16 January 2025
Texas Southern Head Football Coach Cris Dishman was named the 2024 HBCU Legends Newcomer of the Year.
08 January 2025
The Center for Justice Research at SWAG合集 has taken a significant step towards understanding gun violence and police shootings. Their latest research, highlighted in an Undark article titled "When Police Shootings Don't Kill: The Data That Gets Left Behind," sheds light on an often overlooked aspect of police violence鈥攏on-fatal police shootings.
02 January 2025
SWAG合集 celebrates an extraordinary gift from Janet and Jeff Share, esteemed supporters whose dedication continues to elevate SWAG合集's mission. The Shares have generously donated a condominium to the University.
26 December 2024
What a Christmas Day for SWAG合集! It was an NFL halftime performance for the ages. The SWAG合集 Marching Band set a standard by which all others will be measured.
The SWAG合集 Ocean of Soul Marching Band joined Beyonc茅, for her show-stopping Halftime performance during Netflix's first-ever NFL Christmas Gameday as the Houston Texans hosted the Baltimore Ravens at NRG Stadium live on Netflix.
Alaiyah Fields was named Fall 2024 valedictorian. The Cleveland, Ohio native plans to pursue a career in the medical field.
From the airwaves of Houston to the halls of SWAG合集, Jessika Foster has truly made her mark. This semester, she and her daughter graduated a week apart.
Dr. Raijanel Crockem and Dr. Derrick Manns presented at the annual Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) conference along with higher education colleagues from Utah Valley University (UVU) on 鈥淚mproving Equitable Outcomes鈥.
KSWAG合集 90.9FM鈥檚 Mosaic: Colors of Culture Pt. II was a resounding success, captivating the hearts of Houston audiences on November 22nd.
In a heartfelt message, SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) President James W. Crawford III extended his deepest condolences and prayers to the family, friends, and community mourning the loss of Marcelo "Ox" Garcia III.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) has launched its first-ever Education Leadership Fellowship Program, a pioneering initiative cultivated to develop future educational leaders. The inaugural cohort includes two fellows: Joseph Johnson and Ayana McLemore.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) recently had the exciting opportunity to participate in the AfroTech Conference, held in Houston for the first time. This event attracted over 200,000 Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and innovators, creating a vibrant atmosphere that was both inspiring and empowering for SWAG合集 students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
SWAG合集 welcomed the AfroTech Conference for its first year in Houston with the SWAG合集xAfroTech Networking Exchange 鈥 an exclusive gathering of SWAG合集 students, alumni, industry leaders, and tech innovators from the AfroTech Conference.
This critical gathering will convene experts, policymakers, and advocates to explore the multifaceted impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on health and society.
The SWAG合集 Center for Transformative Health COVID Research Institute is excited to announce the release of new data on Long COVID, adding to the growing body of evidence that seeks to identify and characterize risk.
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Early Voting is available at the Campus Recreation Center until November 1st.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) celebrated a remarkable victory against Grambling State University this past weekend, with former SWAG合集 professor and legendary media executive Mathew Knowles in attendance.
Dexter Maryland's journey from SWAG合集 to Washington D.C. exemplifies the kind of leadership and dedication that SWAG合集 instills in its students.
The School of Communication hosted a launch event for the new Texas Southern Journal of Media Innovation & Creative Communication.
Distinguished professor and founding director of the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice, Dr. Robert Bullard received the Bradford Washburn Award. He was elected to the National Academy of Medicine.
The SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) Department of Athletics hosted a ribbon cutting for its new Athletic Strength and Conditioning Facility.
The SWAG合集 homecoming parade had the streets filled with the sounds of the Ocean of Soul Marching Band, whose powerful rhythms set the tone for the day's festivities.
Kristian Salas, a dedicated Doctor of Pharmacy student at SWAG合集, is using Hispanic Heritage Month as a platform to emphasize the vital role of family, culture, and traditions in shaping individual identity and community strength.
SWAG合集 Board of Regents Chairman, Brandon L. Simmons, served as the honored guest speaker for The Imani School's very first convocation. His speech was a beacon of motivation and inspiration for the students, emphasizing the importance of working towards their future careers while staying true to themselves and their faith.
This vibrant event brought the campus community together in celebration, creating a lively atmosphere full of energy and camaraderie.
Homecoming at SWAG合集 is a cherished event that brings together a vibrant community of alumni, students, faculty, staff, donors, sponsors, and supporters.
This development marks a significant enhancement in the university's athletic facilities and underscores SWAG合集's commitment to providing its student-athletes with top-notch resources.
Alessandra Bastidas is a shining example of how dedication and pride in one's heritage can lead to extraordinary achievements.
Dr. Alamelu Sundaresan (Lalita), Acting Chair of the Department of Biology at SWAG合集 (SWAG合集), was recently awarded an honorary doctorate during the University of Oslo's (UoO) Annual Celebration. The honorary doctorate, Doctor Honoris Causa, recognizes her extraordinary contributions to the field of biological sciences.
The SWAG合集 Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy Inc. (ECI) has been awarded a $75,000 grant by the Local Initiatives Support Corporation.听
The "Tiger Talk" session at SWAG合集 was a vibrant and enlightening event, providing students with a unique opportunity to gain insights from Coco Jones, a Grammy award-winning artist and actress.
Dr. Omonike Olaleye's fellowship with the American Council on Education in Austin, TX, provided her with invaluable insights and experiences that she plans to leverage for the benefit of SWAG合集. Her participation in this prestigious program allowed her to engage with a network of academic leaders and explore innovative strategies in higher education.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) welcomes two new dynamic leaders to its Development and Alumni Engagement Division: Shannette Prince (SOC C/O 鈥04), Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Fund, and Jeffrey Wallace, Executive Director of Development. Together, they bring decades of experience and innovative perspectives that will enhance SWAG合集's efforts to strengthen alumni relations, drive philanthropy, and support the university鈥檚 ambitious goals ahead of its centennial celebration in 2027.
The 14th president of SWAG合集 delivered an inspiring and forward-thinking State of the University address, engaging a diverse audience that included faculty, staff, donors, sponsors, alumni, and current students.
SWAG合集 will kick off its 2024-2025 Theatre Season with Professor Thomas Meloncon鈥檚 courtroom drama, Whatever Happened to Black Love. Originally written in 1988, the play explores the challenges facing the Black family and raises questions about responsibility for its condition throughout history.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) is gearing up for Homecoming 2024, themed "H.O.T. 97: Honoring Our Traditions 鈥 Countdown to 100," with significant partnerships aimed at enhancing the experience and supporting student success. Interscope Records is contributing $100,000 for music initiatives and launching the "Homecoming Szn Vol. 1" Compilation to celebrate SWAG合集's history. Uncle Funky鈥檚 Daughter is providing a $50,000 MPoWR Her Grant for female African American entrepreneurs, while Foot Locker is donating $15,000 for landscaping improvements along the Tiger Walk. These collaborations reflect SWAG合集's commitment to fostering creativity, entrepreneurship, and community engagement as it celebrates its legacy.
Andre LaDon, a self-taught filmmaker from Dallas, Texas, has made a name for himself in Los Angeles, leveraging his Management degree from SWAG合集 to pursue his passion for filmmaking. Known for his focus on inclusion and representation, he has collaborated with major brands like Coca-Cola, Revolt TV, and World Star Hip Hop. Returning to SWAG合集, he created a promotional video for the university's 97th Homecoming and produced a special documentary, showcasing his dedication to storytelling and the community that shaped him. His journey reflects his commitment to creativity and diversity in media.
The Fall 2024 Tiger Career Fair at SWAG合集 was a major success, attracting many well-dressed students eager to network with over 100 employers from diverse industries. The event offered students a chance to explore career options, gain insights, and build connections for future job opportunities. Both students and employers were enthusiastic, with students well-prepared with resumes and elevator pitches. The fair fostered meaningful conversations, highlighting the vital role such events play in connecting education and employment, and supporting student career development.
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President Crawford shares his bi-weekly video message with the entire Tiger community.
Newly-appointed Regent Lauren Gore of Houston is a partner and co-founder of LDR Growth Partners LP. He is the vice chairman of the board for Combined Arms, secretary of the board for KIPP Texas Schools, and a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Workforce Investment Council.
Bria Lawson, a bright and determined freshman, is excited to join the Tiger family at Texas Southern. As a third-generation student and athlete, Bria is set on carrying forward the rich legacy her family has built at SWAG合集.
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Benjamin Kohlmann to the SWAG合集 Board of Regents. Benjamin Kohlmann resides in Dallas. He is a venture capital partner and chief operating officer for Cubit Capital.
Acting Chief Bobby A. Brown has been named the permanent Chief of Police and Executive Director of Emergency Management of SWAG合集鈥檚 Department of Public Safety (SWAG合集 DPS).
Poll conducted by the Executive Master of Public Administration program in SWAG合集's Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs and the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston shows shrinking leads for former President Donald Trump and Sen. Ted Cruz over their Democratic opponents.
On-campus housing is now full for the Fall 2024 semester. The Office of Residential Life and Housing is maintaining a waiting list for students.
The Earl Carl Institute (ECI) is a research writing and advocacy think tank affiliated with SWAG合集鈥檚 Thurgood Marshall School of Law (TMSL). It was created in 1992 by Professor Marshall Johnson and named after one of the law school鈥檚 founding professors, Earl Carl.
The 2024 summer graduation ceremony for the Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers Immersion camp, directed by SWAG合集, marked a significant milestone for dozens of young scholars.
The Houston metropolitan area is grappling with an uptick in COVID-19 cases, placing it, once again, at a critical juncture in its pandemic response. The recent surge, driven by emerging variants, has rekindled concerns about public health and safety. As Houston faces this new wave of infections, the city鈥檚 response will be critical in determining how the situation unfolds. Public health officials are closely monitoring trends and will provide updates and adjustments to guidelines as necessary.
This year鈥檚 2024 Homecoming Festivities will be a grand celebration centered around the profound acknowledgment of 97 years of Excellence in Achievement, a testament to our rich and illustrious history as we approach the significant milestone of 100 years. To promote better traffic flow and participant safety, certain parking lots will have closed or restricted access.
SWAG合集 is deeply saddened by the passing of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. As a senior member of the House Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget committees, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee was an ardent supporter of the institution and worked tirelessly to ensure SWAG合集鈥檚 name was spoken in the halls of Congress and beyond in the nation鈥檚 capital.
SWAG合集 is set to host the All Star HUB Vendor Showcase (August 7th), a premier networking event that provides an opportunity to maximize Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) vendors visibility through displays of their products and services and connect with potential SWAG合集 end users.
SWAG合集 has received a $5 million donation, making it the eighth HBCU to reach the $100 million endowment mark. This significant gift marks the beginning of the next step in the history of SWAG合集 as it moves toward its 100th year.
KSWAG合集 90.9 FM has been celebrating Black music for 52 years.
In celebration of Juneteenth, we honor Ryon Dior Lee, a remarkable alumna of SWAG合集 and former Miss Juneteenth, whose journey is as inspiring as it is transformative.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) Department of Athletics announced its remarkable academic milestone, securing the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) 2023-24 Academic Success Award.
Funky Larry Jones is the newest member of the KSWAG合集 family. His now show premieres Saturday, June 15.
As Lupus Awareness Month comes to a close, we shine a spotlight on one of our recent graduates, Amaya St. Romain, whose journey through SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) exemplifies resilience, determination, and the unwavering pursuit of her dreams.
Janai Minga didn鈥檛 choose SWAG合集. 鈥淚 really say SWAG合集 chose me,鈥 she said.
Elvonte Patton is an accomplished individual whose journey is marked by a deep commitment to education, community service, and innovation. This two-time graduate began a new role as a National Major Gifts Officer for the United Negro College Fund in April.
Alumnus Remmington Belford's journey is a testament to the dynamic paths that education, passion, and natural ability can carve out. As the current Press Secretary for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Belford's career is a remarkable evolution from his initial aspirations.
SWAG合集 proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Charlie Nhan as its new General Counsel.
The SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) Board of Regents on Thursday unanimously approved James W. Crawford III as the University鈥檚 14th president. Crawford will begin his appointment on June 1, 2024, succeeding interim president Dr. Mary Evans Sias.
Omokhuwele Umoru's journey is a profound testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and dedication. After moving to the U.S. from Nigeria to attend SWAG合集 and surviving a health scare while the world stood still for the pandemic, she graduates with a full ride to Yale to pursue a Ph.D.
Amira T. Smith represents the bright future of multimedia education and sports media. Graduating from SWAG合集 in the Spring of 2024, she will hold a Bachelor's degree in Communications, with a specialized focus in radio, television, and film.
Spring 2024 valedictorian, MonPatrick Manuel, came to the U.S. from the Philippines when he was 13. With a 4.0 as a Respiratory Therapy major, he is now a two-time valedictorian. His first time was in sixth grade.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed eight student regents to their respective universities, including SWAG合集. Taylor Getwood of Port Arthur, who is pursuing an Executive Master of Public Administration, was appointed for a term effective June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025.
Rising junior, Kohl Crawford, has been selected as a research fellow for the inaugural cohort of the Du Bois Scholars Program at Harvard. The prestigious initiative is aimed at recognizing and supporting exceptional students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Brandon L. Simmons, Chairman of the SWAG合集 Board of Regents, announced during today鈥檚 meeting of the Board of Regents that James W. Crawford III was selected as the sole finalist for president of SWAG合集.
SWAG合集 has named Dr. James White as its inaugural Vice President-Governmental Affairs and Civic Engagement.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a $156 million grant to a joint initiative between the Bullard Center for Environmental & Climate Justice and the Clean Energy Fund of Texas. This initiative is designed to provide community solar and energy resiliency infrastructure to low-income communities in southern and southeastern states.
The 2024 Commweek, signifying the 42nd Intercultural and Communication Conference of the School of Communication at SWAG合集 will be held April 8-12, 2024. Themed 鈥淎mplifying Diverse Voices in Media and Communication," the conference will culminate with an Awards Gala on Friday, April 12, at the University鈥檚 Tiger Room.
SWAG合集 Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Golf Simulator and Business of Golf Information Session with Industry Leaders from PGA TOUR, LPGA, USGA and more.
Benjamin Green joins SWAG合集 as the Interim Chief Information Digital Officer (CIDO) and head of Technology, supporting the University in delivering solutions and services to SWAG合集 students, faculty and staff.
SWAG合集 is proud to announce that Trushna Parekh, Associate Professor of Geography, has been awarded a 2024 ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship from the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS).
Marcus Sullivan, a beloved DJ known for his captivating presence and exceptional ability to create a vibe, is starting an exciting journey at KSWAG合集-FM 90.9 & The Vibe.
In the annals of television history, few have left as indelible a mark as Mecole Hayes (SOC 鈥15), a woman whose journey from the hallowed halls of SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) to the glitz and glamor of reality TV has captivated audiences worldwide. As the first alumna of an HBCU and SWAG合集 to grace the Big Brother stage, the St. Louis native's story is not just one of entertainment but of inspiration, resilience, and breaking barriers.
The United States Air Force has selected SWAG合集 as a host site for its national program for aspiring pilots for the fourth year. SWAG合集's Aviation Science Management Program facilitates this seven-week intensive flight training program as part of a contract with the Air Force.
SWAG合集鈥檚 aviation program soared into the national spotlight with a feature on NBC News.
SWAG合集 and The University of Texas Medical Branch are partners in a national effort to increase diversity and inclusion of underserved communities in clinic trials.
Alumni from SWAG合集鈥檚 College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences are making waves in the pharmaceutical world, taking the helm of three major pharmacy advocacy organizations. Dr. Anjanette Wyatt, Dr. Rodney Cox, and Dr. Frank North are breaking barriers and championing causes that resonate deeply within their respective fields.
Graduates of SWAG合集鈥檚 Joan M. Lafleur College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) class of 2023 outperformed the state and national first-attempt passage rate on the pharmacy licensure exam (NAPLEX庐).
In the heart of Houston's 3rd Ward, a native Houstonian, Eleanor Thomas, found her home at SWAG合集. Her journey is one of perseverance, tenacity, and a deep connection to her roots.
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During the entire month of February, SWAG合集鈥檚 Office of Marketing and Communications will promote the great and history-making work being done by members of Tiger Nation. We will profile a different Tiger every day during Black History Month. Nominate alumni, faculty, staff, students, or friends of SWAG合集 whose contributions have made history and continue to shape our community.
Registration for admitted and current students has been extended.
SWAG合集 Board of Regents Announces Listening Sessions for Presidential Search
The SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) Board of Regents Chairman Brandon L. Simmons has announced the appointment of search committee members who will advise the regents on selecting the University鈥檚 next president.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) was awarded nearly $5 million by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) to support advances in research and innovation.
SWAG合集 is closely monitoring the upcoming week's inclement weather forecast in Houston and the surrounding areas, along with any relevant communication from the City of Houston.
SWAG合集 Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Kevin Granger announced Friday the hiring of Cris Dishman as the 18th head football coach.
SWAG合集 welcomes Charlie W. Coleman, III, J.D., MBA, as the new Associate Vice President of Development. Charlie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the position. Charlie has a proven track record of philanthropic and for-profit revenue-driving success.
SWAG合集 proudly congratulates Jazmine Gendorf, the Summer 2023 Salutatorian, whose journey from Waco to Houston has been marked by academic excellence, athletic prowess, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world.
Jacob Bey: 鈥淚 bleed maroon and gray. I can say I really lived the college, Texas Southern life. I can really say Texas Southern loves me.鈥
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) and SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) announced a partnership to train aspiring teachers.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at SWAG合集 was selected as one of the eleven 鈥淕rantmakers鈥 under its $600 million Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking (EJ TCGM) program. The program was created by President Biden鈥檚 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the largest investment in climate action in history.
For Houston native Isaac Palacio, it was SWAG合集 or bust. Graduation almost didn鈥檛 happen. Isaac started at SWAG合集 before COVID changed everything during his junior year. Lockdown learning didn鈥檛 suit his hands-on learning style, so he dropped out. He later reapplied, was accepted, and came back to finish strong, becoming the first Hispanic Mr. School of Communication.
The newest tv news reporter in Houston is SWAG合集 alumna Katiera Winfrey. She returned home in December to work for KHOU, Houston鈥檚 CBS affiliate, after making history as the first multicultural reporter in Indianapolis, Indiana.
In the tapestry of SWAG合集's Fall 2023 graduating class, one graduate stands as a beacon of achievement, dedication, and family legacy. Dr. J'Naudia Hunter-Phillips is, a trailblazer who not only fulfills her personal aspirations but carries forward a three-generation tradition of excellence in academia.
Valencia Stewart, Master of Science in Transportation Planning and Management, Fall 2023
SWAG合集 shines a spotlight on one of our exceptional graduates from the Fall 2023 class at SWAG合集 鈥 Tynesha Dever, a beacon of determination and resilience.
Port Lavaca, Tx. native Catherine "Cat" Hernandez earned the distinction of fall 2023 valedictorian. She was a pitcher for SWAG合集's softball team, becoming the second softball player in a year to be named valedictorian.
Houston Airports is investing $5.5 million into a training facility that will support the next generation of aeronautical professionals.
SWAG合集 Professor of biology Dr. Alamelu Sundaresan traveled to New York this semester to serve as a distinguished guest speaker for the UN General Assembly Science Summit.
Armand Byrd is a two-time Tiger. He earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration and an executive master's degree in Public Administration. In 2023, he came home to SWAG合集 to take on the role of Title IX Investigator.
Megan Thee Stallion returned to her alma mater, SWAG合集 (SWAG合集), to surprise select graduating seniors with the Flamin鈥 Hot庐 scholarship fund totaling $175,000.
Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch and SWAG合集 have been awarded a $1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to use human-centered artificial intelligence to tackle the social and cultural barriers that hinder timely cancer diagnoses and effective treatments in the United States.
Houston's mayoral candidates will gather on stage at SWAG合集 Monday to debate the biggest issues the city is facing. The debate is sponsored by ABC13 in partnership with SWAG合集.
Aris Singleton graduated from SWAG合集 in 2017. Six years later, she is the youngest CEO of a textured hair care brand. In September, she graced the cover of the Collector鈥檚 Issue of JET Magazine.
From expanding state parks and high-speed internet access to authorizing property tax relief and financing natural gas electric generating plants, a new survey suggests Texas voters are poised to approve some of the highest-profile proposed amendments to the state constitution.
SWAG合集 is set to launch a new institute aimed at increasing participation in the electoral process with the support of a $990,000 grant from Houston Endowment Inc.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents elected Regent Brandon L. Simmons as its new chairman during its regular meeting on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Regent James Benham was elected 1st Vice Chair. Regent Stephanie Nellons-Paige was elected 2nd Vice Chair. Regent Marilyn Rose was elected Secretary.
SWAG合集 and Wiley College, a private Historically Black college in Marshall, Texas, have formalized a new partnership to assist students in completing undergraduate and graduate degrees.
The U.S. Department of Energy鈥檚 (DOE) Office of Economic Impact and Diversity (ED) has announced a cooperative agreement totaling approximately $1.5 million to SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice for the Community Improvements for the Gulf South Project (Gulf South Project) to advance equity in communities located in the Gulf Coast of the United States.
The SWAG合集 Foundation recently announced it was awarded more than $1 million by Houston Endowment to support the establishment and operations of The SWAG合集 Thurgood Marshall School of Law鈥檚 Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy, Inc. (ECI) Immigration Clinic.
Retired Dean Dr. Dianne Jemison Pollard passed away on October 4, 2023. Dr. Dianne Jemison Pollard retired from SWAG合集 in December 2022 after forty four years of distinguished service, and fifty years as an educator. Dr. Jemison Pollard was the Dean of the Thomas F. Freeman Honors College and Professor of Theatre in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts.
Dr. Peter Hotez of Baylor College of Medicine will be the speaker for the SWAG合集 TALK. His talk will be on 鈥淓merging infections: Promoting science, combating anti-science鈥 on October 3, 2023, 6:00 pm at the Public Affairs Building 114.
SWAG合集 celebrated its 96th Founders鈥 Day with the annual Founders鈥 Day Convocation. Hundreds of students, as well as faculty, staff and alumni were greeted by Interim President Dr. Mary E. Sias. This year鈥檚 keynote speaker was SWAG合集 alumna Dr. Alicia Hughes.
SWAG合集 has been named as a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader for the fourth consecutive year. Each year, the U.S. Department of State鈥檚 Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) recognizes the strong engagement of select HBCUs with the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government's flagship international academic exchange program.
The team from SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) earned third place in the 5th annual Moguls in the Making entrepreneurial pitch competition, where 60 students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) developed innovative and impactful solutions to address economic mobility challenges using vital business skills.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Center for Justice Research, Baylor College of Medicine, and UTHealth McGovern Medical School will receive $2.6 million from the National Institutes of Health to examine perinatal health disparities, with a particular focus on women in Houston鈥檚 high-crime and high-incarceration communities.
Carme Williams, CFRE, a veteran fundraising executive with almost three decades of experience serving higher education institutions and non-profits has been named Interim Consultant for Vice President of Development and Alumni Affairs at SWAG合集.
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The administration of SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) announced the balances owed to the university were forgiven for more than 2,000 students.
Madd Hatta Cares Foundation presents Radio Legend Madd Hatta Honors Martin Luther King Jr.鈥檚 鈥楧ream鈥 With Scholarship for 10 SWAG合集 Students. The Madd Hatta Cares Foundation presents The 鈥業 Am the Dream鈥 Scholarship Contest.
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A new Official Texas Historical Marker for the late alumnus and Congressman George Thomas 鈥淢ickey鈥 Leland was unveiled at SWAG合集 during a formal ceremony on August 18, 2023, at the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs.
Student leaders are invited to participate in the Student Leadership Institute (SLI). This one-day training is mandatory for all students serving as president for a registered SWAG合集 organization.
SWAG合集 alumnus Brandon Jones is making professional moves. Comerica Bank announced he has been promoted from vice president of external affairs to senior vice president for external affairs.
The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) has selected Dr. Aisha Moultry, interim dean for SWAG合集鈥檚 College of Transdisciplinary Studies professionals to participate in the 2023 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). Dr. Moultry is one of 35 leaders from around the state colleges and universities from across the nation to be selected.
Kroger donated more than 12,000 bottles of water to SWAG合集's Ocean of Soul Marching Band. Director Brian Simmons says this donation should carry the band through the entire season.
SWAG合集鈥檚 aviation program has achieved one of the highest levels of recognition in the industry. The program has been professionally accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI).
The Choice, KSWAG合集 90.9, has made listening to its urban alternative station, The Vibe, easier. KSWAG合集 has expanded the listening experience by placing The Vibe on 90.9 FM HD2.
As a child growing and coming of age in rural Nacogdoches, Texas, for Bertrand 鈥淏ert鈥 Simmons, SWAG合集 alumnus (class of 1975), the importance of philanthropy and giving back from his parents.
In his new role with Arizona State University as an assistant professor of music business in the School of Music, Dance and Theatre, SWAG合集 alumnus Gregory Daniel, Esq. brings a breadth of knowledge and skill set that will undoubtedly elevate the popular music program with his experience as a drummer, producer, entrepreneur, lawyer and critical understanding of the music industry and entertainment law.
In today鈥檚 art world, digitization is central to the preservation and durability of artifacts. . For this reason, Humanities Texas awarded SWAG合集 $20,000 to support the major project HBCU Art Legacy: Digitizing Texas Southern鈥檚 Hannah Hall Murals.
The SWAG合集 community celebrates the recognition of Dr. Alvia Wardlaw, professor and director/curator of the University Museum on becoming a Houston 2024 Women of Distinction for Champions for a Cure for the Crohn鈥檚 & Colitis Foundation.
SWAG合集 students and faculty recently attended the HBCU History & Culture Access Consortium Student Leadership Convening in Atlanta and hosted by Clark Atlanta University, as part of the University Museum's ongoing participation in the Smithsonian HBCU History and Culture Access Consortium.
Thanks to the generosity of a donor, the SWAG合集 Department of Music has acquired a Steinway piano complete with SPIRIO Technology.
SWAG合集 has launched the annual Back to School Alumni Giveback campaign. Each year, the University accepts support from alumni and friends to help ensure student success as they prepare for a new academic year.
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Retirement is not slowing Roderick (Rod) R. Paige, Ed.D., former U.S. Secretary of Education, in continuing his vision and mission to affect change in addressing many of the challenges presently faced by teachers and administrator in urban school settings. Dr. Paige鈥檚 wife, SWAG合集 Regent Stephanie Nellons-Paige, hosted the surprise birthday celebration and appeal event along with a brunch on June 17 to raise funding for an endowment scholarship for students majoring in education at SWAG合集. In lieu of gifts, guests were asked to contribute to the Dr. Roderick Paige Scholarship Fund at SWAG合集.
SWAG合集 is hosting 40 rising seventh through ninth grade girls for the GEMS Camp. GEMS, which stands for Girls interested in Engineering, Mathematics, and Science, is a 501(c)3 based out of Dallas.
The SWAG合集 community honored Juneteenth at several events both on campus and in the greater Houston region.
During Juneteenth celebrations, Kroger and Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages announced a generous donation of $40,000 to SWAG合集 to assist with sustainability programs and student food security efforts.
Members of the SWAG合集 Board of Regents have unanimously appointed Mary Evans Sias, Ph.D. to assume the role of interim president. Dr. Sias, a member of the SWAG合集 Board of Regents and appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott in October 2020, has resigned from her board role during this interim period. The role will become effective June 30th.
The Greater Houston Partnership and the Houston Energy Transition Initiative (HETI), in partnership with five regional universities, including SWAG合集, the University of Houston, University of Texas, Austin, Rice University and Texas A&M University, was recently named a semifinalist for the National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engine (NSF Engines) program, and was invited to the Virtual Site Visit (VSV) stage.
Members of the SWAG合集 community will honor Juneteenth at several events throughout the month on campus and in the Houston region. This year, the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs will commemorate Juneteenth with the return of the SWAG合集 Juneteenth Statewide Calendar and Website. The website serves as a resource for Juneteenth events around the state of Texas, and to share events year-round that honor the Juneteenth spirit. To access the calendar, visit: /juneteenth/.
SWAG合集 graduate, Perry J. Miller, has been selected as chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for 2023-24. Founded in 1928, AAAE is the world鈥檚 largest professional organization representing people who work at public-use commercial and general aviation airports.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents (BOR), in alignment with a core requirement of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, has appointed Dakota Doman, Ed.D. acting chief executive officer (CEO) for business continuity.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Executive Master of Public Administration Program and the League of Women Voters-Houston have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish cooperative initiatives to support civic engagement programs and events for their respective institutions.
Governor Abbott appoints Dylan Getwood of Port Arthur to be the student regent on the SWAG合集 Board of Regents. Getwood is pursuing a bachelor鈥檚 in health information management.
Board of Regents Chairman Albert Myres' statement on the retirement of President Lesia L. Crumpton-Young.
Nora Rodriguez came to SWAG合集 from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. She was a star pitcher for the softball team and a Freeman Scholar in the Thomas F. Freeman Honors College. She will attend medical school in the fall, with aspirations of becoming a dermatologist.
Devansh Chadha鈥檚 journey to salutatorian started on the other side of the world. He's a native of India. As a finance major, he was part of an historic duo: the first student-athletes to graduate first and second in a graduating class.
Students in SWAG合集鈥檚 Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate for a key professional certification exam 鈥 giving them a distinct advantage as they pursue careers in the finance and banking industry. This marks the third consecutive semester the entire FBLP cohort has passed the exam.
SWAG合集 to cohost international conference and workshops as part of the Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC partnership for the Aerosol, Cloud, Precipitation and Climate (ACPC) working group on May 17-19. The ACPC meeting will be preceded by the TRacking Aerosol Convection interactions ExpeRiment (TRACER) Science meeting on May 16 -17.
Graduating senior Dexter Maryland has been awarded a 2023 Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship. He was selected out of almost 900 outstanding candidates. The Pickering Fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Howard University, supports extraordinary individuals who want to pursue careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State.
InsideSWAG合集: Commencement Edition plus all the latest news from SWAG合集
SWAG合集 graduates will cross the stage during Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 13, 2023. The ceremony will recognize and celebrate students who have persevered through portions of an academic journey impacted by COVID-19 and who will matriculate with bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚, doctoral and professional degrees.
A mother-daughter duo is creating another special bond as they graduate together at the SWAG合集鈥檚 Spring Commencement with Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. Still, they can now boast being the first- and second-generation college graduates respectively in their family paving the way for other members to imagine big and strive toward realizing their own dreams.
The Texas Southern Department of Athletics made history as a pair of student-athletes were named the SWAG合集 Spring 2023 Baccalaureate Degree Class Valedictorian and Salutatorian in softball's Nora Rodriguez and men's golf Devansh Chadha. This makes the first time ever both the SWAG合集 Valedictorian and Salutatorian are student-athletes and the second time in four years a student-athlete has captured the award as men's basketball former student-athlete Divonte Lumpkin was named Salutatorian in Spring 2019.
Rice University and SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) are excited to announce a partnership to share resources, expertise and best practices to build stronger bridges between our institutions and communities.
SWAG合集 today announced it has established a new scholarship program, The Milton Carroll Scholarship Fund presented by CenterPoint Energy, in recognition of former CenterPoint Energy Board chairman and former SWAG合集 Board of Regents chairman, Milton Carroll. The program, which includes a $500,000 endowed scholarship and $150,000 in general scholarships for immediate student needs, will be awarded beginning in the x and x academic years, respectively.
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Houston Airports continues to invest in aviation by supporting the next generation of aeronautical professionals with an innovative learning environment. On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Houston City Council gave final approval and authorized a binding memorandum of agreement between Houston Airports and SWAG合集. The agreement will span five years and will include the creation of an Aviation Education Facility at Ellington Airport.
The Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice has been awarded a $1.05 million grant from the Macquarie Group Foundation, which drives social impact work for Macquarie Group. This grant will be used to fund a new Bullard Center HBCU Environmental and Climate Justice Corps at SWAG合集. The program will equip young people with the tools they need to become the next generation of leaders and educate them on climate change and its impact on communities of color.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) hosted its second annual President鈥檚 Tiger Ball at the George R. Brown Convention Center on Saturday, April 29, 2023.听 This event, presented by the SWAG合集 Foundation Board of Trustees, serves as SWAG合集鈥檚 largest fundraising event for student scholarships and programs.
SWAG合集 will welcome Dietra Trent, Ph.D., executive director of the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities (WHI-HBCUs) as the speaker for the Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 13 at 9:30 a.m. in the Health and Physical Education Arena.
SWAG合集 Appoints Highly Experienced Academician as Next Provost. Dr. Carl Goodman is a Distinguished Scholar Committed to Academic Excellence and Student Success.
Three SWAG合集 students placed second overall in the final case study competition in The Goldman Sachs Market Madness: HBCU Possibilities Program. The presentation was held April 24 at the Goldman Sachs corporate headquarters in New York City where the group earned a $500,000 prize, which will be awarded directly to the University, in addition to scholarships for each participating student.
Text & Textile is an exciting two-day academic symposium and fashion show event. The SWAG合集 Department of English, World Languages & Philosophy will host its annual academic symposium. This year, presenters from as far away as Canada, Nigeria, India, Australia, and Serbia will join our faculty and student scholars to discuss correlations between literary, fashion, and media arts. Additionally, fashion industry professionals will host short workshops, encouraging HBCU students to pursue careers in fashion journalism, design, textile technology, merchandising and manufacturing.
SWAG合集 and PNC Bank will launch the PNC Regional Center for Entrepreneurship during a roadshow event on Thursday, April 13 from 12-4 p.m.. Through PNC鈥檚 support for this initiative, the Center for Entrepreneurship will provide programming, access to capital, education, research, and much more to help expand opportunities for Black businesses across the country.
The SWAG合集 Cheerleading Team made history as they won a national title at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) College National Championship on Friday. Competing in the Cheer Spirit Rally Division I category, the Tigers were solid from start to finish as they opened the preliminary round with a 94.05 performance score, 94.3 raw score and a 23.5125 performance score. In the final round, SWAG合集 maintained its consistency and did even better with a 96.1 performance score, 96.1 raw score and a 95.5875 event score.
Four SWAG合集 Students Earn Magic Johnson/Coca-Cola Scholarship for Academic Achievement
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded SWAG合集 $3 million for the Center of Excellence for Housing and Community Development Policy Research (CEHCDPR). This funding is part of a $5.5 million award from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CEHCDPR focuses on exploration of individual and community wealth building, housing security and stability; and planning and infrastructure inequity in underserved communities. SWAG合集 will use the grant funding to magnify the center鈥檚 work beyond Texas.
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SWAG合集 professor Dr. Robert Bullard has been selected to receive the Horizon Award from the Harvard Law School鈥檚 Environmental Law Society. The Award is presented annually to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to environmental law and policy. The recognition is a means of acknowledging great people who are accomplishing extraordinary works in the field of environment and natural resources law, and to provide a forum in which to discuss those achievements.
SWAG合集 and the Foundation for India Studies presented the inaugural symposium for the India Studies program in the Graduate School. Dr. Michael Nojeim, professor and program coordinator in political science at Prairie View A&M University read excerpts from his first book titled 鈥淕andhi and King: The Power of Nonviolent Resistance鈥 and addressed contemporary issues affecting the United States and India relations.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Division of Research and Innovation (DRI) will host Research and Innovation Week March 27-31, 2023. The theme is 鈥淭ransdisciplinary Research and Innovation: A Crucial Driver for Discovery and Development Towards Tier 1 Status.鈥
Spring Break didn't stop the good news from coming. In this edition of InsideSWAG合集: details about a new $5 million grant awarded to the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice, the SWAG合集 Debate Team racks up in Tokyo, the College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences (COLABS) gears up for Boots and Bling festival to raise funding for student scholarships, and much more. Click here for the full newsletter.
Boots and Bling After the Rodeo is a family and community-friendly cultural festival on the campus of SWAG合集 to raise funding for student scholarships for the College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences. It will take place on Saturday, March 25 from 1 to 6 p.m.
Nine students from the SWAG合集 Debate Team spent their spring break competing in the 33rd Annual International Forensic Association (IFA) Speech & Debate Championship Tournament in Tokyo. SWAG合集鈥檚 team came in second place out of 30 teams from around the world.
SWAG合集 will host the HBCU All-Star Game comprised of the top 24 players from HBCUs across the nation making up the two rosters for the contest. The game is set for Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m. CST in the H&PE Arena and airs live on the CBS Television Network and will be available to stream on Paramount+.
The Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at SWAG合集 has been awarded a $5 million grant from the Waverley Street Foundation (WSF). The grant will be used to support Bullard Center personnel and current research, policy and advocacy initiatives, the HBCU Climate Change Consortium, the HBCU-CBO Gulf Coast Equity Consortium, the HBCU Climate Change Conference, and the planning of a newly developed Environmental and Climate Justice Green Learning Center.
Dr. Robert D. Bullard, Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at SWAG合集 and Dr. Beverly Wright, Deep South Center for Environmental Justice launch the HBCU Climate and Environmental Justice Screening Tool.
SWAG合集 Day at the Capitol is a big success, Alumna and Houston City Council member Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz celebrates with SWAG合集 during Women's History Month Convocation, and SWAG合集 researchers selected for prestigious national research consortium. All of those stories and more in this edition of InsideSWAG合集.
SWAG合集 has been selected to participate in the Chemical Biology Consortium (CBC), the discovery engine of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Experimental Therapeutics (NExT) Program, administered through the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (FNLCR), a federal national laboratory sponsored by the NCI, part of the National Institutes of Health, and currently operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc.
SWAG合集 has had big news and big visits. From one of the only two Black women leading a Fortune 500 company dropping major knowledge and advice on our students, to the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology being awarded nearly $3 million by the U.S. Department of Transportation, to our School of Communication students producing content for KPRC, it's all in this week's edition of InsideSWAG合集.
SWAG合集 School of Communication student journalists are telling the under-told stories of Houston's Black community on KPRC2 and KSWAG合集2 in February. This groundbreaking project is being led by SOC's assistant dean Serbino Sandifer-Walker and KPRC2's director of digital enterprise content Dawn Campbell. SOC Professor Art Murray and KPRC2's digital team are also helping to supervise the students.
Three SWAG合集 students have been chosen to participate in the Goldman Sachs Market Madness: HBCU Possibilities Program. The global investment banking, securities and investment management firm launched year three of the program this semester as a cornerstone of its $25 million, five-year commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The three students will participate in an immersive semester-long crash course in key financial concepts.
SWAG合集鈥檚 College of Science, Engineering and Technology (COSET) earned three grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation totaling nearly $3 million for transportation infrastructure research over the next five years.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Senior Associate Vice President for Research and Innovation and Professor of Pharmacology Dr. Omonike Olaleye has been named an American Council on Education Fellow (ACE). The ACE Fellows Program strengthens institutions in American higher education by identifying and preparing faculty, staff and administrators for senior positions in college and university leadership through its distinctive and intensive cohort-based mentorship model.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) Enters $1 Million Collaboration with PING x HIDEOKI in Support of Men's and Women's Golf Program. SWAG合集 will debut its first uniform to athletes in Fall 2023. This collaboration will also support several student-centered initiatives.
In a pregame ceremony at Minute Maid Park during the Cactus Jack HBCU Classic, it was announced that the Astros Foundation is investing in SWAG合集 by providing $1 million in funding for the university to build both baseball and softball stadiums on its Houston campus.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announce $2 million in Federal Funding to Address Healthcare and Housing Equity Initiatives at SWAG合集.
SWAG合集's baseball team is set to play in the first annual Cactus Jack HBCU Classic Hosted by the Houston Astros Foundation. There will be a significant announcement made in the pre-game ceremony Saturday night before the SWAG合集 vs. Prairie View game.
Dr. Teriya Richmond brings a wealth of practical clinical and public health experience to her assignment as the University Physician at SWAG合集. As University Physician, she oversees the daily medical operations of Student Health Services. Dr. Richmond recently took time to share more about her vision for success at SWAG合集.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) has been named one of the best online MPA programs in the nation. In the Best Online MPA Programs for 2023 rankings released by OnlineMastersDegrees.org (OMD) SWAG合集鈥檚 EMPA program is ranked #5. The rankings are based on key factors including online component availability, student/faculty ratio, tuition affordability, and the accessibility of student and career support services.
The medically underserved community of East Harris County has caught the attention of SWAG合集鈥檚 Joan M. Lafleur College and Pharmacy and Health Sciences due to the pandemic.
KSWAG合集 90.9 FM continues its 50th anniversary celebration with a jazz series featuring many of the legendary greats in the jazz genre. The series kicked off on February 5 with 鈥淟ove, Jazz, & Romance鈥 at Jones Hall, featuring jazz greats Jonathan Butler and Richard Elliott.
SWAG合集 College Of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Graduates Exceed National Passage Rate on Licensure Exam. Graduates also exceeded the state first-attempt passage rate, giving SWAG合集 the second highest passage rate out of the state's nine pharmacy schools.
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Richard A. Johnson, III, Ed.D. and Brandon Simmons and reappointed James Benham to the SWAG合集 Board of Regents for terms set to expire on February 1, 2029.
SWAG合集 has launched the Center for Transformative Health (CTH), an initiative to reconstruct, strengthen and enhance the conditions that promote health through research, community engagement and education.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ) on-campus MBA program has been named in The Princeton Review鈥檚 2023 Best Business School Rankings. The Princeton Review庐鈥攌nown for its education services and school rankings in dozens of categories鈥攐n January 31 - released its ranking lists of Best Business Schools for 2023.
SWAG合集 officially kicks off Black History Month on Wednesday, February 1, with a comprehensive calendar of events highlighting the excellence of African Americans and featuring events produced and hosted by students, faculty, and staff.听 To view the Black History Month calendar, features, and a full schedule of events, visit听www.tsu.edu/blackhistory.
Mr. SWAG合集, Taylor Getwood, now holds a new title: the 19th Mister HBCU. He beat out 21 other HBCU kings at the Mister HBCU Kings鈥 Leadership Conference and Competition on January 28 in St. Louis, Missouri to become the first Mr. SWAG合集 to win the coveted title.
SWAG合集 has been named to the NBCU News Group鈥檚 NBCU Academy, joining 14 other colleges and universities as new academic partners.
Tiger Nation Takeover returns for Welcome Week Spring 2023.
Join the celebration with the SWAG合集 Foundation Board of Trustees, Board of Regents, and President Lesia L. Crumpton-Young on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. The Tiger Ball is the largest single fundraiser to support scholarships and transformation at SWAG合集.
The Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs (BJ-ML SOPA) at SWAG合集 will begin offering 鈥渕ini-courses,鈥 as part of its community engagement initiative. The first course begins on Saturday, January 7.
SWAG合集 and Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA)鈥攚hich manages Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy鈥攈ave signed an agreement to advance research and innovation in the field of science, technology, and engineering research.
Senior Aviation Science Management major Katherine Cabrera was considering a different major when she didn't have enough funding to fly. She was able to continue thanks to a scholarship through SWAG合集's partnership with United Airlines. Cabrera recently earned her commercial pilot license.
Thomas F. Freeman Honors College Dean Dr. Dianne Jemison Pollard Retiring from SWAG合集 after 44 Years of Service. Dr. Jemison Pollard led the theatre program for many years, was chair of the Department of Fine Arts (Art, Music, and Theatre) for more than 10 years, and served as Associate Dean and Dean of the Honors College for more than nine years.
Beginning January 1, 2023 Dr. Needha Boutt茅-Queen will serve as Acting Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Boutt茅-Queen is graduate of SWAG合集, having received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work. She credits her undergraduate education at SWAG合集 with preparing her for graduate studies at the University of Chicago and the University of Houston, where she completed the Masters鈥 and Doctorate degrees respectively.
During a keynote commencement speech to nearly 700 graduates, and thousands more guests, faculty and members of the SWAG合集 Board of Regents, Houston mayor Sylvester Turner announced two new initiatives that will strengthen the partnership between the City of Houston and SWAG合集. The first is a proposed plan to have SWAG合集 as one of the primary educational leaders at the new Houston Spaceport at Ellington Airport. Mayor Turner also announced that the City of Houston is contributing $1 million in seed money to create the new SWAG合集/Houston Center for Transformative Health.
Ryan R. Davis, a native of Little Rock, Ark., graduated in the summer of 2022 as the salutatorian with a 3.75 GPA. While a student in the School of Communication, the broadcast journalism major spent time reporting on high profile local stories such as interviewing victims of the Travis Scott Astroworld incident and the family of George Floyd during the football stadium dedication at Jack Yates High School where Floyd graduated.
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) announced Dr. Robert D. Bullard as the recipient of the 2022 AASHE Lifetime Achievement Award. This award honors outstanding leaders (both academics and practitioners) who have made significant contributions to the advancement of sustainability in higher education over their lifetimes. Dr. Bullard is the fifth recipient of this award.
Fall class of 2022 salutatorian Judnie Michel is a first-generation American.听Her family is from Haiti. She didn't know about HBCUs until she got an email from the Thomas F. Freeman Honors College inviting her to a scholars night. The biology major from Rosenberg is now graduating a semester early and planning to go to nursing school to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner.
Fall 2022 valedictorian Jennifer Guzman made history as the first female tuba section leader in the Ocean of Soul. The music education major plans to become a band director.
The SWAG合集 baseball team is one six teams selected to play in the first annual HBCU Classic, a听round-robin collegiate baseball tournament听hosted by the Astros Foundation highlighting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their baseball programs on opening weekend of college baseball,听Feb. 17-19, 2023听- and announced a听partnership听with the听Cactus Jack Foundation听as the听title sponsor听of the event.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Center for Justice Research has received a $351,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation through the Walmart.org Center for Racial Equity to form the HBCU Criminal Justice Research Hub. The Hub will facilitate a two-year collaboration between HBCU researchers, community organizations, and community members working toward reducing mass incarceration and violent crime.
SWAG合集 and Regions Bank announced a $50,000 community partnership to support programming and scholarships for SWAG合集鈥檚 Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ). In addition to Regions鈥 $50,000 grant to SWAG合集, bank associates will support the new collaboration by participating in educational and mentoring activities with students.
The University Museum at Texas Southern is hosting 鈥淥ur Friend, Jean,鈥 an historic exhibition tour featuring the early works of legendary contemporary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. The Bishop Gallery, based in Brooklyn, has partnered with Group Black, the largest collective of Black-owned media to bring the 鈥淥ur Friend, Jean鈥 exhibition to six HBCU campuses. SWAG合集 is the final stop. The tour is accompanied by gallery programming including talks with curators and collectors, along with special immersive experiences designed for students
Four journalism students, along with their professor, were invited to attend the inaugural Democracy Summit at the Center for Journalism and Democracy at Howard University in Washington, DC. KSWAG合集2 multimedia journalists, Mario Dunham, Amber Land, Matthew Parker and Jayhlin Rodgers, were selected by Serbino Sandifer-Walker because of their commitment to the field of journalism.
Registration for spring 2023 New Student Orientation is open. New students can attend in-person or virtual session.
Houston mayor Sylvester Turner to deliver keynote address at SWAG合集鈥檚 fall commencement on December 10. Mayor Turner will also receive an honorary degree from SWAG合集 during ceremony.
SWAG合集 is working proactively to meet the needs of its students with the impact of the economic challenges caused by rising inflation and cost of living nationwide, as well as the continued presence of COVID both on and off campus. This Giving Tuesday, SWAG合集 will inspire generosity by asking supporters to give generously.
SWAG合集 is thankful for our 95th Anniversary Giving Circle donors and all donors. To make your gift, visit giving.tsu.edu.
SWAG合集鈥檚 award-winning Aviation Science Management program hosted the second annual HBCU Aviation Directors鈥 Summit this month.
Veterans and servicemembers on SWAG合集鈥檚 campus now have a space to call their own. On Veterans Day, the Division of Enrollment and Student Success held a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new Veterans Lounge in Fairchild Building.
SWAG合集 will salute its Veterans during a ceremony, ribbon-cutting and reception to be held Friday, November 11, 2022, at 10:30. The event will take place in the new Veterans Lounge in the Fairchild Building, room 1479 (on the side beside Gray Hall).
Longtime SWAG合集 administrator and professor, Dr. Aisha Morris Moultry, has been named as the interim dean of the recently-established College of Transdisciplinary Studies (COTS).
As the city of Houston and 鈥楽tros fans all over unite to celebrate at tomorrow鈥檚 victory parade downtown, SWAG合集 and campus operations will be closed Monday, November 7, to allow our students, faculty and staff the opportunity show their support.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Center for Justice Research (CJR) has been awarded a nearly $600,000 grant to rigorously study prosecutor diversions and provide greater awareness and insights into the decisions made every day by prosecutors across the United States. This is part of a $7.4 million pledge by Houston-based Arnold Ventures.
SWAG合集鈥檚 award-winning Aviation Science Management program will host the second annual HBCU Aviation Directors鈥 Summit on Thursday and Friday, November 3-4, 2022.
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) has recognized the late Dr. Thomas F. Freeman, long-time SWAG合集 debate coach, as a significant part of Texas history by awarding an Official Texas Historical Marker in his name.听The designation honors his legacy as an important and educational part of local and national history.
The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice听(DSCEJ), WE ACT for Environmental Justice (WE ACT), and the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at SWAG合集听(BCECJ) will debut the first-ever Climate Justice Pavilion inside the Blue Zone at COP27, the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, November 6-18, 2022.
Current economic trends concern many Texans, according to a report released from the University of Houston and SWAG合集. How individual survey participants saw inflation expectations was heavily influenced by their income level and political allegiance, the study showed.
Dr. Robert D. Bullard, Distinguished Professor of Urban Planning and Environmental Policy in the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at SWAG合集, is among six luminaries who will be conferred with Honorary Doctorates from the University of Johannesburg.
Aflac and SWAG合集鈥檚 Center for Biomedical and Minority Health Research (CBMHR) announced the awarding of a $200,000 Aflac CareGrant. The grant will help to advance health equity for diseases that disproportionately impact underrepresented communities and will be split between community support/education and health-related research.听
SWAG合集 celebrated all freshman and sophomore students during a Matriculation Convocation held in Sawyer Auditorium.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Jesse H. Jones School of Business recently hosted S&P Global to kick off what one S&P official called 鈥渁 very deep partnership.鈥 Along with that announcement, the company pledged $100,000 for student scholarships.
SWAG合集 football field house renovations near completion
SWAG合集 to welcome prospective students for Tiger Day on Friday October 28.
Everyone agrees schools should be places of safety, but conversations about how to reach and maintain that vision rarely end in consensus. Texas Trends 2022 鈥 School Safety, a new survey from the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston and Barbara Jordan鈥揗ickey Leland School of Public Affairs at SWAG合集, reveals broad support for most of the nine proposed actions it presents.
SWAG合集 President Lesia Crumpton-Young has been appointed to United Way of Greater Houston Board of Trustees. President Crumpton-Young is one of six new members confirmed to the Board that provides direction to one of the leading charitable organizations in the Houston region.
Texas survey reveals overwhelming support for gun safety restrictions. SWAG合集 and University of Houston report shows the support transcends politics.
SWAG合集 to Celebrate Homecoming 2022: 鈥淒estination: Tiger Nation." SWAG合集 Homecoming 2022 to be held week of Oct. 23-29.
SWAG合集 is teaming with IBM to address cybersecurity talent shortage. SWAG合集 will work with IBM to establish a Cybersecurity Leadership Center, giving students and faculty access to IBM training, software, and certifications at no cost.
SWAG合集 Jazz Ensemble, choir and journalism students head to Monterey Jazz Festival. Alaska Airlines adds to partnership鈥檚 fourth year, giving students the experience of a lifetime
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee visited SWAG合集 today to learn how the University is transforming lives as they prepare students for careers in the transportation industry.
SWAG合集鈥檚 football team, in collaboration with Michael Strahan鈩 and Men鈥檚 Wearhouse, debuted custom suits, which they wore prior to the season-opening game against Prairie View A&M University, on Saturday, September 3.
The eyes of Texas, and far beyond, are upon Republican incumbent Greg Abbott鈥檚 7% lead over Democratic challenger Beto O鈥橰ourke in their quest to occupy the governor鈥檚 office after the state鈥檚 Nov. 8 midterm elections. But among close watchers of Texas politics, the most intriguing race may turn out to be for state attorney general.
Faculty, staff, students and alumni will come together on Wednesday, September 7, to celebrate the Opening Convocation and the founding of SWAG合集. The traditional Founders Day Convocation will kick off SWAG合集's 95th anniversary year. It begins at 11:50 a.m. in Sawyer Auditorium.
Arman Rashid has been selected as the inaugural Chief Technology Officer at SWAG合集.
SWAG合集 will host the prestigious NASA "HBCU/MSI Technology Infusion Road Tour" September 13-15, giving the University and its students access to unique internships, and providing faculty and staff with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and research-focused partnership opportunities.
SWAG合集鈥檚 COVID Czar, Zuri Dale, will travel to Spain next month to participate in Moderna鈥檚 Global Medical Affairs Input Forum.
Welcome to the 2022 鈥 2023 academic year at SWAG合集! SWAG合集 is poised for another exceptional year as we welcome one of the largest incoming classes of students in the University鈥檚 recent history while preparing a celebration (1927-2022) to commemorate a ninety-five-year legacy of 鈥淓xcellence in Achievement.鈥
Tellepsen and SWAG合集 announced a new partnership agreement focused on positively impacting the success of SWAG合集 students focused on career pathways in the construction industry.
It's a Tiger Nation Takeover coming August 22-26
SWAG合集 is poised to welcome one of the largest incoming classes in the history of the University. Enrollment numbers will not be final until early September, but the University projects a freshman class that will become the largest on record, in addition to a significant increase in the number of transfer students.
Let's Take Flight to Transformation! The schedule for New Student Week is here. Join your fellow Tigers throughout the week of August 14-19 as you experience transformation at SWAG合集.
Alumni Back to School campaign helps SWAG合集 students in need
SWAG合集 has been selected to be part of the launch of a new research project by Meta. This research, led by Meta鈥檚 Civil Rights and Responsible AI Teams, is being done with the goal of creating a better user experience for historically marginalized communities.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approves historic new academic college at SWAG合集 to facilitate degree completion for stopped-out college students. The College of Transdisciplinary Studies is the only in Texas and will allow students to reskill and upskill while shortening path to degree attainment
SWAG合集 and Houston Community College leaders announced a first-of-its-kind agreement to provide a seamless path for HCC students to transfer to SWAG合集. The schools have signed a memorandum of understanding that will help graduates from HCC鈥檚 Drafting & Design Engineering Technology program to transfer into SWAG合集鈥檚 College of Science, Engineering, and Technology to obtain a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Industrial Technology
This summer, SWAG合集 hosted a three-week program sponsored by Verizon: the Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers Immersion camp. This was the sixth year. For the first time, the camp was co-ed.
Dr. Michael O. Adams, founding director of the Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) program at SWAG合集, and EMPA professor Carroll G. Robinson, Esq., are the recipients of a $15,000 grant from the Criminal Justice REFORM Foundation (REFORM Alliance). The grant will help fund the participation of SWAG合集 in beta testing the REFORM Alliance Court Watch App this fall.
SWAG合集 outfielder Johnathon Thomas has been drafted by the Washington Nationals. This makes two consecutive MLB drafts with a Tiger selected.
SWAG合集 Aviation Science Management program hosting aspiring Air Force pilots from around the country for seven-week residential training.
Women of color are now directly benefitting from SWAG合集's Breast Cancer Screening & Prevention Center's (BCSPC) $1 million Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) grant. BCSPC recently launched mobile screening services at sites across the Houston region, increasing access and providing health care equity for many who have been underserved in the past. The grant specifically targets women over the age of 40 and/or less than 40 with genetic or other elevated risk factors for breast cancer.
SWAG合集 has partnered with the Houston Health Department (HHD) to make three vaccines 鈥 including the meningitis vaccine that is required for students under the age of 22 who live on campus 鈥 available free of charge to new and returning students.
SWAG合集 featured on 鈥淐ollege Hill: Celebrity Edition." The show airs on BET+ starting Monday, June 27. A sneak peek episode airs on BET linear immediately following 鈥淏ET Awards鈥 2022 on Sunday, June 26.
SWAG合集鈥檚 award-winning KSWAG合集 90.9FM 鈥淭he Choice鈥 is celebrating its 50th anniversary of service to the Houston community with a Backyard Party.
SWAG合集 Executive Master of Public Administration student receives prestigious grant. Joseph Washington was awarded a $15,000 grant by the Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation.
SWAG合集 and NASA announce Space Act Agreement for educational opportunities. This will expand opportunities for education, workforce development, and research.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed eight student regents to their respective universities, including SWAG合集's Keonne McClain, for terms set to expire on May 31, 2023.
The Jesse H. Jones School of Business at SWAG合集 has received renewed accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The organization鈥檚 peer-review team delivered a rigorous evaluation that included checking strategic management and innovation, and the academic engagement of students and faculty. The AACSB accreditation for SWAG合集鈥檚 business degree programs are now accredited for five years.
Members of the SWAG合集 community are honoring Juneteenth at a variety of events 鈥 both on- and off-campus, as well as virtually, over the next two weeks.
SWAG合集 is now providing breast cancer screening, among other services, for African American and other ethnic minority women in Harris, Grimes, Matagorda, Walker, and Wharton counties, as part of a grant from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT).
For the second consecutive semester, students in SWAG合集鈥檚 newly-established Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate for a key professional certification exam 鈥 giving them a distinct advantage as they pursue careers in the finance and banking industry.
Prospective students for the upcoming Fall 2022 semester at SWAG合集 are encouraged to complete their application process and, upon acceptance, register for one of several New Student Orientation sessions that will be held on campus throughout the summer.
SWAG合集 and the Foundation for India Studies announced the establishment of an India Studies program for the SWAG合集 Graduate School. This partnership promotes the study of India in the United States, particularly in the Houston region.
The Executive Master of Public Administration program (EMPA) at SWAG合集 is proud to announce its first recipient of the $5,000 Texas Lyceum Fellowship 鈥 student Aria Alyse-Noire Johnson.
Tia Whitfield, who graduated Summa Cum Laude from SWAG合集 on Saturday with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, along with a minor in Administration of Justice, has overcome a lot while at the University. Even her road to get to SWAG合集 was filled with obstacles.
Republic Airways recently designated $20,000 toward student scholarships for SWAG合集's Aviation Science Management and Professional Pilot programs.
SWAG合集 is partnering with six HBCUs and MSIs to share online courses for new pathways to college completion. Institutions from five states are part of this consortium formed by the Southern Regional Education Board.
When faced with adversity, such as a global pandemic that impacted three of her four years at SWAG合集, graduating senior Joy Lewis found transitioning from in-person to online to hybrid instruction a challenge. However, with the help of her professors, she was able to overcome and succeed.
Ashley Gillis loves telling a story. So much so, that she is making a career out of it. The senior radio, television and film (RTF) major, who was recently announced as SWAG合集鈥檚 valedictorian for the Spring 2022 graduating class, will travel to Bristol, CT, headquarters of ESPN, next month to become an audio operator for the international cable sports channel.
NBA on TNT Analyst and Houston Rockets legend Kenny Smith will serve as SWAG合集's Spring 2022 Commencement speaker
SWAG合集 hosted the inaugural President's Tiger Ball at the George R. Brown Convention Center. This sold out event, presented by the SWAG合集 Foundation Board, serves as SWAG合集's largest fundraiser for student scholarships and programs
Dr. Robert D. Bullard, distinguished professor of urban planning and environmental policy at SWAG合集, has been selected for membership to the prestigious American Academy of Arts & Sciences.
A new survey shows an overwhelming number of Texans are in favor of the state legislature holding a special session to address inflation and the economy.
The Houston Texans and SWAG合集 announced a two-year partnership that will positively impact the Houston community by creating opportunities for student-athletes both on the field and in the classroom. The partnership was announced at a reception honoring Texans Head Coach Lovie Smith at the SWAG合集 Library Learning Center.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Ocean of Soul brought the HBCU band experience to the international stage with a performance at WrestleMania.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) and Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced SWAG合集 as a university partner 鈥 and the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) 鈥 in the airline鈥檚 First Officer recruitment program: Destination 225掳. On a compass, 225掳 is the southwest directional heading, and the carrier developed Destination 225掳 to lead aspiring pilots to Southwest Airlines.
The Executive Master of Public Administration program (eMPA) at SWAG合集 has announced a new multi-year partnership with the Texas Lyceum.
SWAG合集 has named Tracy Clemons as its new Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications. In this role, Clemons will manage and direct media, external communications, and branding working directly with the Vice President for communications and advancement.
Officials from United Airlines visited SWAG合集 on Wednesday, March 9, to announce a partnership with the university's Aviation Science and Technology program, including the Professional Pilot concentration.
SWAG合集 kicks off its first week of the new division of Research and Innovation, led by nationally acclaimed researcher, Dr. Michelle Penn-Marshall. The launch, coupled with the recent reaffirmation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education of its status as a Doctoral University of High Research Activity (R2), SWAG合集 is growing by transforming its capabilities and investment in research.
Dr. Penn-Marshall previously served as the Vice President for Research, Associate Provost and Dean of the Graduate College at Hampton University, a private HBCU located in Hampton, VA.
SWAG合集, UH conduct Texas Trends survey on new technology Ever more electric vehicles can be spotted these days on the urban roads of Texas. But switching the whole state from gas tanks to batteries is looking like a tough sell.
As part of its Black History Month celebration, SWAG合集 honored the life and legacy of Reverend William D. Lawson, a community trailblazer who helped transform SWAG合集, the Third Ward, and countless lives as founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church.
Businesses seeking to do business with SWAG合集 are encouraged to attend a helpful webinar on Thursday, March 10, from 2-4 p.m.
with area high school, college students invited to Monterey Jazz @ SWAG合集 symposium April 12-13
Executive Master of Public Administration program and the Graduate School of Political Management Develop New Immersive Program in Washington, DC.
In celebration of Black History Month and in continuing tribute to KSWAG合集鈥檚 鈥楯ourney to 50鈥 celebration, 90.9 The Choice will air a series of audio vignettes spotlighting the people who first brought music, news, and commentary to Black audiences in Texas.
Texas Southern men's and women's basketball will open the month of February on the national stage as both teams will have games on NBA TV the weekends of Feb. 5 and 12.
SWAG合集 officially kicks off Black History Month on Tuesday, February 1, with a comprehensive calendar of events highlighting the excellence of African Americans and featuring events produced and hosted by students, faculty and staff
The Houston Astros Foundation extended a $500,000 gift to SWAG合集 as both entities embark upon a new partnership to support scholarships and Sports Management initiatives.
Late registration, originally scheduled to end Friday, January 21, has been EXTENDED until Friday, January 28, with no penalty.
Due to electrical improvements throughout the campus on Friday, Jan. 21, all campus services will operate remotely.
Students in SWAG合集鈥檚 newly-established Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate for a key professional certification exam 鈥 giving them a distinct advantage as they pursue careers in the finance and banking industry.
Harry E. Johnson is a career lawyer, entrepreneur, and public servant with a rich history with SWAG合集 and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Janice Francis is an active SWAG合集 alumna from the Jesse H. Jones School of Business. As volunteer coordinator for the 44th Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Houston and a member of the Black Heritage Society, she honors MLK鈥檚 life and legacy.
Instruction will begin in an online format for students on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, (with the exception of students in the Thurgood Marshall School of Law, who start on January 10th), and in-person instruction will resume January 24, 2022.
Dr. DeNeia Thomas has been selected as SWAG合集鈥檚 new Vice President for Enrollment and Student Success.
Princess Jackson, a freshman at SWAG合集 is on a mission to stamp out poverty in Houston 鈥 one sock at a time. Jackson founded Sock Out Poverty, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit organization when she was nine years old, and has given out over 15,000 pairs of socks to people in need.
President Joe Biden announced his intent this week to appoint individuals to serve in key regional roles, including SWAG合集鈥檚 Dr. Earthea Nance, associate professor of urban planning and environmental policy, as the EPA Regional Administrator for Region 6.
The Center for Justice Research at SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) today announced the publication of its most recent research study titled 鈥淎n Exploratory Study of Environmental Stress in Four High Violent Crime Cities: What Sets Them Apart?鈥
SWAG合集 graduates will cross the stage during SWAG合集鈥檚 Winter Commencement on Saturday, December 11, 2021, in the Health & Physical Education Arena.
The Center for Justice Research at SWAG合集 has received $410,000 in funding from the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to continue its work in building and sustaining diversity within criminal justice research.
With the impact of COVID still present both on and off-campus, SWAG合集 is responding to meet the needs of its students by organizing a day of giving on Nov. 30 in which alumni, friends, and community supporters can make an impact.
The Texas Trends Survey project is a new five-year survey project from the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs and Executive Master of Public Administration Program at the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at SWAG合集.
SWAG合集 recently received a $1 million award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to establish a Center of Excellence that will advance transdisciplinary academic and empirical research and debate on affordable housing and community development policy.
SWAG合集 will honor its veterans, including alumni, current students and community members, on Thursday, November 11, with a special 16th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony in the Sterling Student Life Center.
In the spirit of Texas legends Barbara Jordan, Mickey Leland and Bill Hobby, SWAG合集 professors Dr. Michael O. Adams and Carroll G. Robinson have initiated an innovative research partnership between SWAG合集鈥檚 Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs and the University of Houston鈥檚 Hobby School of Public Affairs.
Chase is celebrating the grand opening of its first Community Center branch in Houston, which is designed to provide greater access to banking services and financial education for the underserved communities of Houston.
SWAG合集鈥檚, KSWAG合集 90.9 FM, has earned another honor, this time from the Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) via its 27th annual African American Business Achievement Pinnacle Awards.
SWAG合集 Veteran鈥檚 Day Profile : Willie Allen 鈥 SWAG合集 Alumnus & U.S. Veteran
SWAG合集 Veteran鈥檚 Day Profile for Monica Simon 鈥 SWAG合集 Alumna & U.S. Veteran
The Texas Southern Department of Athletics continues to make academic history as the department has once again surpassed its previous APR benchmark with a program-record score of 974.
The Texas Southern football team will hit the gridiron in style for Homecoming 2021 on Saturday as they'll wear new Riddell helmets donated by SWAG合集 football legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Strahan.
Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford, announces winners of its third annual HBC-You Mobility Challenge. The two winning Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Savannah State University and SWAG合集, are each awarded $25,000 grants for their mobility-based solutions that address a campus or community need.
SWAG合集 has been selected as one of four Historically Black Colleges and Universities to receive a $125,000 grant from the Baker Hughes Foundation for the 2021-22 academic year.
Tigers, we are excited to safely welcome you back to the Tiger Walk for SWAG合集 Homecoming 2021: Experience the Transformation! See you soon and GO TIGERS!
SWAG合集 has been awarded $4 million from the Bezos Earth Fund to support the Robert D. Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice. The Fund鈥檚 grant will continue groundbreaking environmental justice initiatives led by Dr. Robert Bullard.
The Robert D. Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at SWAG合集 has received $250,000 from JP Morgan Chase to help Houston and its most vulnerable neighborhoods deal with the disproportionate impact of an increased pace of natural disasters.
Today, SWAG合集 announced it will become a community center for Coding and Creativity as part of Apple鈥檚 Community Education Initiative and Tennessee State University鈥檚 HBCU C2.
SWAG合集 is excited to kick-off 鈥淪WAG合集 Spirit Week鈥 before the 36th Annual Labor Day Classic. Events held during the week will engage students, faculty, staff, and alumni as they prepare to cheer on the SWAG合集 Tigers.
SWAG合集 is pleased to announce the extension of its campus vaccination clinic with services to students, their families, and the community in a continuation of their partnership with St. Luke鈥檚 Health.
SWAG合集 students Kiyana Atkins and Dexter Maryland have been selected as members of the eighth cohort of HBCU Scholars hosted by the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Congratulations to Dr. Richard Pitre, distinguished professor in the Jesse H. Jones School of Business, for receiving the Outstanding Accounting Educator Award from the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TXCPA).
Join us for our party with a purpose kick-off event, which will take place on July 22, 2021.
SWAG合集 is one of five Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to partner with the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) to support University museums and archives.
Rising senior and current Miss SWAG合集 Mariah Campbell is participating in an exclusive live interview with media mogul and legendary journalist Oprah Winfrey on the Oprah Daily website and Facebook page.
SWAG合集 has launched the country's first Navy JROTC Cadet Flight Academy today. The inaugural class of Navy cadets is comprised of incoming high school seniors from around the country.
It is both an honor and a privilege to be named the 13th president of SWAG合集. I have been entrusted with continuing the rich traditions, supporting academic excellence, and improving the quality of life for our students and the surrounding community.
SWAG合集 has named Mr. Brian Simmons as the new Director of The Ocean of Soul Marching Band and an instructor in the Music Department. He will step into this new role on Monday, July 5th, 2021.
SWAG合集's Department of Aviation is partnering with the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) to host a seven-week flight training program for AFJROTC cadets on the SWAG合集 campus.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents unanimously selected Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young as SWAG合集鈥檚 13th president following today鈥檚 vote of confirmation. Dr. Crumpton-Young will assume her role at SWAG合集 on July 1.
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed 10 student regents to their respective universities for terms set to expire on May 31, 2022. Additionally, the Governor appointed the student representative to serve on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for a term set to expire on May 31, 2022.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents named Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young as the sole finalist for the position of President of SWAG合集. A confirmation vote by the Regents will occur at the next board meeting on June 17, 2021.
On behalf of the Board of Regents in a unified position, we have selected the sole finalist for the next President of SWAG合集. This decision was reached after interviewing three highly qualified candidates.
SWAG合集 is proud to be named a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader for the 2019-2020 academic year. SWAG合集 has been named one of 20 HBCUs to receive this distinction.
On Saturday, May 8, 2021, world-renowned attorney, civil rights leader and author Benjamin Crump delivered the commencement address to 1,073 SWAG合集's students during the face-to-face and virtual event held at Alexander Durley Stadium.
Congratulations to the Spring 2021 valedictorian and salutatorian Hadeer Abbas and Tekeema Dean Oliver.
SWAG合集's Thomas F. Freeman Honors College hosted their Inaugural Academic Signing Day to welcome five incoming first-year students for the 2021-2022 academic school year.
Benjamin Crump, attorney, civil rights leader and author, will address graduates at SWAG合集's Spring 2021 Commencement.
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Marilyn Rose to the SWAG合集 Board of Regents for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027.
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Caroline Baker Hurley and reappointed Mary Evans Sias, Ph.D. to the SWAG合集 Board of Regents for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027.
This fundraising event will feature an online fine art auction and virtual celebration.
SWAG合集 has officially launched its partnership with the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) to offer students the SIFMA Invest! platform throughout their time at SWAG合集.
KSWAG合集 90.9FM has received a $150,000 grant from The Corporation for Public Broadcasting to help lead a COVID-19 outreach campaign targeting underserved communities hit hardest by the pandemic.
SWAG合集's Jesse H. Jones School of Business and the Department of Default Prevention will host sessions during Houston Money Week, April 5 - 6, 202.
Academy Sports + Outdoors partnered with SWAG合集 Department of Athletics recently for its latest community service initiative as SWAG合集 adopted the Little Birdies Mobile Golf Academy students.
For generations, Black people in Houston have speculated in casual conversations that SWAG合集 has been grossly underfunded by the state of Texas, especially when compared to the funding received annually by the University of Texas at Austin.
Houston Defender's Exclusive Interview with Interim SWAG合集 President. Huewitt discusses his long-term goals, keeping alumni engaged, and other accomplishments.
The Center for Justice Research at SWAG合集 congratulates Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner for his appointment as the city of Houston鈥檚 next Chief of Police.
Fashion Nova, a leading e-commerce fashion lifestyle brand, and cultural icon, SWAG合集 student, Megan Thee Stallion, announced "Women on Top," a philanthropic initiative.
Andrew Walls, a senior Sport Management major from Houston, was selected by the Major League Baseball's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to attend the 2021 SABR Virtual Analytics Conference.
Conn's HomePlus to Annually Award Four Students with $10,000 Per Year for Four Years.
SWAG合集 was recognized by the Houston Rockets during Black History Month for the SWAG合集 Sit-ins.
The three-year pledge will support the JHJ Business School鈥檚 new Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP), set to start in the Fall 2021 semester.
SWAG合集 student Derrick Hudson received a surprise commission from the United States Coast Guard on Tuesday at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base.
SWAG合集 recently received a 5-year, $8.63 million grant to establish the Center for Biomedical and Minority Health Research (CBMHR).
SWAG合集 Thurgood Marshall School of Law (Thurgood Marshall Law) is participating in the national expansion of the Justice John Paul Stevens Public Interest Fellowship Program, in collaboration with other law schools across the country and the John Paul Stevens Fellowship Foundation.
SWAG合集 has been awarded funding totaling $4.75 million from Houston Endowment for several academic, arts and social justice initiatives.
SWAG合集 kicked-off Black History Month on February 1st with various campaigns highlighting the excellence of Blacks in America.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Office of the Provost, in partnership with the Office of External Affairs and KSWAG合集 90.9FM, will host 鈥淏uilding Opportunities for Business in Africa,鈥 from 10 a.m. 鈥 1:30 p.m. on January 26.
SWAG合集鈥檚 renowned Debate Team will participate in the historic virtual inauguration of President-elect Joseph R. Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala D. Harris.
CW39 Houston visited Ellington Field with SWAG合集鈥檚 Aviation leadership and students on January 12 to learn more about the University鈥檚 distinctive four-year degree program.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Board of Regents, led by Chairman Albert H. Myres, has begun the selection process to determine who will be the University鈥檚 next president.
Texas Southern has received the award for the second year in a row and is one of 178 schools recognized by BankMobile for being an industry leader in processing refunds for students.
Torian 鈥淚an鈥 Parker, a senior history major, and Khristopher Singletary, a sophomore computer science major, were volunteers at the Houston Food Bank.
Dr. Kamala Raghavan, professor has been elected to the Fulbright Association Board of Directors under the leadership of Executive Director Dr. John Bade.
SWAG合集 alumna and Houston native Ki鈥橭ra Michelle has launched her music career and on Friday, December 11, 2020, her new single 鈥淭he Christmas Song".
The Center for Justice Research was selected to join a $1 million Thurgood Marshall College Fund grant project exploring why young Black and urban youth carry guns.
Dr. Robert D. Bullard, distinguished professor in the Department of Urban Planning and Environmental Policy has been awarded the 2020 Champions of the Earth Lifetime Achievement award.
The SACSOC board of directors voted on December 4 to renew SWAG合集鈥檚 institutional accreditation for the next 10 years.
KSWAG合集 partner's for the Seventh Year Anniversary Blood Drive: SURVIVING 鈥 THRIVING & MOBILIZING blood drive.
SWAG合集 is joining a growing number of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to benefit from a $25 million-dollar donation of COVID-19 test kits, diagnostic equipment and related supplies from Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
The College of Science, Engineering and Technology (COSET) received the Part 141 program designation from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in November.
The Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) introduces SWAG合集 business students to the industry through a formal curriculum, interaction with executives and industry mentors, and commercial banking internships.
The first in the series, the Banning Chokeholds brief grew directly out of the Center for Justice research's involvement in the Houston Mayor鈥檚 Police Reform Task Force and the recommendations of our National Police Reform Advisory Group.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) conferred degrees to 1,800 graduates in eight ceremonies on campus during a special Fall Commencement Weekend held November 20-22.
The Center for Justice Research (CJR) received support from Chevron with a $50,000 grant, aiding the Center鈥檚 research on equity-based criminal justice reform.
The SWAG合集 Department of Athletics and Academy Sports + Outdoors partnered to brighten the lives of four local families ahead of this holiday season recently.
Peloton the world鈥檚 leading interactive fitness platform, and GRAMMY庐 Award-winning global entertainer and entrepreneur, Beyonc茅, today announced a broad, multi-year partnership.
SWAG合集 department of Outreach Services will host Virtual Transfer Day on November 6, 2020.
The Office of Outreach Services is hosting a Virtual Tiger Day for prospective junior and senior high school students, and transfer students Thursday, October 29, 2020, and Friday, October 30, 2020
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) will hold a five-week 鈥淲intermester鈥 beginning November 30 to give students an opportunity to take online courses during Winter Break.
The SWAG合集 Choir will participate in the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation鈥檚 2020 A Celebration of Reading event on KPRC 2 on Saturday, October 17.
Rob G The General, Amir Diamond, Michele McKnight and Steve Nice are making their debut starting Monday, October 12, 2020, on The Vibe.
SWAG合集 Marches to the Polls to Kick Off Early Voting.
Gov. Abbott Makes Three New Appointments to SWAG合集 Board of Regents.
More than 70 companies are set to join the Virtual Tiger Career Fair.
Music Education major selected to participate in National HBCU Week 2020.
Departments across campus have teamed up to create virtual tutoring and academic workshops geared to prepare students for Mid-Term week.
The Center for Justice Research (CJR) at SWAG合集 has received a pledge of financial support from the National Hockey League (NHL) to work toward creating 鈥渁 procedurally just criminal justice system.
The 2020 Alumni Back to School Campaign hopes to provide some relief to those students desperately in need.
The universities will partner on research and community activities of the Maternal and Infant Environmental Health Riskscape (MIEHR) Research Center.
From 11 a.m. 鈥 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 5, 2020, The Vibe, along with the (NAACP) Houston and the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) Young Professionals, will host The Movement Continues Drive-Thru Voter Registration and 2020 Census Drive on SWAG合集鈥檚 campus.
The Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar of the American Bar Association announced that SWAG合集 Thurgood Marshall School of Law remains an approved law school.
SWAG合集 and Ellucian embark on collaborative journey for change with digital transformation initiative.
The Barbara Jordan - Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Master of Public Administration (MPA) program received accreditation for the third time from the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA).
Save Black Lives takes a deep dive into the impact of COVID-19 and incarceration in Black communities through the lens of Black defenders and researchers
The Vibe will be the digital and innovative Urban Alternative station, powered by KSWAG合集. Urban Alternative Format Brings Hip Hop, R&B, Neo Soul鈥 and Madd Hatta to Expansion.
The Southwestern Athletic Conference has announced the postponement of all scheduled fall contests along with SWAC championships due to continuing concerns related to the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Centralized location will help families prepare for unprecedented Fall 2020 semester. Information ranges from academics to housing and dining and other areas that contribute to the quality of life and safety of students.
KSWAG合集, The Choice 90.9 is proud to debut #ONEVOICE, a new talk radio show that is designed to educate, empower and engage the Black community and its allies.
Alumni have participated in virtual recruitment fairs, events, gatherings, chapter meetings, webinars and more hosted by the Office of Alumni Relations to stay informed and connected to the University.
Members of the SWAG合集 community can report if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who tested positive.
Due to the escalating surge of COVID-19 cases in the Houston area, SWAG合集 must postpone the previously rescheduled Commencement ceremony that was to be held on August 8, 2020.
SWAG合集 will move to a modified 13-week schedule for the upcoming fall semester, which has students completing the term prior to the traditional Thanksgiving break.
The Office of Academic Affairs will host the SWAG合集 Online Learning Summit from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, July 15, for SWAG合集 faculty and staff members.
In the wake of George Floyd鈥檚 tragic death and the resulting national outcry for systemic policing reforms, SWAG合集鈥檚 Center for Justice Research (CJR) has formed a National Police Reform Advisory Group.
The JHJ School of Business MBA graduate student, Qwintira Tallamon was recently chosen as a Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation 2020 TBHF Award Recipient for $15,000.
Harris County has established the Harris County COVID-19 Relief Fund to provide much needed relief to Harris County residents most impacted by the global pandemic.
SWAG合集鈥檚 academic and research programs address critical urban issues, and prepares its diverse student population to become a force for positive change in a global society.
SWAG合集's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) is partnering with SWAG合集 S.H.A.P.E. to host an Instagram Live discussion at 3 p.m., June 23.
Despite the pandemic, future pilots have reason for optimism. Dr. Terence Fontaine, Director of Aviation for the Aviation Science and Technology program at SWAG合集, predicts significant changes for the airline industry.
Due to COVID-19, millions of Americans have lost their jobs or been furloughed. Full Professor of Management in the Jesse H. Jones School of Business, Dr. Rochelle Parks-Yancy, has provided answers to questions that many unemployed workers face.
Senior Political Science major Joseph Johnson has been appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott as the new Student Regent.
SWAG合集 Office of Student Life, Student Government Association and The Royal Court will present a virtual Juneteenth celebration.
SWAG合集 will host a public visitation for Dr. Thomas F. Freeman on Tuesday, June 16, from 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m., with a memorial service to follow, in the Health & Physical Education (H&PE) Arena.
As students returned home in March due to novel coronavirus, the staff of SWAG合集鈥檚 Student Health Services (SHS) made it their mission to provide remote telemedicine services.
SWAG合集 honors the memory of George Floyd on the day that he is laid to eternal rest.The Board, in conjunction with the SWAG合集 Foundation Board, has approved a fund to provide a full scholarship for Floyd鈥檚 daughter.
The esteemed leader served our institution for 70 years, beginning with his arrival on campus in 1949. What an impact he made during his time on Earth, specifically at SWAG合集.
George Floyd was a product of our community and a proud graduate of Yates High School. His tragic, untimely death has shined a spotlight on inequity and racism in our society.
During protests, social distancing can be difficult, if not impossible. SWAG合集 Dean, Rashid Mosavin Gives Helpful Tips to Stay Healthy While Rallying.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents unanimously approved a temporary addition to the existing university admissions standards, allowing an important COVID-19-related exemption for first-time, incoming freshman who meet specific criteria
In spite of COVID-19, SWAG合集 current and prospective students can get their enrollment and advising questions answered remotely.
SWAG合集 student leaders logged onto Zoom to take their oath of office. Members of the Student Government Association, Royal Court, and University Program Council participated in SWAG合集鈥檚 first-ever Virtual Inauguration.
Because the migration from a totally print collection toward electronic access to content has been gradual and intentional, SWAG合集鈥檚 Library Learning Center is well positioned to support SWAG合集鈥檚 online programs at this time.
Open to all students, as well as SWAG合集 alumni, the Career & Professional Development Center provides career development services.
As SWAG合集 students have made the transition to online learning, online tutoring is available to assist students as they navigate this new normal. Peer tutors utilize popular platforms like Tik Tok to interact with students.
Ken Huewitt Named Interim President and Regent Albert Myres Selected as Board Chair by Board of Regents.
Due to internal adjustments related to the upcoming summer semester, the start of registration for both the summer and fall semesters has been delayed one week - with priority (special groups) registration beginning on Wednesday, April 15, and regular registration beginning on Monday, April 20.
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Scholarship team is proud to announce the 2020-2021 TMCF scholarship season is now open. The TMCF offers financial assistance to outstanding students attending publicly-supported HBCUs.
Redshirt freshman, Roderick Coffee was slotted into the ninth spot in the lineup to start the 2020 baseball season for SWAG合集 in his first ever collegiate baseball game against New Mexico State University.
Texas Southern senior guard Tyrik Armstrong was named to the 2019-20 National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) All-District 22 First Team while sophomore Yahuza Rasas earned second team honors.
Texas Southern senior bowler Summer Salak capped off the 2019-20 campaign with a spot on the All-SWAC Bowling Second Team.
On Saturday, March 7, the Honors Studies program hosted the Honors College Spring Luncheon to raise funds benefiting the programs in the College.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents announced that Dr. Austin Lane has entered into a settlement agreement with the University, officially ending his tenure with SWAG合集.
Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz is the keynote speaker for the Thomas F. Freeman (TFF) Honors College Spring Luncheon on Saturday, March 7, at 12:30 p.m. in the Tiger Room in the Sterling Student Life Center.
Online registration for the May mini-mester, Summer and Fall classes will be temporarily suspended beginning Friday, April 24, at 10 p.m. through the end of day on Thursday, April 30
Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Mayor Sylvester Turner and SWAG合集 Acting President Ken Huewitt Broke Ground on $10.4M Cleburne Street Construction.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Research Week Program is March 30-April 3, 2020. Research Week provides an avenue for promoting national and local awareness of the exciting research and outreach activities on the campus of SWAG合集.
2020 Black History Month Calendar of Events
SWAG合集 is prohibiting all university travel to Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, and any non-essential travel to China outside of Hubei Province.
SWAG合集 is proud to be named a 2018-2019 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader. SWAG合集 has been named one of the 19 HBCUs to receive this distinction.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) students who need a more flexible schedule for the spring semester have a flexible alternative to consider 鈥 the 鈥淔ast Track to Graduation鈥 option, which starts on Monday, January 27.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents today placed SWAG合集 President Dr. Austin A. Lane on administrative leave with pay.
SWAG合集 recently received the 2019 ACE Award (for Achieving Campus Efficiency) as a result of its ongoing student refund partnership with BankMobile.
SWAG合集, Lamar State College Orange Create Transfer Agreement. The leaders of SWAG合集 and Lamar State College Orange (SCOT) signed a memorandum of understanding on November 12 to create an academic pipeline between the two institutions.
The AT&T Foundation recently contributed $100,000 toward SWAG合集鈥檚 Summer of Success (SOS) program.
Dr. Cherry Ross Gooden, an educator and SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) alumnus, will address graduates at SWAG合集鈥檚 Winter Commencement.
Members of the Ocean of Soul drumline 鈥淭he Funk Train鈥 opened up for Houston hip-hop artist Megan Thee Stallion at White Oak Music Hall.
SWAG合集 Board of Regents Special Announcement. The SWAG合集 Board of Regents, the Board鈥檚 counsel and its internal auditor proactively contacted local authorities after confirming certain improprieties related to the admissions process within the University based on an internal investigation.
SWAG合集 Division Of Student Services Will Host Special Screening on Nov. 13th of Just Mercy, starring Micheal B. Jordan and Oscar winners Jamie Foxx and Brie Larson.
November 8 is recognized as National First Generation College Student Day by the Center for First-Generation Student Success. Students at SWAG合集 will be celebrated for their contributions to our campus community.
Rothko Chapel and the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) will partner for a program to explore the influence of Dr. Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement on environmental justice.
SWAG合集 has partnered with the world renown Monterey Jazz Festival to bring a FREE Music Symposium on October 24th-26, 2019.
Homecoming Week: Day-by-Day Schedule of Events
Linda Toyota Selected to Jesse H. Jones School of Business Advisory Board. Toyota assumed her official appointment on September 9, 2019.
The KSWAG合集2 Radio Drama, a contemporary digital narrative that includes sound effects and original music, premieres live on SWAG合集鈥檚 student run digital station.
Join SWAG合集 President Austin Lane and Student Government Association President Marcus Nash as They Talk to Students on the METRO AV Shuttle.
International Opportunities for SWAG合集 Students to be Explored During Oct. 8 Roundtable With Peace Corps Alumni and Director.
Graduate Student Gains Rich Experience with ABC (Harrison Richmond)
KSWAG合集2 Radio Host Receives Internship with ABC (Kendrick Davis)
From the Shadows to Show Time: Senior Interns With ABC (Tamerras Leonard)
Beginning this fall, there will be several changes relating to University parking, including a reduction in parking rates.
The University of Houston and SWAG合集 will serve as Early Voting and Election Day polling locations for the November 5, 2019 General and Special Elections.
Rice University, SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) and the University of Houston (UH), have won a multi-million-dollar grant to help increase the number of underrepresented minorities pursuing academic careers in engineering and science.
Members of the SWAG合集 Royal Court traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana for the 18th Annual HBCU Leadership Conference.
SWAG合集 National Alumni Association Held its 2019 Alumni Convention July 26-28 in Austin, TX. At this year鈥檚 Awards Luncheon, several SWAG合集 alumnus were recognized for their leadership and dedication to lead the alumni charge.
Malcolm Allen, an accounting major from San Diego, CA, was selected as a Forbes Under 30 Scholar.
SWAG合集 selected as venue for Democratic primary debate. September debate to be televised by ABC, Univision.
Joan R.M. Bullock named dean of SWAG合集 Thurgood Marshall School of Law (TMSL); will be the first female dean to lead law school since its founding.
SWAG合集 is now home to the region鈥檚 first Shared Autonomous Shuttle. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Wednesday morning on the campus of SWAG合集.
Fifty Houston-area high school rising seniors are experiencing a life-changing, week-long program at Texas Southern University.
On June 29, 2019, a 100th Birthday Brunch will be held in honor of legendary SWAG合集 Debate Coach Dr. Thomas F. Freeman鈥檚 100th Birthday.
SWAG合集 President Austin A. Lane has been selected as an Honorary Co-Chair for the National Black MBA Association Incorporated鈥檚 41st Annual Conference & Exposition.
Dr. Teresa McKinney has been named as Vice President of Student Services at SWAG合集. McKinney, who has served as assistant vice president of student affairs at the University of North Texas since 2013, has an extensive background in all facets of student services.
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents approved the appointment of five academic deans at its June 13, 2019, meeting. 鈥淓ach of these deans is uniquely qualified to lead their respective areas,鈥 said SWAG合集 President Dr. Austin A. Lane.
You鈥檝e probably noticed the designation of the center of the Tiger Walk for the Automated Vehicle (AV) Shuttle. The shuttle is a joint project of SWAG合集, METRO and HGAC.
Last Wednesday, SWAG合集 staff members invested in themselves during 鈥淪taff Development Day.鈥
Professors Karen Kossie-Chernyshev Ph.D., and Michon Benson, PhD contribute to the novel A Jim Crow Romance (Outskirts Press, 2017), which won first place in the "African American" category in the 2019 Indie Book Awards, an awards program showcasing works from independent publishers.
Dr. Rockell Brown-Burton, interim dean of the School of Communication, is one of nine Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication members who were selected to participate in the 2019-20 class of AEJMC's Institute for Diverse Leadership in Journalism and Communication.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Jesse H. Jones School of Business is partnering with Ivey Business School and Ivey Publishing 鈥 for a three-day case teaching and writing workshop. The event will be held June 24-27, 2019, on the SWAG合集 campus in the Gerald B. Smith Center for Entrepreneurship & Executive Development.
Set your calendar now for Homecoming 2019 - Oct. 6-12!
Legacy student Aaron Dallas will follow his family鈥檚 tradition of being an alumnus of SWAG合集 at Saturday鈥檚 Commencement.
Monday May 6, President Lane signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Crowley Independent School District and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael McFarland.
Houston native and legendary entrepreneur/music mogul James Prince will receive an honorary doctorate degree from SWAG合集 during Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18, 2019.
Students in the School of Communication visited the KHOU studios to gain more insight into their field.
Members of the SWAG合集 chapter of Health Occupations Students of America competed in the 2019 HOSA competition in San Antonio, TX.
SWAG合集 recognized retiring Tigers last night at the President鈥檚 Annual Retirement Celebration.
At the beginning of the month, the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion hosted a Pre-Ramadan Potluck.
Congratulations to Bobby Wilson, the L. Lloyd Woods Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, for being selected for inclusion in the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement publication.
During the summer (June 3-August 9), SWAG合集 will operate on a special summer schedule. Monday-Thursday, offices will be open slightly longer, and Friday hours will be modified according to the following schedule, with some offices closed on Friday.
SWAG合集 Board of Regents member Hasan K. Mack, of Austin, has been announced as the new Chairman of the SWAG合集 Board of Regents.
Angela Rye, who brings a unique perspective of strategy and policymaking inside the beltway of the nation鈥檚 capital, will be the speaker at SWAG合集鈥檚 Spring 2019 Commencement.
The 2nd annual Tiger Awards and State of the University event brought together SWAG合集 faculty, staff and students in Sawyer Auditorium.
SWAG合集 is pleased to announce its Campus Royalty for the 2019-2020 academic school year.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) hosted its third annual Maroon & Gray Affair on Saturday, April 27 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Houston. The gala raised a record $1.2 million for student scholarships.
SWAG合集 will be closed on Friday, May 10
SWAG合集 alumnus Jason Parker (bachelor鈥檚 degree in 2006; and 鈥14 eMPA graduate) was nominated for and accepted the Reverend Al Sharpton National Action Network (NAN) New York Citys chapter 2019 Men of Vision Award at a ceremony last month.
To kick off Law Week 2019, the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Bar Association hosted the screening of a documentary entitled, 鈥淭he Strange Demise of Jim Crow.鈥
The University Museum presents its annual exhibition of graduating seniors opening on Thursday April 18, 2019.
Professor Howard Henderson and Doctoral Student Jennifer Bourgeois were the recipients of the ACJS Minority Mentor 鈥 Mentee Mentor Awards awarded at its annual conference held in Baltimore, Maryland.
Longtime SWAG合集 Photographer Earlie Hudnall, Jr. was selected by the Texas State Legislature as one of the Texas State Artists for 2020 in the two-dimensional category.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, invites you to the House Judiciary subcommittee on constitution, civil rights, and civil liberties official field hearing on: The Enforcement of the Voting Rights act in the State of Texas.
Declan I. Onwudiwe from SWAG合集 was awarded a fellowship by the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program to travel to Nigeria to work with Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike.
SWAG合集 Theatre presents 鈥淗ome for Thanksgiving,鈥 an engaging and humorous family drama written and directed by SWAG合集 Associate Professor of Theatre Thomas Meloncon.
The Office of Procurement Services, Purchasing Division staff will participate in the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Connection Seminar and Expo May 6th and 7th at the Irving Convention Center. The annual event allows state agencies to meet HUB vendors and develop strategies for increasing HUB purchases.
The Center for Justice Research, along with co-sponsors MEASURE, MARK43 and the Houston Police Department, will host the 2019 Big Data Community Policing Workshop focused on data and reform.
SWAG合集 received its second consecutive financial rating upgrade since 2017 when Moody鈥檚 Investors Service revised its outlook from 鈥渟table鈥 to 鈥減ositive.鈥
The Tigers set the school record for wins in a season (25) and went on their longest postseason tournament run since joining the NCAA in 1978.
SWAG合集, in coordination with Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis, has conducted upcoming improvements to Cleburne Street in the vicinity of the SWAG合集 campus, which are scheduled to begin this summer.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Debate Team continues its reign as champions.
SWAG合集 launched its first student-run, live-stream radio station, KSWAG合集2 鈥 The Voice.
Thomas F. Freeman Honors College of SWAG合集 will host its luncheon/fundraiser, with keynote address from the Honorable Dr. Teta Banks, chairperson of the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA), Saturday, March 23, at 12:30 p.m. in the SWAG合集 University Museum.
Kevin Granger, was named permanently to the position of Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics.
HOUSTON (January 29, 2019) 鈥 Dr. Austin A. Lane, president of SWAG合集 (SWAG合集), has been appointed to serve on the Texas Children鈥檚 Hospital Board of Trustees.
Dr. Mark Harvey, center, leads his group of SWAG合集 students on a study of the decommissioned cyclotron facility, with the help of UTHealth.
On Saturday, January 12, Dr. Brian Perez, director of Jazz Studies, performed the world premiere of 鈥淓ulerian Circles鈥 in Washington D.C. The piece, composed for Dr. Perez by SWAG合集 composition professor Dr. Daniels Adams
Ieshia Champs, a Thurgood Marshall School of Law graduate whose graduation picture featuring her children went viral, was recently appointed as an assistant county attorney in the Children鈥檚 Protection Practice Group for Harris County.
Texas State Representative John Zerwas provided the coin toss for SWAG合集鈥檚 November 11th football game against the Southern University Jaguars. Zerwas,
HOUSTON (August 30, 2018) 鈥 SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) scholars will help in the fight against cancer via a recently announced $5.1 million academic research grant from the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). The five-year grant is a Core Facility Support award,
HOUSTON (August 9, 2018) 鈥 The Accreditation Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) has concluded that SWAG合集鈥檚 Thurgood Marshall School of Law is making progress toward full compliance of several ABA standards that were found to be in violation in 2015 and 2016. The committee further concluded that the law school has achieved complete remediation of one standard.
Looking for an alternative to the traditional college schedule? Do you want to enroll at SWAG合集 but can鈥檛 get started in August?
Southern University Vice President for University Advancement Eva K. Pickens and KSWAG合集 Radio 90.9 FM General Manager Ernest Walker are announcing a new schedule line up, new shows and hosts at the university鈥檚 radio station. SWAG合集 students will have significant roles as hosts and interns at several levels at the campus radio station. The enhanced schedule and programming will begin on Monday, May 2.
The world-renowned Debate Team at SWAG合集 received a proclamation from Mayor Sylvester Turner and City Councilman Dwight Boykins in honor of their win at the inaugural HBCU National Speech and Debate Championship Tournament in January. Mayor Turner declared June 19 as SWAG合集 Debate Team Day in Council chambers at City Hall.
When SWAG合集 Computer Science professor, Dr. Oscar Criner sat down with his students in 2013 to develop new software, he urged his students to assess the market and see where the programming application needs were.
Jesse H. Jones School of Business alumna Marinda Frug茅 has been elected to represent the District of Columbia in the Miss Black U.S. Ambassador Program. Frug茅 will be competing in the national pageant July 3-9 in Oklahoma City.
The Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company Fund are searching for students to compete in the 2016 Ford Historically Black Colleges and Universities Community Challenge. The program, now in its fourth year, has awarded more than $200,000 in scholarships and grants to student teams.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority visited Texas Southern on June 19 for a bench dedication and to present a check for $10,000 to SWAG合集 President Dr. Austin A. Lane as part of their 鈥29 Moments of Service鈥 and the #ThinkHBCU initiative. The AKAs are preparing for their biennial conference to be held July 6-12 in Houston.
HOUSTON (June 20, 2018) -The Jesse H. Jones School of Business at SWAG合集 has received accreditation from AACSB International. The organization's peer-review team delivered a rigorous evaluation that included checking strategic management and innovation and the academic engagement of students and faculty. SWAG合集's business degree programs are accredited for five years and the next on-site review will take place in 2022.
HOUSTON (June 20, 2018) 鈥 KSWAG合集-FM 90.9, the community radio station on the campus of Texas Southern University has been ranked #29 nationwide in public radio, according to a report by Nielsen Audio via the Radio Research Consortium. KSWAG合集 has been a cultural and community anchor in the Houston community for 47 years.
HOUSTON (June 26, 2018) 鈥 The collective work from 21 art majors at SWAG合集 is the focus of an innovative new exhibit. Changing of the Guard: Emerging Artists of 2018steps out of the artistic norm by combining various stories, symbols and themes with social, cultural and political issues through mixed media art.
SWAG合集 President Austin A. Lane, Tarrant County College Chancellor Eugene Giovannini (l-r, seated) with Glenn O. Lewis, chairman and TCC Provost Elva LeBlanc after signing an academic partnership agreement in Fort Worth.
Attorney Jaime Tijerina has been appointed judge of the 93rd Judicial District Court by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
SWAG合集 will hold two ceremonies for the 2018 Spring Commencement. Ceremony One will start at 8:00 a.m. and Ceremony Two will begin at 12:30 p.m.
SWAG合集 Tigers have been selected as the #4 seed in the 2018 NCAA Baseball Tournament. SWAG合集 will face the Texas Longhorns, seeded #1 in the tournament鈥檚 regional match-up, on Friday, June 1 at 8:00 p.m. CDT in Austin. The game will be broadcast live on the Longhorn Network.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) is proud to announce that Dr. Lillian B. Poats, dean of the College of Education, and Mary Young, executive director and chief of police for the Department of Public Safety, have been named as two of 鈥淗ouston鈥檚 50 Most Influential Women of 2017鈥 by Houston Woman magazine.
Beyonc茅, through her BeyGOOD initiative, has announced a partnership with Google.org, the charitable arm of tech giant Google, to award four new scholarships to Historic Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as part of her Homecoming Scholars Award Program. The iconic performer also issued a challenge to other businesses to join Google.org in investing in excellence through education. Beyonc茅 made history April 14 at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival by becoming the first African-American woman to headline in the festival鈥檚 19-year run.
HOUSTON (April 12, 2018) 鈥 SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) is proud to join a consortium of colleges with Rice University in its plan to develop an innovation hub for Houston. The initiative will be housed in the former Sears building in midtown Houston, which is owned by Rice University, turning the 9.4-acre site into a center for collaborative programs to join academic, corporate and entrepreneurial sectors.
Roland Martin, an award-winning print, radio and television journalist who is a host on TV One, will be the keynote speaker at Spring Commencement exercises at SWAG合集 on Saturday, May 12. SWAG合集 will hold two ceremonies at 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and Martin will speak at both events.
Tamron Hall, an Emmy-nominated journalist, former national news anchor for NBC News, and current host of Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall on the Investigation Discovery channel will serve as keynote speaker for SWAG合集鈥檚 second annual Maroon & Gray Affair. The black-tie fund-raiser will be held on Saturday, April 28, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel Houston. All proceeds will help close the financial gap for SWAG合集 students.
SWAG合集 President Austin A. Lane has held meetings with leaders of local, state and national companies and organizations in an effort to enhance real-world experiences for SWAG合集 students. The effort is designed to strengthen partnerships in the business community to provide young academics with interactive opportunities in professional settings.
SWAG合集 officials commemorated construction of its new Library Learning Center today in a special groundbreaking ceremony. The library will be located adjacent to the Barbara Jordan鈥揗ickey Leland School of Public Affairs and the Thurgood Marshall School of Law. The state-of-the-art facility is slated to open in Fall 2019.
Dr. Thomas F. Freeman was the inaugural recipient of Mayor Sylvester Turner's History Makers Awards鈥揕iving Legend. Freeman was feted on February 9 at the Houstonian Hotel at a luncheon hosted by Comcast. Dr. Bobbie Henderson, longtime College of Education professor and founder of SWAG合集鈥檚 Center on the Family, was honored for her years of volunteer work with the United Way of Greater Houston鈥檚 Bright Beginnings program which focuses on early childhood education
HOUSTON (March 15, 2018) 鈥 SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) continues its historic drive in the NCAA Tournament after moving on Wednesday night with a decisive 64-46 win over North Carolina Central in the First Four round of the NCAA Tournament. The victory secured SWAG合集鈥檚 invitation to the Big Dance and a prime-time television match.
HOUSTON (March 15, 2018) 鈥 The world-renowned Debate Team at SWAG合集 won the 28th Annual International Forensics Association鈥檚 Speech and Debate Tournament held March 12-13, 2018 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. SWAG合集鈥檚 Debate Team was crowned 2018 International Champions and will bring home 34 trophies, including 10 first-place awards. The International Forensics Association (IFA) is an affiliate of the National Communication Association (NCA).
HOUSTON (March 13, 2018) 鈥 Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced a joint agreement today in which Precinct One will pay $30 million to improve seven streets in the SWAG合集-University of Houston corridor.
HOUSTON (March 12, 2018) 鈥 Comcast has partnered with SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) to offer its Xfinity On Campus service to SWAG合集 students. Students can now watch live TV, On Demand and recorded content on their IP-enabled devices, including laptops, tablets, smartphones and Roku players. The service is included with room and board and available to more than 800 students living in on-campus housing.
SWAG合集 has been recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation offering online learning by The Community for Accredited Online Schools (AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org). The site released its annual ranking for 2017, honoring SWAG合集 for their excellence in online learning. The Community for Accredited Online Schools is a leading resource for campus and online learning.
The world-renowned Debate Team at SWAG合集 won the inaugural HBCU National Speech and Debate Championship Tournament on January 28 at Wiley College in Marshall, Texas. The three-day competition featured teams from 22 historically Black colleges and universities from across the country.
State delivers insurance check to SWAG合集 for hurricane repairs SWAG合集 accepted $500,000 payment from the State Office of Risk Management (SORM) September 12 to begin repairs to campus buildings following Hurricane Harvey in early September. The funds are proceeds from SORM鈥檚 Statewide Insurance Program.
Dr. Thomas F. Freeman was the inaugural recipient of Mayor Sylvester Turner's History Makers Awards鈥揕iving Legend. Freeman was feted on February 9 at the Houstonian Hotel at a luncheon hosted by Comcast. Dr. Bobbie Henderson, longtime College of Education professor and founder of SWAG合集鈥檚 Center on the Family, was honored for her years of volunteer work with the United Way of Greater Houston鈥檚 Bright Beginnings program which focuses on early childhood education.
Dr. Bobby Wilson has been honored by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) 鈥渇or his extraordinary efforts to significantly increase the number of African Americans with Ph.D. degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).鈥
The Office of Continuing Education has increased its online certificate programming with the addition of the Attorney Ricky Anderson Entertainment Law Institute Virtual Campus (ARAELI). The institute鈥檚 e-learning certificates are designed to prepare students and lifelong learners for today鈥檚 competitive global entertainment and media marketplace.
Stanley Nelson, an award-winning documentary filmmaker, visited Texas Southern as part of his HBCU tour to promote his new film, Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities. SWAG合集 and KSWAG合集 sponsored a screening and panel discussion on August 12 in Sawyer Auditorium. The panel featured Nelson, Dr. Austin Lane, Professor Emeritus Dr. Thomas Freeman and SGA President Corbrin Burton.
Dr. Robert D. Bullard, distinguished professor of urban planning and environmental policy at SWAG合集, was ranked 11th in the top 25 rankings of urban planning faculty in the United States and Canada. Professor Bullard鈥檚 book, Dumping in Dixie: Race, Class and Environmental Quality鈥 was ranked 8th on the top 25 rankings of cited publications by urban planning faculty. The rankings were compiled by Tom Sanchez of Virginia Tech鈥檚 School of Public and International Affairs using Google Scholar Citations. Click here for the complete rankings.
The Office of Continuing Education has increased its online certificate programming with the addition of the Attorney Ricky Anderson Entertainment Law Institute Virtual Campus (ARAELI). The institute鈥檚 e-learning certificates are designed to prepare students and lifelong learners for today鈥檚 competitive global entertainment and media marketplace.
HOUSTON (January 22, 2018) 鈥 SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) announced the establishment of the Center for Justice Research (CJR), a new initiative designed to produce innovative solutions to criminal justice reform and address challenges in America鈥檚 criminal justice system. SWAG合集 was awarded $2.7 million by the Center for Advancing Opportunity, an initiative supported by funding from the Charles Koch Foundation and Koch Industries to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.
SWAG合集 President and Mrs. Austin A. Lane hosted their second annual University-wide Holiday Celebration on December 7 in the Student Center cafeteria. President Lane鈥檚 executive cabinet greeted faculty and staff
HOUSTON (December 16, 2017) 鈥 SWAG合集 held its 2017 Winter Commencement ceremony on December 16, conferring degrees to the University鈥檚 August and December 2017 graduates.
SWAG合集 has partnered with the Education Advisory Board (EAB), a research and technology company based in Washington, D.C., to improve the outcome of the University鈥檚 top priority 鈥 student success and completion.
SWAG合集 Athletics has announced a new television deal with AT and T Sports Network Southwest that will expand the networks' coverage of SWAG合集 Athletics to include Tigers and Lady Tigers Basketball for the 2017-18 season.
SWAG合集 doctoral students Rossalin Goss and Elvis Okoro were selected to participate in NASA鈥檚 Student Opportunities in Airborne Research (SOAR) missions. The pair were two of more than 130 students from seven
HOUSTON (December 1, 2017) 鈥 Yolanda Adams, a Grammy Award-winning Gospel singer, will address graduates at SWAG合集鈥檚 Winter Commencement on Saturday, December 16, 2017.
Dr. Dwalah Fisher was selected as one of the nine class members to be inducted into the 2017 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Hall of Fame
The SWAG合集 Tigers football team battled rival Prairie View A&M on November 25 in the annual Labor Day Classic. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, who was the special guest of SWAG合集 President Austin Lane, provided the
SWAG合集 students are dedicated to serving their immediate community. Students in two organizations, American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) and the Louis Stokes Alliance for
The Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy, Inc. (ECI) is commemorating 25 years of service to the Greater Houston area.
Anthony Collier has been announced as a recipient of the Executive Leadership Council鈥檚 (ELC) 2017 Alvaro L. Martins Scholarship. Collier, a senior honors student from Manor, Texas, has a double major in History and Political Science. ELC is the
The Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ) and Aspect, a leading global provider of cloud commodity trading and risk management solutions, announced a new partnership on October 31.
SWAG合集 and the United States Coast Guard entered into a memorandum of agreement in an official signing ceremony on November 13 in Hannah Hall. The agreement provides the framework that establishes a
Dr. Naomi W. Led茅, founder of SWAG合集鈥檚 Center for Transportation Training and Research (CTTR) will be inducted into the Texas Transportation Hall of Honor.
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SWAG合集 has announced that former SWAG合集 Regent Gary Bledsoe will assume the role of interim dean at the Thurgood Marshall School of Law.
SWAG合集 is pleased to announce that Kendall T. Harris, Ph.D., P.E., has been selected as the new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.
SWAG合集鈥檚 Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ) will host its 25th annual Southwestern Business Administration Teaching Conference (SWBATC) on October 26-27, 2017.
SWAG合集鈥檚 campus was abuzz for seven days as students, alumni, faculty and staff celebrated its 2017 Homecoming 鈥 Tiger Dynasty: The Reign Continues 鈥 from October 7-14
HOUSTON (October 13, 2017) 鈥 SWAG合集 is proud to announce that two top professors have been named as deans, leading the academic community in
HOUSTON (October 11, 2017) - SWAG合集 welcomes free speech and all viewpoints on campus as part of our collegiate experience. A student event at SWAG合集鈥檚 Thurgood Marshall
The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. will host its Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
鈥淭he Dawn of a New Reign鈥, the coronation ceremony of Miss SWAG合集 Tramauni Brock and Mister SWAG合集 Chad Zeno launched SWAG合集鈥檚 Homecoming 2017 slate of events.
SWAG合集 President Austin Lane served as the guest speaker for The Links, Incorporated Missouri City Chapter as they launched their 鈥淟inks Support HBCUs鈥 initiative.
President Austin Lane participated in the 2017 Texas Tribune Festival September 23 in Austin. Lane was part of the Public and Higher Education committee and the panel
Dr. Thomas F. Freeman, iconic SWAG合集 professor and Debate Team head coach emeritus, received the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation鈥檚 (CBCF)
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) will begin a yearlong celebration to commemorate the 90th anniversary of its founding on Thursday, September 14, 2017
SWAG合集 accepted $500,000 payment from the State Office of Risk Management (SORM) September 12 to begin repairs to campus buildings following Hurricane Harvey
Houston Rockets guard James Harden donated $100,000 to SWAG合集 on August 20. The gift is designated for scholarships to aid students in financial need.
Bo Porter and his wife, Stacey honored SWAG合集鈥檚 first responders today through their SELF Foundation. Porter, a Major League Baseball executive and former Houston Astros manager,
SWAG合集鈥檚 Board of Regents unanimously confirmed Melinda Spaulding Chevalier as the new Vice President of University Advancement.
SWAG合集 has been designated as the official depository of records from the Texas NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
In a move that signals that SWAG合集 finances are trending upward, Moody's Investors Service has revised the school鈥檚 financial outlook from negative to stable
The overwhelming success of SWAG合集鈥檚 inaugural Summer of Success (SOS) program in 2016 is being challenged by this year鈥檚 participants who are hard at...
Dr. Alvia Wardlaw, director and curator of SWAG合集鈥檚 University Museum and art history professor, was presented with the Dr. John E. Fleming Award at the Association of
The DeLuxe Theater and SWAG合集 will host the premiere of The Fifth Ward Documentary Film Festival. The event will be held August 4 through August 6, 2017
The SWAG合集 National Alumni Association will host their 2017 SWAG合集 National Alumni Convention from July 20-23, at the Le Pavillon Hotel in New Orleans, LA.
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) and the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) have partnered to facilitate an internship program for SWAG合集 transportation studies students
SWAG合集鈥檚 National Society of Collegiate Scholars chapter (SWAG合集NSCS) has been recognized by its governing body as a Certified Gold Star chapter for the 2016-2017 academic year.
Several outstanding faculty members were recognized for their distinguished work during the 2016-2017 academic year May 10 at the annual Faculty Excellence Awards reception
The 2017- 2018 SGA Administration is front row (l-r) Senator Glensia Robinson, Executive Secretary Sidney Guillory, Miss SWAG合集 Tramauni Brock,
Students take the lead in summer internship
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集), KIPP Foundation and KIPP Houston Public Schools (KIPP) will enter into a memorandum of understanding to develop programs that address the challenges of low-income...
SWAG合集 is pleased to announce the formation of its new Urban Research and Resource Center (URRC). Created through collaborative efforts between faculty and staff from Thurgood Marshall School of
SWAG合集 stakeholders are celebrating the return of the University鈥檚 Freshman Seminar course (FS 102). SWAG合集鈥檚 Curriculum Committee approved...
Music Doing Good, a local non-profit, has partnered with SWAG合集 and three other area schools for an innovative scholarship program, the Music Doing Good College-Bound Fund. Marie Bosarge
The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) faculty celebrated and saluted the long-standing commitment of Drs. Jean Hampton, Jackie McVea, and Professor Dorothy Quiller
SWAG合集 has been recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation offering online learning by The Community for Accredited Online Schools
Texas Southern Athletics has had a remarkable year, bringing a total of seven championship and league titles to campus. SWAG合集 earned regular season and tournament titles in men's and women's basketball,
SWAG合集 saluted 1,139 candidates for graduation during Spring Commencement exercises on May 13 in SWAG合集鈥檚 H&PE Arena.
Dr. Audrey Player, assistant professor of biology, has been selected to work in the laboratory of Dr. Sandra Murray at the University of Pittsburgh鈥檚 School of Medicine
SWAG合集 held its inaugural Maroon and Gray Affair on April 29 at the Marriott Marquis Houston and raised in excess of $800,000 in scholarship money for deserving SWAG合集 students
College acceptance season is in full swing. SWAG合集 President Austin Lane capped off the April leg of his high school recruitment tour with visits to Lincoln High School and Kimball High School in Dallas
SWAG合集 Athletic season ticket holders
SWAG合集 has announced that Mary Young has been named new acting chief of police for the Department of Public Safety at SWAG合集
SWAG合集鈥檚 acclaimed Debate Team returned to campus after competing in the 27th annual International Forensics Tournament in Lima, Peru
Research Week 2017 was held March 27-31 at various locations on campus. Faculty, staff, and students competed in both oral and poster presentations
Robert Hughes, top high school basketball coach and legendary SWAG合集 alumnus, is among 11 new members who will be inducted
SWAG合集鈥檚 best and brightest students along with family and friends filled H&PE Arena March 30 for the annual Honors Day Convocation ceremony.
The University Honors Day Convocation is scheduled for Thursday, March 30, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. in the Health and Physical Education Arena (H&PE).
The SWAG合集 Spring 2017 enrollment of 8,585 is extremely encouraging, especially when compared to first-day enrollment statistics from this time last year (Spring 2016).
Texas Southern has partnered with Comcast Business to expand the University鈥檚 network. Comcast鈥檚 high-performance Ethernet services will increase bandwidth to support SWAG合集鈥檚 growing student population and aid online learning
Judy Smith, president of Smith & Company, a top strategic and crisis communication firm in Washington, DC, will serve as keynote speaker for The...
The Home Depot is back with its 2017 Retool Your School program. Texas Southern has been nominated and is now eligible to move into the voting phase of the process
Samuel Kanu, Electrical/Computer Engineering and Mathematics major, has been selected to join the Apple HBCU Scholars program.
SWAG合集鈥檚 administration is proposing a four-day work week during the summer session to consolidate University resources and save money. An electronic survey went live on March 7...
SWAG合集鈥檚 Board of Regents honored members of the men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 basketball teams
Letter from the president
The SWAG合集 chapter of National Society of Collegiate Scholars (SWAG合集NSCS), a national honors organization that recognizes and elevates high achievers, has been reinstated on campus.
SWAG合集 was recently designated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) as a Beyond Traffic Innovation Center (BTIC).
The Barbara Jordan 鈥 Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) was recently awarded a $3.3 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The grant will expand The HBCU Gulf Coast Equity Consortium...
exas Southern University honored Kevin Warren, the National Football League鈥檚 (NFL) highest ranking African American executive, with its inaugural Pioneer Award,
SWAG合集 aviation student David Thompson is one step closer to becoming an airline pilot after receiving his Private Pilot
SWAG合集's Jesse H. Jones School of Business Alumni Chapter (JHJAC) hosted its fourthannual Scholarship Soiree - Ninety Shades of Maroon and Grey 鈥 on January 21 at the Hilton Americas-Houston...
SWAG合集 alumnus Michael Strahan, Southern University鈥檚 Aeneas Williams and Prairie View A&M鈥檚 Kenny Houston will be spotlighted as SWAG合集 brings one of America鈥檚 largest traveling exhibits to Houston.
SWAG合集鈥檚 College of Education (COE) honored outstanding alumni educators February 16 at its Excellence in Education Gala.
Over 250 students, faculty, staff and alumni participated in SWAG合集 Day at the Capitol. Texas Southern leadership and its contingent were acknowledged on the floor of the House and Senate, and visited legislative offices
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) is releasing its fall performance measures through its agency submission of the 84th regular session of the Automated Budget and Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST). The report indicates significant
SWAG合集 held its 2016 Winter Commencement ceremony on December 10 and reinforced its designation as a special-purpose institution. Family and friends of the graduating class filled the University鈥檚 H&PE Arena
SWAG合集 is pleased to announce that Kenneth 鈥淜en鈥 Huewitt has been named the new Vice President of Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer at SWAG合集.
Administrators from SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) and the Houston Community College System (HCCS) signed a historic memorandum of understanding on November 9 in the College of Education at SWAG合集
Tiffany Curry (鈥07),Jesse H. Jones School of Business alumna, has been selected to serve as a national director for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices' National REThink Council.
Grammy Award-winning jazz saxophonist and gospel artist Kirk Whalum is set to debut a show on SWAG合集鈥檚 iconic station, KSWAG合集 90.9 FM. The Kirk Whalum Show will premiere November 23 and
Austin Lane, who has been named Texas Southern's next president, poses for a portrait on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, in Houston. Fans of the SWAG合集 Tigers were tailgating before the Oct. 22
Dear Alumni and Friends, It is my honor to welcome you back to SWAG合集 and this year鈥檚 2016 Homecoming celebration, ReMember the Times. Coming 鈥渉ome鈥 is an
HOUSTON (October 19, 2016)鈥揟he Honorable John Lewis (D-GA), congressman and Civil Rights Movement icon, visited SWAG合集 October 18 as a special guest of Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee (D-TX)
The long-awaited return of the annual SWAG合集 Grand Tiger Parade to the Third Ward is now only 10days away. Organizers have scoured the country in search of the most magnificent drill teams, marching bands, an
The SWAG合集 campus was abuzz for seven days as students, alumni, faculty and staff celebrated its 2016 Homecoming 鈥 ReMember the Times. This year鈥檚 week-long slate of
Dr. Rochelle Parks-Yancy, Jesse H. Jones School of Business professor, discussed her experience as a 2010 Fulbright Scholar at the Fulbright Association Houston鈥檚 New Academic Year Reception held September 29
The award winning documentary film Until 20, will premiere on the campus of SWAG合集 Friday, October 14 at noon in the first floor Nabrit Science Center lecture hall.
KSWAG合集 90.9FM will host an Impact Houston Live voter registration broadcast forum on Saturday, October 8 from 7:00 鈥 9:00 a.m. to discuss the voting process and the importance of registering to vote. The forum will be moderated by SWAG合集 alumna and Houston Independent
SWAG合集鈥檚 five-member team was challenged to assess and provide a recommendation on a web interface used by a hypothetical refining company. The team had to evaluate four options for enhancing or replacing the system and develop
(Houston, TX) SWAG合集 is well represented in the new Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in Washington, D.C., with a painting from John Biggers,
Come home SWAG合集, and ReMember The Times! Alumni, students, and former students - it鈥檚 ReMember the Times 鈥 your SWAG合集 Homecoming 2016. October 16-22 will be a homecoming week
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Several SWAG合集 groups participated in the annual campaign designed to increase
SWAG合集 will observe its annual Homecoming Celebration Sunday, October 16 through Saturday, October 22. The highlight of the week鈥檚 activities will be the Grand Tiger Parade and its long-awaited return to the SWAG合集 community.
SWAG合集 students, faculty and staff gathered September 9 to observe the university鈥檚 annual Founders Day Convocation. The guest speaker was SWAG合集 alumnus and St. Luke Community United Methodist Senior Pastor Dr. Michael Bowie, Jr.
The Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company Fund are searching for students to compete in the 2016 Ford Historically Black Colleges and Universities
SWAG合集 adheres to and complies with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-226), which require an Institution of Higher Education to
Anthony Collier, a History and Political Science major at SWAG合集, recently won first place in the International Competition for Entrepreneurs in Montego Bay,
SWAG合集 has anchored Houston鈥檚 Third Ward community for 89 years. The buildings, grounds, student organizations, athletic teams, professors and academic...
The class of 2020 at SWAG合集 (#TxSU2020) arrived on campus August 14 for move-in day. New Tigers and their parents were greeted by President Dr. Austin Lane,
Students walking on campus after sundown for night classes, extra-curricular activities or to socialize will see a big difference in their commute from location to location.
SWAG合集 is proud to announce that Sekeia Wyatt, a third-year Thurgood Marshall School of Law student, and Kaleb Taylor, a Political Science major in his junior year,
SWAG合集 has been ranked 97th on the GoodCall 2016 Best Colleges and Universities for Scholarships report. The top 500 of more than 4,000 public institutions
SWAG合集 Tiger student-athletes are back on campus and have reported to their respective camps to begin preparations for the Fall 2016 season. Tiger football, volleyball and
SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) has launched a new, 5-week Summer of Success (SOS) academic support program to provide conditionally admitted students an opportunity to gain
The University is preparing for a Phonathon to help raise money for student scholarships and has requested your assistance. The Phonathon will
SWAG合集 President Dr. Austin Lane and Lone Star College Chancellor Dr. Stephen Head met June 29 to sign an articulation agreement between the two institutions. The plan will facilitate transfers
Junior Pharmacy major Tramauni Brock has been appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott as the new Student Regent for SWAG合集. Brock, who hails from Mansfield, Texas will serve a one-year
The University Museum at SWAG合集 combined art and fashion June 10 at the Omni Houston Hotel during its biennial For The Sake of Art gala and runway show. SWAG合集 alumnus and iconic
The SWAG合集/Verizon Innovative Learning for Minority Males summer program is in the final week of the four-week initiative, which began on June 6
Jesse H. Jones School of Business alumna Marinda Frug茅 has been elected to represent the District of Columbia in the Miss Black U.S.
HOUSTON (June 10, 2016) 鈥 Pappas Restaurants announced that the company is donating more than $500,000 to SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) in support of its student housing initiative. Chris and Harris Pappas presented the check
The SWAG合集 community acknowledges the death of Muhammad Ali, a boxing titan who was recognized throughout the world for his humanitarian efforts
The Office of Purchasing now has the ability to host group and/or individualized Procurement Services training sessions in their office. If you are new to SWAG合集, Banner or the requisition process
The Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ) hosted its 36th annual Awards Banquet May 6, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel 鈥 River Oaks. The evening was an opportunity
3,134 SWAG合集 honors students, their parents, friends and families convened in the H&PE Arena April 27, to be recognized by the university for their 2015 Spring and Fall
The Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the United States Air Force, will perform a free, family-friendly concert Sunday, April 24, at 4:00 p.m. SWAG合集鈥檚 Sawyer Auditorium
The SWAG合集 Board of Regents Presidential Search Committee is pleased to announce that following a thorough, nationwide search, it has narrowed down its pool of applicants to
Verizon and SWAG合集 have announced a partnership focused on exposing middle-school minority boys across Houston to coding, application development,
Kim Burrell, Dove and Stellar award-winner and Houston native, is bringing her captivating and distinctive voice to KSWAG合集 Radio (90.9 FM), beginning Sunday, June 5. Burrell鈥檚 new show
The Department of Administration of Justice within the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at SWAG合集 recently signed an Affiliation Agreement allowing the students
SWAG合集 will consolidate its Office of Student Financial Assistance with the launch of a new Financial Aid Welcome Center this Fall. Housed in the Wast Parking Garage in a newly
SWAG合集 awarded 1,074 degrees in a joyous, standing-room-only Spring Commencement ceremony on May 14. The commencement speaker was Rev. Dr. Marcus D. Cosby, senior pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church.
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation recently recognized and awarded SWAG合集鈥檚 College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS)
The Office of Financial Aid would like to inform the entire university of the upcoming financial aid dates and deadlines. To ensure that all students will be eligible for aid for the Fall 2016 semester,
Dr. Austin A. Lane has been named the sole finalist to become the 12th president of SWAG合集 (SWAG合集) by its Board of Regents. Lane plans to
Southern University Vice President for University Advancement Eva K. Pickens and KSWAG合集 Radio 90.9 FM General Manager Ernest Walker are announcing a new schedule line up,
Houston, TX 鈥 Boys from middle schools across Houston will have the opportunity to learn technology skills this summer at SWAG合集 as part of the Verizon Minority Male Makers Program.
An excited team of students, alumni, employees and community representatives all gathered for an Open House on Saturday at the University鈥檚 Radio Station KSWAG合集-FM, 90.9.
Former SWAG合集 Board of Regent Curtistene McCowan will become the 21st mayor of DeSoto in May when she runs unopposed for the mayoral seat in the city. She will make history by being the first female in the role of mayor in Desoto.
Honors day Convocation and Class Cancellation
Look for SWAG合集 to have a huge presence in the upcoming NCAA Final Four weekend Friday, April 1 鈥 Monday, April 4 in various locations around Houston.
DUNCANVILLE鈥擳he Duncanville Independent School District (DISD) has named Dr. Marc Smith as the school district鈥檚 new superintendent
A graduate of nearby Jack Yates High School School of Communications, an alumnus of the School of Music in Washington DC,
The FOX/HBCU Media Alliance selected SWAG合集 as an official partner for the first collaboration between SWAG合集 and the Fox/HBCU Media Alliance as part of the American Crime Story
Dayana Abdullah 鈥 Smoot was one of NASA鈥檚 Minority University Research and Education Program students selected to work at the NASA Johnson Space Center. She was placed in the
Yvette Barker has been hired as the new Director of Housing at SWAG合集. Barker, a student housing professional with more than 18 years
The search for SWAG合集's 12th president has begun with the formation of a 14-member Presidential Search Committee appointed by the chair of the SWAG合集 Board of Regents Derrick Mitchell.
The SWAG合集 Foundation, a nonprofit corporation which provides support to the University to include securing funds for all legitimate University purposes
The SWAG合集 College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) Doctor of Pharmacy program has earned continued accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
Jesse H. Jones School of Business Associate Professor of Accounting Dr. Kamala Raghavan has been awarded a 2016-17 Fulbright U.S. Scholar grant.
Dr. Frankie T. Jones, Sr., President and CEO of Phoenix One Enterprise and Phoenix One Farms, Inc., visited the SWAG合集 campus February 18, to participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new SWAG合集/Rooms
AUSTIN 鈥 The Barbara Jordan Freedom Foundation today announced that an interactive exhibit of Jordan鈥檚 life will be on display on the ground floor of the Texas Capitol Rotunda from Monday, Feb. 22 to Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016.
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All new students, transfer students and any student returning to the university following a break in enrollment of at least one fall or spring semester, who is 21 years old or younger
Holly Adrienne Hogrobrooks, civil rights pioneer who helped to organize Houston鈥檚 first sit-in on March 4, 1960, died January 22 after a lengthy illness
On February 26-27, 2016, SWAG合集 will pay tribute to the Blues with two performances of the stage play Johnnie B. Goode. Written and directed by Thomas Meloncon
While some public relations professionals fear calls from media representatives, SWAG合集鈥檚 Eva Pickens relishes the opportuni
In celebration of African American History Month, the Houston Public Library and SWAG合集 will partner to present award-winning author Wil
Harris County Commissioner El Franco Lee has died. The family confirmed that Commissioner Lee suffered a heart attack and died January 3.