UH Today - October 6, 2025

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UH NEWS TO KNOW

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Your UH Moment: The News You Need in 60 Seconds

UH climbed six spots to No. 6 among U.S. public universities in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings; UH also secured $8 million in federal funding to study superconducting magnets for compact fusion reactors; and Professor Yan Yao is exploring alternative metals to develop longer-lasting, more efficient batteries.

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Transfer Made Easy

UH has launched UH Next, a pilot program that streamlines the transfer process for community college students. The initiative makes it easier and more affordable to complete a four-year degree.

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Next-Gen Researchers

UH joins the Texas Medical Center in launching an incubator for kidney, urologic and hematologic training to strengthen the workforce and prepare students for impactful careers.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

UH Information Technology is sharing weekly tips on staying safe online, including updating software and using multi-factor authentication. Learn more and stay cyber smart.

Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Mandatory Training

The Fiscal Year 2026 Mandatory Training period runs from Oct. 6 to Nov. 21, 2025. Per SAM policy 02.A.26, all UH System employees — including faculty, staff, student workers and temporary employees — are required to complete annual training.

QUOTE OF THE DAY

“These events show our commitment to improving communication on campus and making sure students are informed.”

Brandon Richard, communication coordinator for Parking and Transportation Services, on the department hosting events to answer students’ questions and sharing tips.

EVENTS

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Campus Community

2025 State of the University

Wednesday, Oct. 8
10 a.m. - Noon

Speaker Series

The Future of Natural Gas

Thursday, Oct. 9
6 - 8 p.m.

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Speaker Series

AI and Our Future

Thursday, Oct. 16
4 - 5:30 p.m.

View the Full UH Calendar

UH IN THE NEWS

Houston Public Media

State of Texas to Begin Calling Witnesses in Federal Hearing Over Trump-backed Congressional Map

CNBC
These 3 Phrases Can Help You Navigate a Conflict

Houston Press

Affordable Healthcare Hangs in the Balance in Federal Government Shutdown

Houston Chronicle
Houston's Southern Smoke Backs Free Mental Health Care for Hospitality Workers Nationwide

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Note: Views expressed in these articles do not necessarily reflect those of the University of Houston.

HIGHER EDUCATION

The Texas Tribune

Former State Lawmaker Tommy Williams Named Interim President of Texas A&M
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents on Friday appointed former Republican state legislator Tommy Williams to lead Texas A&M University while they find someone to replace former president Mark A. Welsh III, who resigned last month.

The Hechinger Report

OPINION: Higher Education Must Help Shape How Students Learn, Lead and Build the Skills Employers Want Most

Public confidence in higher education is rising for the first time in over a decade, but concerns about cost, job readiness and relevance remain.

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Shawn Lindsey | Sr. Assoc. VC/VP for Strategic Communications
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