Faculty COUNCIL
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UH Together
The final Faculty Council Meeting
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 12:00 to 14:00
Location: Space City Room #214, Student Center South
We kindly ask that all Councilors attend in person.
Religious Holiday Observances (SAM 02.E.03)
Faculty and staff who wish to observe religious holidays not designated as official university holidays may request time away from work in accordance with university policy.
For faculty, who do not accrue vacation leave, observance of religious holidays is typically managed through instructional planning, scheduling adjustments, or other arrangements made in coordination with the department or unit.
Sick leave may not be used for religious observances, as it is reserved for personal or family medical needs.
Department leadership should be notified in advance to ensure appropriate planning and continuity of operations. As with all requests, approval is subject to operational and instructional needs.
This approach supports the University’s commitment to respecting religious diversity while maintaining essential academic and administrative functions.
Save the Date:
Event: Provost Academic Outlook
Time: April 15, 2026, 3:00 PM
Location: UH Alumni Center – O’Quinn Great Hall
Call for APEX speakers for 2026-2027
Nominations should include a proposed talk title and a brief abstract and can be submitted via the APeX Nomination Form. The deadline for submissions is April 24, 2026.
Additional details about the call are included here.
The Future of Higher Education Talk Series, April 24, 2026
Mr. Eric Kelderman, Senior Writer, The Chronicle of Higher Education
Talk: Has the U.S. Passed Peak Higher Education?
Location and Time: Room 210, Ballroom (East), Student Center South 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Registration: Please register to confirm your in-person seat for this event. You may also join the session online if you are unable to attend in person. We request that everyone please register so we can plan accordingly.
FED Events
Fulbright, Demystified: Building Your Fulbright Plan
Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Location: Hybrid Event
Join us in the Institute for Global Engagement Conference Rm 117, Teaching Unit 2 Bldg.
Meeting ID: 214 888 974 143 47 | Passcode: 49ej2ys9
The College Athlete Mental Health Conference
April 30–May 1 at the University of Houston
Join the Institute for Global Engagement (IGE) and the Office of Faculty Engagement and Development (FED) for this introductory session, which will explore the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, feature a panel of UH Fulbright alumni sharing insights, and guide participants in identifying opportunities that align with their interests. Attendees will also learn how to move from initial curiosity to a stronger application plan, with a live award search demonstration included. With 400+ awards available across 135+ countries, Fulbright offers more accessible pathways than many realize- making this a great first step for faculty and staff interested in global engagement.
We want to make faculty aware of an exciting conference coming to our campus at the end of this month. The College Athlete Mental Health Conference (collegeathletemhconference.com), organized by UH's own Dr. Emmett Gill, Director of Mental Health Services for UH Athletics, will be held April 30–May 1 at the University of Houston. Despite being organized just this spring, the conference has already attracted speakers and panelists from across the country — a real testament to Dr. Gill's expertise and national network in this important field.
College athlete mental health sits at the intersection of student wellness, equity, and institutional responsibility — topics that touch many of our disciplines. Faculty from across the university are welcome to attend. We hope you'll consider joining this timely and nationally significant conversation happening right here at UH.
For more information and to register, visit: www.collegeathletemhconference.com
Frontier Fiesta
Frontier Fiesta is right around the corner, and we’re ready to light up campus with this year’s theme: ⭐ Stars Over Fiesta ⭐
Get ready for three unforgettable days packed with excitement, music, new experiences and Cougar pride.
As the longest-standing tradition on campus, Frontier Fiesta brings the UH campus and Houston Community together with student performances, carnival booths, a barbecue cook-off, captivating Variety Shows hosted by student organizations, and our infamous concert series.
Event Details
📅Dates: Thursday, April 16– Saturday, April 18
📍Location: TDECU Stadium (Lot F)
🎟️Admission: FREE for the entire campus and Houston community
🅿️Parking: FREE in the Stadium Garage during the event
🎒Important: Clear bag policy enforced. No outside food; only sealed water bottles permitted.
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