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News & Communications

The following are the latest UH news items, as well as features and communications from the Office of the Provost.

Latest from the UH Newsroom

December 8, 2025

Global Impact: University of Houston Researchers Again Named to Prestigious Highly Cited List

Two University of Houston scientists have once again been recognized among the world’s elite researchers for their significant scientific influence and highly cited contributions to energy research.

December 5, 2025

New Chapter for UH’s Arts District as Wilhelmina’s Grove Reopens

If you’ve wandered through the heart of the University of Houston’s Arts District lately, you may have noticed something special taking shape. Wilhelmina’s Grove — that quiet, tree-lined retreat where students have long paused between classes — has reopened, and it’s more inviting than ever.

December 4, 2025

University of Houston Researchers Call for Unified Approach to Recycling Plastics

A uniform, national plan may be the best approach for the United States to tackle plastic waste, a new white paper from the University of Houston’s Energy Transition Institute suggested.

Communications from the Office of the Provost

December 8, 2025

Putting a Bow on 2025

December is here, and winter break is just weeks away. Most importantly, commencement will be here before we know it. I know we are all busy wrapping up the semester, but please take time for yourselves, your students and your colleagues.

December 8, 2025

Dean's Corner: Giving Ourselves the Gifts of Curiosity, Well-Being

College of Education Dean Cathy Horn offers some tips on how faculty can achieve balance during these busy final weeks of the semester.

December 1, 2025

Campus Kudos

Each month, Campus Kudos will spotlight recent awards and distinctions earned by University of Houston faculty and students.

Provost Profiles

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