Team Registration Now Open
The COOGS for Energy Hackathon, organized by the University of Houston Energy Transition Institute and sponsored by bp and Arcadis, is a 1.5-day innovation event focused on solving real-world challenges related to energy transition, sustainability and clean energy.

The hackathon brings together interdisciplinary teams of University of Houston students to develop creative, practical solutions to energy challenges posed by industry partners, community organizations and local governments.

Team Guidelines

• Students may register individually or as a team.
• Teams will consist of up to six members.
• Each team must include students from at least two UH colleges or schools.
• Diverse teams are encouraged, including combinations of undergraduate and graduate students and participants from disciplines such as science, engineering, business, arts and law.
• Teams will choose from a list of problem statements once teams are finalized.
• Each challenge will have at least one industry or faculty mentor.
• Teams will have 10 days to brainstorm solutions before the final event.

Hackathon Schedule Overview

• Friday Evening
  • Identify three potential solutions
  • Develop a pitch for each concept
  • Present solution ideas and a design matrix
• Saturday Evening
  • Refine the strongest solution
  • Develop a prototype (digital or physical design)
  • Prepare a pitch deck
• Sunday Evening
  • Final pitch competition
  • Judging and awards

Awards

Winning teams will receive prizes of $6,000, $3,000 and $1,500, along with opportunities to present their ideas to industry leaders and stakeholders.

Selection Criteria

Up to 10 teams will be selected based on:

• Diversity of disciplines, colleges and academic levels
• Commitment to advancing energy transition solutions
• Completeness of the team (full teams preferred)

Registration
Students may register individually or submit a full team application.

Registration Deadline: March 14, 2026

Questions
For more information, contact uheti@central.uh.edu.

Students may also contact:

• Debalina Sengupta — dsengupt@central.uh.edu
• Atharva Bibave (student contact) — apbibave@cougarnet.uh.edu

Join fellow Coogs in developing innovative solutions and shaping the future of energy.

Researchers, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are invited to attend the Dare Every Day Oncology Symposium on April 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at TMC Helix Park (TMC3 Collaborative Building, 7255 Helix Park Ave., Houston). The event will bring together academic researchers, industry leaders and representatives from Thermo Fisher Scientific for an afternoon of networking and knowledge sharing focused on advances in oncology.

The symposium will feature keynote remarks, poster presentations and opportunities to connect with colleagues across the oncology research community. Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers are encouraged to present posters highlighting their latest work and engage in discussion with peers and industry partners.

Attendees will enjoy a light lunch, networking opportunities and optional professional headshot photography. Poster presenters will also receive professional headshots as part of the event experience.

With travel budgets tightening across the research community, the symposium offers a local opportunity to share research, exchange ideas and build collaborations within Houston’s biomedical ecosystem.

Agenda

10-10:30 – Arrival Check-in | Welcome Gift

10:45-11 – Thermo Fisher Scientific Welcome

11-12:30 – Poster Session 1 | Networking | Professional Head Shot | Cookie Booth

12:30-1:30 – Lunch | Professional Head Shot | Cookie Booth

1:30-2:30 – Poster Session 2 | Networking | Professional Head Shot | Cookie Booth

2:30-3:00 – Closing Remarks

Registration is required. Those interested in presenting or attending can register online. 

Register for the Dare Every Day Symposium

Questions may be directed to Sayer Browning at sayer.browning@thermofisher.com.

The Houston City College Computer Science Association (CSA) will host HackHCC: CodeRunners, its first-ever MLH-official hackathon, on May 22–23.

This 24-hour event will bring together students for coding, collaboration, and innovation, featuring workshops, mentors, technical challenges, and prizes. HackHCC is open to students of all experience levels, making it an accessible opportunity for both beginners and experienced programmers.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to share this opportunity with students who may be interested in participating and representing UH in this milestone event for the Houston tech community.

Learn More and Register

NSM’s Scholar Enrichment Program (SEP) offers free tutoring to UH students enrolled in the courses listed on the Scholar Enrichment Program Tutor Schedule. Tutoring is available for:

Learn more about the tutoring centers available through the various NSM departments.

• American Chemical Society (ACS) at UH Tutoring Room
• CASA Tutoring Center (Math)
• ConocoPhillips Computer Science Learning Center
• Geosciences Learning Center
• Physics Department Learning Center

Are you interested in doing research as an undergraduate? NSM’s Outside Undergraduate Research Opportunities page lists multiple opportunities outside UH. Opportunities are categorized as in Houston, in Texas and out of state. Here are just a few examples of the 30+ opportunities listed on the page:

• Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
• Baylor College of Medicine SMART Program
• NASA DEVELOP National Program
• Department of Energy Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
• Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) - Other Universities (comprehensive list of NSF-funded REU programs nationwide)

Additional resources and information about finding research opportunities on campus can be found in NSM’s Undergraduate Research webpages.

The University of Central Florida is now accepting applications for the NSF-DoD Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site: Advanced Technologies for Hypersonic, Propulsive, Energetic, and Reusable Platforms (HYPER). Faculty and staff are encouraged to share this opportunity with eligible students.

The 10-week summer program will run from May 17–July 24, 2026, and focuses on advancing fundamental research related to hypersonic flight, aerospace systems, and energy technologies. Participants will engage in hands-on, interdisciplinary research addressing challenges such as advanced manufacturing, internal cooling and heat transfer, and rotor dynamic control for mitigating flutter.

Program Highlights:

• Faculty-mentored research with graduate student support
• Collaboration within a multidisciplinary research team
• Site visits to NASA Kennedy Space Center and aerospace companies
• Professional development workshops and graduate school preparation
• Training in ANSYS numerical simulation software
• Engagement with other REU cohorts at UCF

Each participant will receive a $6,000 stipend, on-campus housing, and travel support to and from Orlando.

Application Deadline: Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11:50 PM ET

Learn More and Apply

Have you ever considered teaching? The teachHOUSTON Program is an NSM Capstone that prepares mathematics and science majors to teach grades 7–12! While in the program, you will receive quality hands-on mentoring via convenient online instruction that will prepare you to be a successful teacher.

Qualifications for Program:

• Classified as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
• Received a grade of B or above in Calculus I, and
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5

Your journey begins with the first course, Introduction to STEM Teaching (CUIN 4397). View the teachHOUSTON Course Sequence for an overview about how math and science majors move through the program.

Scholarship Opportunities and Alternative Certification Pathway

• Advancing Cultural and Computational Engagement in STEM Scholars (tH-ACCESS)
• Alternative Certification Pathway for STEM

Key Benefits of Joining teachHOUSTON

• Keep your major in math or science.
• Add a math/science teaching certificate with no added time.
• Meet your capstone requirement.
• Try out teaching with one class (Introduction to STEM Teaching-CUIN 4397).
• Seeking students from racially, ethnically, socially, and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Scholarships and paid internships are available.
• Job security and satisfaction.
• Average starting salary for teachers is $58,000.
• MAXIMIZE your potential with teachHOUSTON – College of Natural Science and Mathematics Teacher Prep Program!

Questions or to Schedule an Appointment: Email tHadvising@uh.edu

NSM is offering students a Career Readiness Certification through HireNSM called Pathways.

Pathways is a self-guided, virtual career readiness training program available to all NSM students. First-year and sophomore students are encouraged to begin their Pathways journey as the program is designed to help students develop their career readiness over the course of their time at UH.

Students can access Pathways by going to AccessUH > HireNSM > Resources, top-right tab > Pathways, box in the middle > Module I. The estimated time to complete Module I is under one hour.

Earn Rewards by Turning in Proof of Completion
Upon completion of each module, students will earn rewards by bringing their screen shots or printouts of completed tasks to the Scholar Enrichment Program area in the basement of the M.D. Anderson Library, Room 56 on the first and last Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10 AM and 11 AM – 4 PM. Students who complete all eight modules will receive a Career Readiness Certification.

K-Scholastic is hiring academic tutors to work with K–12 students in the Houston area. This is an in-person position, and applicants must have a personal vehicle.

Details:

• Minimum availability: Two evenings per week
• Starting pay: $30/hour, with increases based on experience
• Location: Various in-person sites in the Houston area

How to Apply:
Email your résumé and a brief statement of interest to reports@kscholastic.com or complete this form.

The British American Foundation of Texas is a nonprofit that supports young Texans through enabling access to education.

We offer an all expenses paid UK based summer STEM Program for HS Juniors and college scholarships for HS Seniors and college students.

All programs are for low-income students in Texas with great potential.

Applications are open now - please click below for more information and to apply. If you would like us to visit your school or college to present our opportunities, or if you have any questions, please contact us.

More information for STEM and Business majors at 2 or 4 year public colleges in Texas.

Students in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics are invited to apply for NSM Student Leader positions, offering an opportunity to support fellow students while developing leadership and professional skills.

NSM Student Leaders play an important role in strengthening the college community. Leaders may mentor first-year students, assist with outreach to prospective students and help plan events that enhance the student experience.

Why Become an NSM Student Leader?

Make an Impact
Support fellow Coogs by mentoring students, assisting with recruitment efforts and helping organize programs that strengthen the NSM community.

Develop Leadership Skills
Gain experience in communication, teamwork, problem-solving and decision-making — valuable skills that will benefit you throughout your academic and professional career.

Build Your Network
Connect with students across NSM majors while building relationships with faculty, staff and alumni.

Enhance Your Resume
Student leadership experience demonstrates initiative, responsibility and leadership to future employers and graduate programs.

NSM welcomes applications from students across all majors and backgrounds who are interested in mentorship, event planning, student advocacy and community building.

Application Deadline: March 20

For more information about the program or to apply, visit the NSM Student Leadership webpage.

Questions can be directed to nsmyear1@uh.edu.

The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine have established a new opportunity for students pursuing careers in healthcare.

Through this partnership, graduates of NSM’s Master of Science in Biology with a Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Sciences program who meet specific academic and admissions criteria will receive automatic interview invitations for admission to the Fertitta Family College of Medicine.

Designed to better prepare students for professional degree programs in medicine, dentistry, and allied health fields, the one-year master’s program provides advanced coursework, research and internship experiences, and individualized advising.

For program details and eligibility requirements, visit NSM’s Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program webpage.

The Improving Access to Career and Educational Development (I-ACED) program provides financial, academic, and professional support for students pursuing graduate degrees in engineering and STEM fields. Participants benefit from scholarships, mentorship, and hands-on research opportunities at Jackson State University, Prairie View A&M University, Rice University, Texas Southern University, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research & Development Center (ERDC).

Benefits Include:

• Up to $10,000 in tuition scholarships (limited full awards available at Rice University)
• Career development, mentorship, and peer support
• Internships or research experiences at ERDC or partner institutions
• Paid research rotations and scholar engagement activities
• All-expenses-paid tour of ERDC facilities

Areas of Study:

1. Digital Twinning
2. Biotechnology
3. Sustainability and Resilience

Eligibility:
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or admitted refugees accepted into a participating graduate program and demonstrate financial need (via FAFSA).

Fall 2025 Info Sessions:

• Dec. 18, 3:30–4 PM CST

Register and Apply Now - Applications for Fall 2026 are open through April 15. Early submission is encouraged.

For questions, contact Lesia Guinn (Program Manager) at lesia.guinn@rice.edu or Dr. Maria Wettergreen (Program Director) at mwettergreen@rice.edu.