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Triplets Chiamaka, Somto and Anita Anigbogu graduated from UH together, each following their own path in economics, management information systems and computer information systems while leaning on the bond that helped carry them here.

Three University of Houston graduates in caps and gowns smile under text reading, “Triplets graduate together from the University of Houston.”

Engaged to be married and graduating from law school together, Emma Jenny and Tanner Shae are closing one UH chapter and beginning another!

Engaged University of Houston law graduates smile in caps and gowns, showing an engagement ring. Text reads: Engaged University of Houston law students graduating together.

Desiree Davis once toured the world with Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston and Usher. Now cancer-free after battling breast cancer twice, she has graduated summa cum laude from UH and is preparing for her next chapter as a sixth-grade science teacher. 🎓

Graduate in a cap and gown smiles with arms outstretched in front of white columns. Text reads: After beating cancer twice, Desiree Davis graduated summa cum laude.

More than 7,800 Coogs will cross the stage this week as the University of Houston celebrates the largest graduating class in its history.

Graduate in a black and red gown smiles and makes the Cougar hand sign during a University of Houston commencement ceremony. A headline reads, ”University of Houston Class of ’26 Is Its Largest Graduating Class Ever.”

The newest UH class rings have earned the cougars’ seal of approval! 😺 As part of a UH tradition, the rings spent time in the care of Shasta VII and Louie at the Houston Zoo before being presented at the spring 2026 Ring Ceremony.

UH and DHR Health have broken ground on a new medical research and education hub in the Rio Grande Valley to expand health education, advance research and improve access to care in one of Texas’ most rapidly growing regions. Read more: https://bit.ly/4sPXzjW

A rendering of a modern, multi-story building under clear blue skies, featuring logos of the University of Houston and DHR Health. A headline reads: "University of Houston and DHR Health Break Ground on New Rio Grande Valley Medical Hub."

Haleh Ardebili has been named a Guggenheim Fellow, one of the world’s most prestigious honors for scholars in the arts, sciences and humanities. She is the University of Houston’s 20th Guggenheim Fellow. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Q3iEKf

A woman in a red blazer stands in front of scientific equipment in a lab. A headline reads, “University of Houston Professor Haleh Ardebili Named Guggenheim Fellow.”

Today’s new U.S. News & World Report rankings show continued momentum for the University of Houston, with 19 graduate programs in the top 50 and 48 in the top 100. Read more: https://bit.ly/48xFgIV

Cougar statue with its mouth open in front of trees with pink flowers. A headline reads, “19 University of Houston Graduate Programs in Top 50 as Rankings Climb.”

The University of Houston is proud to announce plans for a third tower at Moody Towers, finally addressing the long-standing question of why there were only two. More details are expected soon, assuming the project survives approval, design review and the fact that it’s April 1.

Two towers at Moody Towers with a third, fictitious tower added between them that is identical to the others. A headline reads, “University of Houston Announces Plans to Build a Third Moody Tower.”

Family. ❤️

Coach Kelvin Sampson talking with Milos Uzan at a game. A quote from Sampson reads, “I don’t have to be their life, but they are my life.”

A tough ending doesn’t erase what this team meant to Houston all season. Thank you for representing this city. #ForTheCity #MarchMadness

Graphic with the profiles of Kelvin Sampson, Chris Cenac Jr., Milos Uzan, Emanuel Sharp, Kingston Flemings and Case McCarty in dramatic lighting. In front of a shining light in the center is “hashtag for the city.”

WHOSEEEEEE HOUSEEEE???

While the nation’s eyes are on the University of Houston during March Madness, here’s another reason to know our name: we’re a Forbes top 50 public university, and we’re still climbing. Read more: https://bit.ly/4d5Cm1l

The culture never changes. #ForTheCity

Emanuel Sharp in white jersey pointing upward, with quote that says, “The players change, but the culture never changes.”

With the nation’s longest active Sweet 16 streak on one side of campus and a second straight startup launch record on the other, UH’s momentum speaks for itself. Read more: https://bit.ly/40Mmfyr

A group of people smiling and posing for a photo in front of a “UH Technology Bridge” step and repeat backdrop. Some are making Cougar Paw hand gestures. A headline reads, “University of Houston Sets Second Straight Record for Startup Launches.”

THE COOGS ARE DANCING INTO THE SWEET 16! 🕺 #MarchMadness

Chris Cenac Jr., Emanuel Sharp and Joseph Tugler celebrating on the court. Text reads, “Advancing to the Sweet 16.”

TIME Magazine ranked UH among its Top 100 Colleges for Future Leaders, an honor that highlights the University’s role in preparing students to lead across industries and communities. Read more: https://bit.ly/4lo0PRr

University of Houston graduates smile together at their commencement ceremony. A headline reads, “University of Houston Named a Top 100 College for Future Leaders by TIME Magazine.”

The University of Houston’s Fertitta College of Medicine celebrated a 100% match rate on Match Day, with all 51 students in its largest class yet securing residency placements. Read more: https://bit.ly/4rO51eW

Group photo of dozens of medical students each holding signs that say “I matched!” A headline reads, “Largest University of Houston Medical Class Yet Earns 100% Match Rate on Match Day.”

COOGS WIN! Ready for round 2. 🔥 #MarchMadness

UH basketball player Joseph Tugler points as he is running with text that says, “Still Dancing!”

For nearly three decades, UH’s sports medicine expert, John Houston, has cared for student-athletes with one guiding principle: treat them like family. Here’s why: https://bit.ly/4cOR64y

John Houston pointing off camera as he walks down a hallway in Fertitta Center. Text reads, “The standard is simple: ‘What would you do if that was your kid?‘”

A leading cancer researcher from MIT is joining the University of Houston to develop new immunotherapies targeting lung cancer, backed by a $1.5 million investment from CPRIT. https://bit.ly/4cULDJy

Cancer Research Innovator Joins UH to Develop Immunotherapies for Lung Cancer | University of Houston

Backed by a $1.5M CPRIT award, MIT-trained researcher Akash Gupta joins UH to develop next-generation treatments targeting lung cancer.

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Big things are happening at UH. We climbed 12 spots in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings and landed on the “Most Innovative Schools” list for the very first time. Read more: https://bit.ly/4sFygkX

Wish the Coogs good luck as they leave Houston for Oklahoma City to play in the first round of March Madness! 🍀🏀

A lively outdoor scene shows a large group of people wearing red attire and holding red and white pom-poms, cheering and celebrating. They are gathered around UH student-athletes walking through, some carrying bags.

Coach Sampson walks through a line of fans cheering with pom-poms.

UH student-athlete walking by cheering fans outdoors.