launching Research Career

September 8, 2025

Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine

Blackshear Elementary Boosts Campus Security with New Privacy Banner Through UH Partnership

August 28, 2025

University of Houston

On Top of the World: UH Professor Helps Nepal Reach New Heights in Health Care

August 27, 2025

University of Houston

A Health Care Powerhouse

August 21, 2025

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