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  • A man in a white lab coat and blue gloves uses a pipette to apply nutrients and microbes to sorghum plants growing in a lab.

    UH Trains Future Agri-Scientists to Outsmart Climate Change Threats to Food Crops

    Researchers at the University of Houston are training future agricultural scientists in new methods of protecting the world’s food crops – which too often are left vulnerable to extreme weather events in these days of climate change. Funded by a $995,805 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the team is expanding research knowledge and building a new curriculum for students, many from communities currently underrepresented among the agriculture industry’s leadership.

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    UH Population Health Collaborative: Driving Discovery to Advance Quality of Life

    A new University of Houston Population Health initiative uses a multi-sector approach to evaluate and address the most pressing issues impacting quality of life. The UH Population Health Collaborative uses innovative research and analytics to create accessible training and educational resources to fuel positive community quality of life outcomes.
  • An Indian man smiling with short beard holds a flask of bright green cyanobacteria.

    Research Advances Toward Goal of Net Zero Carbon Emissions

    Scientists may be on the verge of taking a big step closer to the net-zero carbon emissions goal, thanks to University of Houston research into algae. Hidden potential is being revealed in the major algae studies at the microbial products lab, located at UH at Sugar Land. The research project is detailed in a newly published article in Green Chemistry, a journal of the Royal Society of Chemistry.
  • UH Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing

    Innovative New Course Brings Nursing Students into Patients’ Homes

    The University of Houston Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing partnered with Humana’s CenterWell Home Health to offer an innovative and forward-thinking elective to its nursing students. The Preventative and Restorative Nursing Care elective introduces undergraduate students to the concept, challenges, and benefits of home health nursing.
  • Photo of Sergeant Leonard Ganther in police uniform holding a set of UH branded baby outfits.

    The Heart of UH: UHPD Sergeant Demonstrates Cougar Spirit

    On a hot day in late summer in a parking lot at the University of Houston at Sugar Land, a simple act would prove that the Cougar spirit is alive and well, and that Coogs truly care. Tammy Cleary, a proud 1986 graduate of the C. T. Bauer College of Business and the mother of a Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership graduate, had a mission: Find the perfect gift for her son's baby shower. The gift? A UH onesie, symbolizing the family's deep-rooted connection to Houston and UH.
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    Officials Break Ground on New Technology Building at UH at Sugar Land Instructional Site

    The University of Houston celebrated the groundbreaking of a new $65 million academic building in ceremonies at the UH at Sugar Land instructional site. Before faculty, staff, students and community leaders, UH officials turned the dirt for what will become the Technology Building-Sugar Land Academic Building 2 (SAB2).

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Monday 5/1

Juneteenth Photpgraphy Contest Submissions Open
  • Location: Fort Bend County
Photographers of all skill levels are invited to enter the Fort Bend County Juneteenth Photography Contest and capture the spirit of Juneteenth with your camera! Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place! Deadline is June 12, 2023

Wednesday 5/3

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

Friday 5/5

Children's Day
  • Location: Japan
National holiday in Japan to show respect for children's personalities and to celebrate their happiness.

Tuesday 5/9

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Location: First Colony Branch Library: 2121 Austin Parkway Sugar Land, TX 77479
English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. This conversation group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. No registration required.

Wednesday 5/10

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

Wednesday 5/17

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.
Family-History Research: Using and Finding Historic Newspapers for Genealogy
  • Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
We will cover the various types of information that can be found in newspapers and how they can fill in gaps in your family history. We will also discuss how to find newspapers and get access to them and cover the Newspaper Archive and Chronicling America databases.

Friday 5/19

Senior Series: The Truth About Communication with Adult Children & Spouses
  • Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Location: University Branch Library: 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479
Senior Series is a series of conversations with local experts focused on the unique and complex housing related issues facing mature homeowners and their families. As we age, the relationship with our offspring evolves. Each generation grapples with their own developmental tasks, ultimately culminating in stronger bonds or gaping chasms. When planning ahead for future care needs, conversations with adult children can be challenging at best. This class is designed to provide insights into how to begin and forward tough conversations, as well as how to create closure when conversations aren’t possible. We will also touch on communicating with our significant others as we age. This program is geared toward older adults and their family members.

Saturday 5/20

Japanese Tea Ceremony
  • Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  • Location: University Branch Library: 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, observe and learn about the ceremonial preparation and presentation of matcha, or powdered green tea. This ceremony also includes traditional Japanese sweets, served to balance the bitter taste of the tea. This program is presented by members of the Japan-America Society of Houston and is generously sponsored by the Friends of University Branch Library. No registration required.
AAPI Festival
  • Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Location: Fort Bend County Fairgrounds Building B: 4310 TX-36 S, Rosenberg, TX 77471
Free event featuring food, performers, music and art in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Storytime with Silambam
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Location: First Colony Branch Library: 2121 Austin Parkway Sugar Land, TX 77479
First Colony Branch Library is hosting Silambam Houston for an interactive performance. The audience will be introduced to some basic movements, hand gestures and facial expressions used in Indian classical dance. Then, the audience will work with the dancers to build and present a story! The possibilities are endless, and the resulting story is always creative, wild, and so much fun!

Tuesday 5/23

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Location: First Colony Branch Library: 2121 Austin Parkway Sugar Land, TX 77479
English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. This conversation group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. No registration required.

Wednesday 5/24

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.

Thursday 5/25

Let's Learn Origami!
  • Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Join us for paper folding fun as we learn the art of Japanese origami. This month, we will learn to make a fox and a traditional crane.
Forever Motown
  • Time: 8:15 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
  • Location: Online
Direct From New York is The Original Cast of FOREVER MOTOWN! Nine all-star performers featuring Theo Peoples, Lead Singer of both THE FOUR TOPS and THE TEMPTATIONS, Glenn Leonard, former Lead Singer of THE TEMPTATIONS and Traci Robinson former lead singer of THE MARVELETTES and an All-Star live band. This full stage production includes all of your favorite hit songs from ALL THE MOTOWN LEGENDS and is sure to have your audience dancing in their seats! Live on stage at the Miller Outdoor Theatre and online.

Saturday 5/27

Tai-Chi: 16 Basic Movements
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline of meditative movements practiced as a system of exercises. It is a form of martial arts often practiced for defense training, health benefits, and meditation. In this interactive demonstration, members of the USA Tai Chi Academy will present introductory tai chi basics. Participants will learn simple forms of tai chi, which is often practiced for its health benefits and meditation. Discover how focusing on one’s balance can help a variety of issues, including arthritis. Those attending the class are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing. All ages are welcome to attend, but participants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Wednesday 5/31

ESL Conversation Circle
  • Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: George Memorial Branch Library: 1001 Golfview Drive Richmond, Texas 77469
Conversation Circle presents English learners of all levels an opportunity to practice both their speaking and listening skills.
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