A new statue of a cougar stands prominently on a pedestal in front of the University of Houston’s Albert and Mamie George Building at the Sugar Land campus. A large UH logo is visible on the glass facade behind the statue.
The University of Houston Sugar Land Campus continues to grow, and now it has a Cougar to call its own. 😼
Basketball court in Fertitta Center with a large audience, cheering with pyrotechnics on the court. “This is March” is prominently displayed over the scene. The University of Houston logo is seen at the top, and "#ForTheCity" is written at the bottom.
Here. We. Go.
Who’s ready to RODEO?! 🤠 We brought the Cougar spirit to this morning’s parade!
Seven headshots of UH faculty members with a headline that reads, “UH Leads Texas with 7 New National Academy of Inventors Senior Members.”
With seven new honorees — more than any other Texas institution this year — UH now has 46 National Academy of Inventors Senior Members driving real-world innovation.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3MMnKsY
A high-tech server room featuring rows of illuminated server racks with colorful cabling, under bright overhead lighting with text that reads, “UH Professor Discovers AI Data Center Cooling Method That Removes Heat 3x Better.”
Artificial intelligence systems demand enormous power and produce intense heat. A University of Houston professor has identified a cooling approach that dramatically improves how that heat is managed.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3ODYaGV
Venkat Selvamanickam wearing a suit in a research lab with text that reads, “University of Houston Professor Elected to National Academy of Engineering.”
University of Houston engineering professor Venkat Selvamanickam has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering for breakthroughs in superconducting technology that help make power grids stronger, more reliable and more efficient.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4ckrps7
The University of Houston, including campuses in Sugar Land and Katy, will be closed Sunday, Jan. 25 – Monday, Jan. 26 due to expected hazardous winter weather conditions.
https://www.uh.edu/emergency?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky.
Aerial photo of the area that the now-demolished Farish Hall once stood. Past that area is the space that the Cullen Family Plaza fountains previously occupied. Construction equipment is present as work continues to build Centennial Plaza.
Centennial Construction Project update: With the completion of the Farish Hall’s demolition, we’re one big step closer to seeing Centennial Plaza come to life!
2025 aerial view of the University of Houston campus covered in snow, featuring the Cullen Performance Hall with a large UH banner.
One year ago today, Houston experienced historic snowfall! ❄️
UH President Renu Khator smiles as she walks out of her office, matching a photo taken of her on her first day as president in 2008, 18 years ago. Text reads, “Renu Khator, President of University of Houston for 18 years.”
Today marks 18 years since Renu Khator became president of the University of Houston. Under her leadership, UH earned Tier One status, joined the Big 12, opened Houston’s first new medical school in nearly 50 years and grew enrollment by more than 40% to nearly 49,000 students.
Photo of the Cullen Performance Hall with its red UH banner on the University of Houston campus with text that says, “Carnegie Foundation Awards UH for Deep, Sustained Community Partnerships.”
The University of Houston has earned the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, placing UH among a select group of colleges and universities nationwide recognized for making community partnership a core part of their mission.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4qnSOha
Photo of Houston Men’s Basketball coach Kelvin Sampson with a quote that says, “I’ve always tried to coach these kids, these young men that I have, the way I would want somebody to coach my kid... Parents understand that when they send their kids here.”
Coach gets it. 🙌
Graphic featuring Tommy Tune with a bright red background with text that reads, “10-Time Tony Winner Tommy Tune Donates Broadway Collection to University of Houston.”
Tommy Tune’s journey in musical theater began at the University of Houston and now comes full circle. The UH alumnus and 10-time Tony Award winner has donated thousands of items from his Broadway collection to the University.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4qNYDV2
Thomas Muñoz, Chief of the Houston Fire Department, standing in front of a fire truck, holding a fire helmet. Includes a quote that says, “I can draw a straight line from UH to the rest of my career.”
Long before he became Houston’s fire chief, Thomas Muñoz was a first-generation UH student carrying the weight of a childhood spent in poverty.
Read his story: https://bit.ly/4jtnFWU
Hands raised as Cougar Paws celebrating at a University of Houston event, with “2026” prominently displayed in the foreground and fireworks in the background.
Happy New Year! 🥳
Graduation ceremony at the University of Houston’s Fertitta Center, with graduates in caps and gowns sitting and a crowd in the background.
Congratulations to the 4,162 students who graduated from the University of Houston this week! 🎓
The class rings are safe and sound! 😸
Today Shasta VII and Louie are guarding the newest class rings at the Houston Zoo, a tradition that takes place before the newest ring-eligible students and alumni receive them at their ceremony.
Wilhelmina’s Grove at the University of Houston — a modern outdoor seating area with red chairs near a covered stage, set against the sky as the sun sets.
View of a peaceful outdoor area at Wilhelmina’s Grove featuring a pathway leading past a small water feature and landscaped plants.
A person walking through Wilhelmina’s Grove with red chairs and young trees, under a modern covered stage.
Wilhelmina’s Grove is now open again! 🌳
The renovated space in the arts district now features an outdoor amphitheater, a water feature and additional landscaping. It’s the perfect spot for study breaks, conversations and spontaneous moments of campus life.
Three UH-branded jackets appear on a white starburst shape on a red background. The top caption reads "Need gift ideas?" in all caps.
Need help shopping for gifts? Bring some Cougar spirit home for the holidays!
Shop now: https://www.flipsnack.com/FFFADFD6AED/houston-cougars-holiday-gift-guide
University of Houston Football wins its game against Baylor, with a score of 31 to 24.
The Coogs take down Baylor in their final game of the regular season! 🏈💪
The end of an era - demolition of Farish Hall has officially begun. Slated to be completed by mid-January, this heralds in the second phase of Centennial Plaza, still expected to be completed by 2027.
What were your favorite memories of Farish Hall? Let us know in the comments!
UH graduates smiling at a commencement ceremony with text that reads, “University of Houston Named a Top 100 College for Future Leaders by TIME Magazine.”
TIME Magazine has once again named the University of Houston one of the nation’s top colleges for future leaders. UH ranks No. 77 on this year’s list, rising 11 spots from the inaugural rankings and standing alongside only two other Texas public universities.
Read more: https://bit.ly/43FbuQj
Students and faculty celebrate the No. 1 ranking of the Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship, with a headline that reads, “Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship Ranked #1 in Nation for Seventh Straight Year.”
The Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship has earned its seventh consecutive No. 1 national ranking from The Princeton Review, setting a new record for undergraduate entrepreneurship programs.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4ig3Q53
Joseph Tugler dunking a basketball with text that says, “Houston Men’s Basketball Earns Earliest #1 AP Ranking in Program History.”
History made. Houston climbs to No. 1 in the AP poll in just the second week — the earliest in program history. #ForTheCity
University of Houston Football wins its game against Central Florida, with a score of 30 to 27.
Houston, we have a W! 🚀
Coach Sampson on the court with his wife after earning his 800th career win.
Congratulations to Coach Sampson on his 800th career win! 🔥
View inside the Fertitta Center during a Houston Cougars basketball game, with a packed crowd in red attire and the court prominently visible.
Fan wearing a helmet and red spacesuit with 'Houston Basketball' and 'For The City' slogans, making a Cougar Sign at a crowded University of Houston basketball game.
A UH student proudly waves a Cougar Paw.
Shasta waves a UH flag from the center of the court before the start of the game.
HOUSTON COUGAR MEN’S BASKETBALL IS BACK!!!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! 🏀
University of Houston Football wins its game against Arizona State, with a score of 24 to 16.
The Coogs are 7-1 after taking down Arizona State! 🔥
University of Houston Football wins its Homecoming game against Arizona, with a score of 31 to 28.
With today’s win against Arizona, the Coogs are officially BOWL ELIGIBLE! 🔥
