Office of the Provost

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

May 28, 2026

New Gulf Coast Plan Uses Ocean Technology to Trap Carbon Dioxide

The motion of the ocean may be the key to removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, so University of Houston researchers set out to determine which U.S. coastlines are best suited for the process in a new study.

May 28, 2026

UH Expands South Texas Footprint with New RGV Leadership Role

The University of Houston has appointed Amanda Canales as the inaugural director of Rio Grande Valley external relations, a newly created role designed to deepen the University’s engagement across South Texas.

May 27, 2026

New Dual-Target Drug Tackles Immunotherapy Resistance in Pancreatic Cancer

A national team of researchers is reporting a new strategy to treat pancreatic cancer — by boosting the immune system to help overcome immunotherapy resistance.

Communications from the Office of the Provost

May 13, 2026

Provost's Message - Commencement Week

The time has arrived. Spring Commencement is this week, and I look forward to seeing many of you at this week’s ceremonies.

May 12, 2026

Campus Kudos - May 2026

Campus Kudos spotlights recent awards and distinctions earned by University of Houston faculty and students. These include memberships into professional societies, international honors, competitive fellowships and other accolades.

May 11, 2026

Provost's Academic Outlook Spotlights UH's Achievments, Aspirations

The Provost’s Academic Outlook was presented in April and provided faculty with updates on faculty excellence, student success, University goals, and what lies ahead for UH.

Provost Profiles

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