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University of Houston launches institute to find new solutions to homelessness

Could the age of machine learning offer new tools to tackle homelessness? The University of Houston has launched the Institute for Housing, Homelessness and Health to find out. The university announced Wednesday morning that a $5 million gift from an anonymous donor will enable staff to bring together homeless service providers, professors and students to develop potential solutions, run pilots and conduct data analysis.

University of Houston Launches the Institute for Housing, Homelessness, and Health

The University of Houston has launched the Institute for Housing, Homelessness, and Health, an ambitious new university-wide initiative under UH Health that brings together expertise in healthcare, social work, public policy, law, data science and other disciplines to help communities better understand and ultimately end homelessness.

To Your UH Health! How the University of Houston is shaping the future of healthcare in Texas

Addressing Texas’ growing healthcare workforce shortage and rising demand for care, the University of Houston today announced the launch of UH Health, an academic health enterprise designed to integrate education, research and community engagement across the University.

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2026 White Coat Ceremony

July 25 at 10:00 A.M., the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine hosts the 2026 White Coat Ceremony and welcomes the incoming Class of 2030 as they don their white coats, a symbol of their position as medical students. They will take the stage and pledge their oaths at the outset of their incredible journey through post graduate studies. The entire College is filled with pride and excitement for the Class of 2030 on this momentous occasion. View more >>

2026 Preceptor Faculty Development Conference

This conference is designed to support clinical educators in enhancing their teaching and mentorship of medical learners. Throughout the day, participants will engage in focused sessions and collaborative discussions, exploring effective strategies for learner engagement, feedback, and assessment in clinical settings. The schedule also provides dedicated time to connect with peers, exchange insights, and strengthen educational practices in support of high-quality medical training. View more >>

2026 Commencement Ceremony

This coming May 14, the 2026 Commencement Ceremony marks a milestone for Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine as our third class dons their regalia, takes the stage and receives their diplomas. The entire College is filled with pride and excitement for the Class of 2026 on this prestigious occasion. View more >>

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Houston Chronicle

University of Houston launches institute to find new solutions to homelessness

August 26, 2026

University of Houston

University of Houston Launches the Institute for Housing, Homelessness, and Health

August 26, 2026

Fox 26 News

University of Houston launches $5M institute to address homelessness

August 26, 2026

Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine

JAMP and SOAR: Building Pathways to Medical Careers

August 24, 2026

University of Houston

UH Awarded $3.8M Grant to Expand Access to Technology-Enabled Prediabetes Care

August 19, 2026

Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine

The Power of Whole-Child Care

August 12, 2026

University of Houston

UH's Fertitta College of Medicine Welcomes Largest Class of Future Physicians in Its History

July 29, 2026

Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine

From Houston to Swansea, Medical Student Gains Global Perspective Through Research Exchange

July 28, 2026

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