University of Houston

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Web Name: University of Houston

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The Latest Updates on COVID-19 A Must Read Keeping DJ Screw's Memory Alive, Mariachi Pumas& Lizzo – read the latest edition of the UH magazine. Enjoy the latest edition ofthe UH magazine. Support the Cougar Emergency Fund for students. Give Now View Virtual Tour of CollegesUH RespondsA collection of stories about how our students, faculty, staff and alumni are making a difference in the fight against COVID-19.Learn How UH is Responding to COVID-19Featured StoriesUH News RoomUH TodayUH Researchers Explore Science for COVID-19 Treatments, VaccinesAcross the world, scientists in labs are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and treatment for coronavirus. Three of those scientists are right here in their labs at the University of Houston. They update us on their progress.Poll: Energy Industry Worried About 2020 Presidential ElectionMore than three out of four executives in the oil and gas industry say a potential victory by Democrat Joe Biden in the November presidential election is a threat to their companies’ economic well-being, according to a new survey from the Hobby School of Public Affairs.Forging a New FamilyThe first class of Diamond Family Scholars has ended an eventful freshman year at UH, proving their mettle as successful students, participating in new experiences and forming new friendships.UH Ranks among Top 100 Global Universities for PatentsReflecting its emphasis on commercializing technologies to improve society, the University of Houston is ranked among the top global universities for the number of utility patents issued in 2019.Public Art of University of Houston System Remembers ChristoChristo Vladimirov Javacheff, the artist known simply as Christo, has died at the age of 84. The Bulgarian-born artist’s print “Texas Mastaba, Project for 500,000 Stacked Oil Drums” is part of the Public Art UHS collection.UH Alumnus has a ‘Lot’ to CelebrateBryan Washington, who graduated from UH with a Bachelor of Arts in English, has won an international award for "Lot: Stories," a short story collection about life in Houston.Avoiding Common Mask MistakesThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends wearing cloth face coverings to slow the spread of COVID-19, but not everyone is wearing or caring for them correctly according to Dr. Ruth Bush, vascular surgeon and associate dean for medical education at the University of Houston College of Medicine. From proper fit to storage and cleaning, there are several variables that can impact the effectiveness of your mask.Virtual StagesCreativity and flexibility are the touchstones that guide the UH Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts community. Students, faculty and staff put their ingenuity to work and transformed the college during these unprecedented times.Researchers Take a Cue from Nature to Create Bulletproof CoatingsEngineers from the University of Houston are using a substance found in shrimp, lobsters and mushrooms, among other organisms, to produce high-impact coatings that can protect soldiers against bullets, lasers, toxic gas and other dangers.UH Addresses Shortage of Computer Science, Technology and Physics TeachersThe University of Houston’s teachHOUSTON program has received a $1.2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to train 30 secondary STEM teachers to work in economically disadvantaged high schools in the Greater Houston area.Can Interactive Technology Ease Urban Traffic Jams?Traffic congestion is a serious problem in the United States, but a new analysis shows that interactive technology – ranging from 511 traffic information systems and roadside cameras to traffic apps like Waze and Google Maps – is helping in cities that use it.Back from the Bottom of the WorldUH's Julia Wellner spent two months in one of the most remote locations on earth. The world changed while she was gone, but the work goes on.Continuously Tracking Fear Response Could Improve Mental Health TreatmentIf continuously monitored, fear can be used as a tool to improve mental health treatment, reports University of Houston researcher Rose Faghih, who has created a new algorithm for continuously monitoring the fear response using stress sweat and heart rate.Featured EventsView Full CalendarAcademic Calendar Jul 01 11:59 pm Educational Technology Certificates Want to bolster your technology and teaching skills? The deadline to apply for several certificate programs for the fall 2020 semester is July 1, 2020. Pursue a certificate in educational graphics, online teaching and learning, or innovative technologies in health science education. Learn more. Jul 01 11:59 pm Educational Diagnostician Certification Apply now to pursue certification as an educational diagnostician. The deadline for fall 2020 enrollment is July 1, 2020. This certification will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to help improve the performance of the diverse student population in Texas. Learn more. Jul 01 11:59 pm Principal Certification If you already have a master s degree and a valid teaching certificate, consider pursuing your principal certification. The deadline to apply for the certification-only program is July 1, 2020. The program can be completed in as little as one calendar year. Learn more. Jul 01 11:59 pm Principal Certification If you already have a master s degree and a valid teaching certificate, consider pursuing your principal certification. The deadline to apply for the certification-only program is July 1, 2020. The program can be completed in as little as one calendar year. Learn more. Jul 01 11:59 pm Principal Certification If you already have a master s degree and a valid teaching certificate, consider pursuing your principal certification. The deadline to apply for the certification-only program is July 1, 2020. The program can be completed in as little as one calendar year. Learn more. Jul 01 11:59 pm Educational Diagnostician Certification Apply now to pursue certification as an educational diagnostician. The deadline for fall 2020 enrollment is July 1, 2020. This certification will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to help improve the performance of the diverse student population in Texas. Learn more. UH InitiativesThe University of Houston is a powerhouse of innovation. UH has grown to service the city of Houston and beyond through our extensive educational offerings, partnerships with local businesses and contributions to the community. Explore more below about how we are cultivating the future through Energy, Health, Arts, and Athletics to create success for our students and alumni.HealthUH Health is the platform to integrate the university s mission and values focused on identifying and responding to the economic, social and cultural issues affecting health in Houston, Texas, and beyond.ArtsUH Arts provide students the fuel to awaken the imagination and contribute real art to the real world. Read how students use their experiences and thoughts to ignite the imagination.AthleticsUH Athletics is driving sportsmanship to new levels by preparing student-athletes to be champions for life. Read about how student-athletes are achieving success in academics and athletics.EnergyUH Energy performs innovative research to address emerging needs in the hydrocarbons, renewables and sustainability energy sectors. Read about how UH energy fuels the industry.Student SuccessUH students have access to comprehensive higher education programs and countless resources providing the tools for success. Read about how students are thriving at the University of Houston.Third WardAs a good neighbor and university dedicated to civic engagement, we will partner and collaborate with the Third Ward to transform its schools, businesses, and healthcare resources. We celebrate the culture and history of our shared community.

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