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October 12, 2026

UHCOP Welcomes Ambulatory Care Specialist Demi Martinez to PPTR Faculty

UHCOP welcomes alumna Demi Martinez, Pharm.D. (’19), BCACP, as clinical assistant professor, bringing expertise in ambulatory care, chronic disease management and improving health outcomes for underserved communities. At Vecino's Denver Harbor Family Health Center, her patient-centered approach and Spanish-language fluency help her connect with diverse patient populations, build trust and address barriers to healthcare.

October 10, 2026

UH Counseling & School Psychology Faculty Draw National Recognition

Professors Blake Allan, Nathan Grant Smith and Robert McPherson earned awards for their contributions to the field of counseling psychology, and Milena Keller-Margulis was inducted into the Society for the Study of School Psychology.

December 31, 1969

SHERP High School Scholars Program Introduces Houston Students to Healthcare Careers

The Humana Integrated Health Systems Sciences Institute’s SHERP High School Scholars Program is giving Houston-area high school students an early look at the many career paths available in healthcare while introducing them to research, clinical experiences and the importance of working across disciplines.

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October 9, 2026

University of Houston WellFest Brings Interactive Wellness Experiences to Campus

On Oct. 28, students walking through the University of Houston's Butler Plaza could find their classmates stepping into cold plunges, practicing yoga, interacting with animals and exploring what taking care of themselves can look like during college.

September 23, 2026

Golden Paw Spotlight: Rachel O’Mara – August 2026 Winner

The Division of Student Affairs is proud to recognize Rachel O'Mara as the recipient of the Golden Paw Spotlight Award for August 2026.

August 25, 2026

Golden Paw Spotlight: LaShawn Valrie - July 2026 Winner

The Division of Student Affairs is proud to recognize LaShawn Valrie as the recipient of the Golden Paw Spotlight Award for July 2026.

August 24, 2026

UH Launches Cougar PUMP to Connect Incoming Students with Peer Mentors

The University of Houston is launching Cougar PUMP, a new campus-wide peer mentoring program designed to help incoming students make connections, find resources and navigate the transition to college with support from students who have already experienced it.

August 20, 2026

Welcome Our Newest University Career Services Team Members

University Career Services (UCS) is pleased to welcome two outstanding professionals to our team: Dr. Barbara Keith, Assistant Director, and Ms. Terry Thomas, Career Development Specialist, who joined UCS this spring.

August 6, 2026

Golden Paw Spotlight: Mars Alvarez – June 2026 Winner

The Division of Student Affairs is proud to recognize Mars Alvarez as the recipient of the Golden Paw Spotlight Award for June 2026.