News - University of Houston

	Nation's Oldest Honor Society Phi Beta Kappa Welcomes 104 Coogs to its Ranks April 7, 2025 This year, more than 100 University of Houston students demonstrated that they indeed are worthy of membership and recently were accepted into the institution’s PBK Mu of Texas chapter.
	University of Houston Ranks Among Top Fulbright Producers March 26, 2025 Last year, a record 14 UH students emerged with Fulbright honors. This success has not gone unnoticed, and the University is again recognized as a Top Producer of Fulbrights for the 2024 – 2025 academic year.
	UH's Kalena Holeman Named Gates Cambridge Scholar February 21, 2025 English major Kalena Holeman was named as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. She is just the second student at the University to receive this scholarship, which will support her graduate studies at the University of Cambridge in England.
	Pretigious Marshall Scholarship Awarded to UH's Mielad Ziaee December 16, 2024 It’s been 16 years since a University of Houston student has earned the prestigious Marshall Scholarship. Today, UH psychology major Mielad Ziaee added this exclusive — and often elusive — honor to his growing list of academic achievements.
	UH Again Named Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader November 4, 2024 This marks the fourth consecutive year that the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has recognized UH with this designation.
	All Aboard UH's Student Success Express June 14, 2024 On the heels of UH announcing a record number of student Fulbrights and a student earning the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, Cougars have received even more distinguished honors that will support their personal and professional growth.
	Inquiring Minds May 2024 Since its inception in 2005, the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship at UH has provided students the opportunity to conduct impactful research projects during their undergraduate career.
	Record Number of UH Fulbrights Puts Coogs on the Map May 17, 2024 The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awarded scholarships to 14 UH students and alumni, who will soon travel worldwide to impart knowledge gained at their alma mater while supporting global populations.
	REACH Scholar Curates Zindler Exhibit May 14, 2024 A student-curated exhibit at University of Houston Libraries features the humanitarian legacy of memorable Houston news personality Marvin Zindler (1921-2007).
	Getting Involved Key to UH Grads’ Success May 8, 2024 Among this year's graduates are Coogs who balanced their studies with extracurricular activities that enhanced their university experience and prepared them for the journey ahead.
	UH's Mielad Ziaee Named 2024 Truman Scholar April 15, 2024 Mielad becomes the third UH student to earn this prestigious honor awarded to students who demonstrate a commitment to their communities and to public service.
	Students in the Spotlight During Undergraduate Research Day April 10, 2024 Presentations, posters and the pride of UH students will be on view during Undergraduate Research Day on April 11 where more than 360 students will display their academic discoveries.
	Doing More with Less: HSIs and the Recipe for Upward Mobility March 4, 2024 A new report that shows HSIs offer more economic mobility for their students than more well-resourced PWIs.