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July 10, 2025

University of Houston Researchers Rewrite Maya History

At Caracol — the largest Maya site in Belize — University of Houston archaeologists (and husband-and-wife team) Drs. Arlen and Diane Chase have unearthed the tomb of Te K’ab Chaak, the city’s first ruler and founder of its royal dynasty. It’s the first confirmed royal burial found at the site in more than 40 years of excavation.

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August 5, 2025

UH Researchers See Future Power Problems in Texas

Power demand is quickly increasing across Texas, and new University of Houston research suggests the state’s power grid, in its current form, is not up to the challenge.

August 4, 2025

UH Survey Shows Inflation, Cost of Living Among Top Concerns for Greater Houston Area

A pioneering survey led by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs shows the economy, weather and public safety are among the top concerns of many Greater Houston area residents amid the region’s evolving landscape.

July 10, 2025

University of Houston Archaeologists Discover Tomb of First King of Caracol

Archaeologists from the University of Houston have uncovered the tomb of Te K’ab Chaak — Caracol’s first ruler and dynastic founder. It’s the first identifiable ruler’s burial found at the site in 40+ years of excavations.

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August 15, 2025

Make a Cougar’s First Impression Count!

Andy Moon, co-chair of Cougar First Impressions and manager of Technology Support Services, shares what makes Cougar First Impressions special and how to get involved to help new Coogs.

August 14, 2025

UH Expands Behavioral Health Programs to Meet Workforce Demand

The University of Houston is expanding its behavioral health offerings this fall to provide students with comprehensive training in a high-demand field with the goal of better serving the community.

August 13, 2025

UH Study Finds Positive Childhood Experiences Protect Against Disordered Eating

A University of Houston researcher is reporting that various childhood experiences, both good and bad, may shape college students’ eating behaviors.

August 12, 2025

Hobby School Survey Finds Harris County Voters Worry About Extreme Weather

With hurricane season entering its most active months, almost 90% of Harris County voters say they are worried the power will go out for a day or longer. More than four out of 10, or 42%, say they are “very worried” about losing power.

August 12, 2025

The Engines of John Lienhard’s Ingenuity

John Lienhard, the 94-year-old professor emeritus of technology and culture at UH, has left an indelible legacy on our understanding of how engineering and creativity converge.

August 5, 2025

UH Researchers See Future Power Problems in Texas

Power demand is quickly increasing across Texas, and new University of Houston research suggests the state’s power grid, in its current form, is not up to the challenge.

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August 13, 2025

Designing Future Foundations and Winning

August 13, 2025

Student Startups in 90 Seconds

August 13, 2025

College Earns Kudos for Mental Health Initiatives

August 11, 2025

Designing Minds, Building Futures

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