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Since our founding in 1927 as a college educating working Houstonians to our rise as one of America's top research universities, the University of Houston has built a culture of refusing to stand still. For one hundred years, Cougars have stepped up to meet every challenge. And we’ll continue to lead into the next century, because we’re just getting started.

Centennial Stories

October 8, 2026

University of Houston and the Superconductivity Breakthrough

In 1987, UH physicist Paul Chu and his team made a landmark discovery in high temperature superconductivity, launching a new era of scientific research and establishing the University of Houston as a global leader in the field.

October 8, 2026

100 years of Grit, Innovation & Impact

For nearly a century, the University of Houston has grown alongside the city it calls home - expanding opportunity, fueling innovation and preparing generations of students to lead. As UH approaches its Centennial, it celebrates the people and moments that shaped its first 100 years and looks ahead to what comes next.

October 8, 2026

Houston, We Have Liftoff!

From helping train NASA astronauts to pioneering the world’s only graduate program in space architecture, the University of Houston has played a role in human space exploration for decades. Today, UH researchers and students continue that legacy, developing ideas and technologies for the next era of exploration.

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President Renu Khator

As we celebrate our Centennial, we draw incredible strength from a century of achievement and resilience. The University's story is the story of transformation — of our students and our great city. We are inspired by our past but driven by the limitless potential of our future.

Transforming Our Campus
for the Next Century

As we step into our second century of leadership, UH has invested in an ambitious Centennial Construction Project to modernize our historic core of campus with innovative infrastructure and environmentally resilient architecture. Anchored by the new Centennial Plaza, we’re celebrating our past by investing in the future and transforming UH into a premier place to connect, collaborate and thrive.

Experience the Centennial Story

Experience Cougar pride in motion with a retrospective video shared by President Khator at the 2026 State of the University presentation. Stay tuned for a cinematic tribute to our achievements and a look forward to the next century. - COMING SOON!

Support the Centennial Campaign

Help us honor 100 years of tradition and shape the next century. Your gift makes a lasting impact, funding scholarships, preserving history, and building a brighter future for our community. Join us in celebrating this milestone by making your contribution today.

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