Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity Program

If you require the help of DOR's proposal team, make sure you send an email with the request to preaward@central.uh.edu at least five business days prior to the deadline.

The University of Houston is pleased to announce the Awards for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity Program for 2026-2027. Awards of $5,000 each will be made to six (6) faculty, two (2) each at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor levels. Priority will be given to accomplishments while in service to the University of Houston.

Nominations are sought from all units across campus but should be limited to those individuals who are clearly exceptional. Faculty who have won an Award for Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity at any level may not be nominated again. We trust that these awards, although limited in number, will provide visibility and appreciation for the excellent research, scholarship and creative activity found throughout the University.

Nominations must be submitted by Tuesday, January 19, 2027, before 5 p.m.(CST).
No nominations will be accepted after the deadline.