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May 20, 2026

New AI-Powered Robots Could Combat Loneliness Among Older Adults

At the Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture & Design, the Empathetic Lifespan AI & Robotics for Aging (ELARA) Lab seeks to bridge the generational technology gap, exploring how adaptive AI, companion robots and empathetic design are transforming how adults, people with disabilities, families and care teams interact with modern technology.

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May 19, 2026

Axiom Space Names University of Houston to Global Research Alliance

The University of Houston was one of 26 institutions across four continents officially welcomed into Axiom Space’s University Alliance — another milestone in UH’s expanding role in shaping human spaceflight and exploration.

May 19, 2026

A New Approach to Cancer Vaccination Yields More Powerful T Cells

Engineers from the University of Houston, MIT and Harvard have developed a new mRNA-based strategy that dramatically amplifies the T-cell response to vaccines — an advance that could lead to far more powerful cancer vaccines and stronger protection against infectious diseases.

May 15, 2026

New Federal Data Finds UH Graduates Outearn the National Average Within Four Years

As a record-breaking 7,819 students cross the stage this week during the University of Houston’s spring commencement, federal outcomes data confirms they are stepping into a workforce with a distinct advantage. UH continues to deliver one of the strongest value propositions in Texas, pairing high post-graduation earnings with a commitment to upfront affordability.

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May 29, 2026

How He Keeps Campus Rolling

Rocky Garcia, manager of Fleet Services, speaks about his role, the challenges of managing a large campus fleet and what it takes to keep University operations running smoothly every day.

May 28, 2026

New Gulf Coast Plan Uses Ocean Technology to Trap Carbon Dioxide

The motion of the ocean may be the key to removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, so University of Houston researchers set out to determine which U.S. coastlines are best suited for the process in a new study.

May 28, 2026

UH Expands South Texas Footprint with New RGV Leadership Role

The University of Houston has appointed Amanda Canales as the inaugural director of Rio Grande Valley external relations, a newly created role designed to deepen the University’s engagement across South Texas.

May 27, 2026

New Dual-Target Drug Tackles Immunotherapy Resistance in Pancreatic Cancer

A national team of researchers is reporting a new strategy to treat pancreatic cancer — by boosting the immune system to help overcome immunotherapy resistance.

May 26, 2026

Erika Blumenfeld Brings Out-of-this-World Experience to Blaffer Art Museum

The University of Houston’s Blaffer Art Museum is proud to announce a collaboration with Houston-based artist Erika Blumenfeld — the artist will be in residence at the museum from June 2-Aug. 1, developing new work in advance of a major survey exhibition at the Blaffer.

May 21, 2026

Houston Area Grows Increasingly Pessimistic About City, State and National Direction, UH Survey Finds

A new University of Houston survey shows that between April 2025 and April 2026, the percentage of Greater Houston residents who believe the U.S. is heading in the "right direction" plummeted from 33% to just 21%.

Around Campus

May 27, 2026

Aspiring Cooks “Shake It Up” at Teaching Kitchen Event

May 22, 2026

Resource Fair Connects UH Community to Key Services

May 20, 2026

Bauer SURE℠ Program Globally Recognized for Economic Impact

May 18, 2026

Advisory Committees Give UH Students a Seat at the Table

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Date Time Event Name   Location
Thursday, May 28 4 – 5 p.m. You Can Help a Coog Training  

Zoom
Tuesday, June 2 Noon - 5 p.m. Erika Blumenfeld: Sky Stone Cycle  

Blaffer Art Museum
Wednesday, June 3 1 – 2 p.m. Teach With AI Sandbox   

Faculty Cafe E. Cullen Bldg., Ground Fl., Rm 31
Thursday, June 4  1 - 3 p.m.  Staff Council General Meeting   

Microsoft Teams

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