<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/provost/about/news-communications/_2026/provost-greeting-march.php" dsn="news"><pubDate>03/09/2026 04:24:26 PM</pubDate><title>Provost's Message - Approaching Spring Break</title><subtitle/><description>Spring break is upon us! The campus should become a little quieter, despite the ongoing construction. While many of you might take some well-deserved time off, I know that our faculty’s work is never quite done. Whether you are grading assignments, finalizing research, or overseeing creative activities, I hope your break is both restful and productive.</description><author/><author-email/><author-phone/><image><img src="/provost/about/news-communications/_2025/_images/diane-chase-headshot.jpg" alt="UH Provost Diane Z. Chase"/></image><categories>Provost</categories></item>