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UH PROMES Scholars Give Back This Holiday Season December 11, 2019 Engineering students address needs in the UH and Houston communities It’s the season of giving, and students who are enrolled in the UH Cullen... |
![]() Engineering students address needs in the UH and Houston communities
It’s the season of giving, and students who are enrolled in the UH Cullen College of Engineering’s Program for Mastery in Engineering Studies (PROMES) are making the most of it. |
Seven UH Engineering Students Win 2019 ASIE Scholarships November 19, 2019The American Society of Indian Engineers and Architects (ASIE) awarded seven of their 22 engineering scholarships this year to students attending the... |
![]() The American Society of Indian Engineers and Architects (ASIE) awarded seven of their 22 engineering scholarships this year to students attending the UH Cullen College of Engineering. The selected undergraduate and graduate students represent six of the college’s seven engineering departments. Here are the UH scholarship winners: Engineering – Undergraduates |
Distinguished Alumnus Wayne Klotz To Speak At Fall 2019 UH Cullen College Commencement November 18, 2019 Klotz views engineering as a 'license to change the world.' Houston civil engineer and UH Cullen College of Engineering alumnus D. Wayne Klotz (... |
![]() Klotz views engineering as a 'license to change the world.'
Houston civil engineer and UH Cullen College of Engineering alumnus D. Wayne Klotz (MSCE ’76) was named the keynote speaker for the college’s fall 2019 commencement on Friday, December 13. He earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Texas A&M University in 1974 and a master’s degree in civil engineering from the Cullen College in 1976. |
Record Number of Cullen College Engineering Students Attend 2019 Forbes Under 30 Summit October 28, 2019Forbes, a renowned business publication, has selected seven UH Cullen College of Engineering students to participate in its 2019 Under 30 Scholars... |
Forbes, a renowned business publication, has selected seven UH Cullen College of Engineering students to participate in its 2019 Under 30 Scholars program. Last year only one engineering student, Ayoola John-Muyiwa (BSPetE ’19), was chosen. |
Energy Industry Experts to Visit UH Campus for 2019 Energy Night October 28, 2019The Energy Coalition, a collaborative University of Houston student organization, is hosting the 2019 Energy Night on Monday, November 4, at the... |
![]() The Energy Coalition, a collaborative University of Houston student organization, is hosting the 2019 Energy Night on Monday, November 4, at the Student Center. The event will bring in leading experts who can share insights and answer questions about the future of the energy sector. |
UH Petroleum Department Attends 2019 SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition October 14, 2019The UH petroleum engineering department joined more than 6,000 oil and gas professionals at the BMO Centre in Calgary, Alberta for the 2019 SPE... |
![]() The UH petroleum engineering department joined more than 6,000 oil and gas professionals at the BMO Centre in Calgary, Alberta for the 2019 SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE) on September 30- October 2. |
Cullen College Professor Wins Outstanding Young Alumni Award October 2, 2019 Jerrod Henderson Recognized for Diversity and Student Success Efforts Jerrod Henderson, instructional associate professor at the UH Cullen... |
![]() Jerrod Henderson Recognized for Diversity and Student Success Efforts
Jerrod Henderson, instructional associate professor at the UH Cullen College of Engineering, will receive the 2019 Outstanding Young Alumni Award from his alma mater. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Illinois chose seven alumni to recognize. |
The UH Cullen College of Engineering Welcomes Seven New Faculty Members September 3, 2019The UH Cullen College of Engineering is kicking off the 2019-2020 academic year by welcoming seven new faculty members to its teaching and research... |
![]() The UH Cullen College of Engineering is kicking off the 2019-2020 academic year by welcoming seven new faculty members to its teaching and research rosters. They bring expertise in a wide variety of fields ranging from neuroscience to data science and machine learning. Their research covers topics ranging from innovations in bioengineering to sustainability of energy systems. |
Photos: Engineering Alumni Association Hosts 2019 Annual Meeting August 26, 2019The Engineering Alumni Association (EAA) held its annual meeting on August 22nd at Saint Arnold’s Brewery. This annual event furthers the EAA’s... |
![]() The Engineering Alumni Association (EAA) held its annual meeting on August 22nd at Saint Arnold’s Brewery. This annual event furthers the EAA’s mission of championing, supporting and uniting the Cullen College’s students, faculty and alumni. |
UH Engineering Faculty Earn International Recognition From Society of Petroleum Engineers August 19, 2019 Assistant Dean, National Academy of Engineering Member In the Spotlight The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) recognized two UH Cullen College... |
![]() Assistant Dean, National Academy of Engineering Member In the Spotlight
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) recognized two UH Cullen College of Engineering faculty members with major international awards. |
Houston universities team up to boost minorities in academia August 13, 2019 NSF grant to Rice, UH, Texas Southern will help future science, engineering professors HOUSTON – (Aug. 13, 2019) – Rice University, Texas... |
![]() NSF grant to Rice, UH, Texas Southern will help future science, engineering professors
HOUSTON – (Aug. 13, 2019) – Rice University, Texas Southern University (TSU) and the University of Houston (UH) have won a multimillion-dollar grant to help increase the number of underrepresented minorities pursuing academic careers in engineering and science. |
UH Cullen College of Engineering Presents Inaugural Innovator Awards July 30, 2019 Faculty, students recognized for innovation, creative entrepreneurial spirit Innovation is the engine that drives all of humanity’s greatest... |
![]() Faculty, students recognized for innovation, creative entrepreneurial spirit
Innovation is the engine that drives all of humanity’s greatest achievements – from the creation of the first wheel to electricity to heart transplants. And it is the entrepreneurial spirit that puts these advances into the hands of the people who can use it the most. |
UH Cullen College of Engineering Recognized for Achievements in Diversity by ASEE July 19, 2019The American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) honored the UH Cullen College of Engineering with an award recognizing its commitment to... |
![]() The American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) honored the UH Cullen College of Engineering with an award recognizing its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness. |
National Academy of Engineering Member and UH Professor Chosen for Highest Honor by the Society of Petroleum Engineers July 1, 2019 SPE Recognizes Ganesh Thakur with Honorary Membership |
![]() SPE Recognizes Ganesh Thakur with Honorary Membership |
UH PROMES Going Places, Tackling Global Challenges June 27, 2019 Engineering Students Learn as They Travel While many people dream of seeing the world one day, a group of UH Cullen College of Engineering... |
![]() Engineering Students Learn as They Travel
While many people dream of seeing the world one day, a group of UH Cullen College of Engineering students recently returned from Brazil as part of the first engineering faculty-led study abroad experience through the Program for Mastery in Engineering Studies (PROMES). |
UH Cullen College of Engineering Announces 2019 EAA Gala Honorees May 20, 2019The 2019 UH Cullen College of Engineering Alumni Awards Gala will be held at the Bayou City Event Center on Thursday, June 6. The annual event,... |
![]() The 2019 UH Cullen College of Engineering Alumni Awards Gala will be held at the Bayou City Event Center on Thursday, June 6. The annual event, hosted by the Engineering Alumni Association (EAA), celebrates the professional accomplishments and contributions of Cullen College alumni and faculty. Learn more about this year’s honorees below: LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD |
Photos: Spring 2019 UH Engineering Commencement Ceremony May 16, 2019The University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering celebrated the graduation of more than 600 engineers on Thursday, May 9 at the Fertitta... |
![]() The University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering celebrated the graduation of more than 600 engineers on Thursday, May 9 at the Fertitta Center. The proud graduates included: 427 bachelor’s, 141 master’s, and 45 doctoral students. The spring 2019 commencement featured a keynote address from Chang OH Turkmani, Managing Director at the Mega Company and Engineering Leadership Board Member (ELB). |
Photos: 30th Annual UH Engineering Crawfish Boil Kicks off OTC May 15, 2019The UH Cullen College of Engineering hosted its 30th annual Offshore Industry Crawfish Boil on Sunday, May 5 at Lynn Eusan Park. Thousands of alumni... |
![]() The UH Cullen College of Engineering hosted its 30th annual Offshore Industry Crawfish Boil on Sunday, May 5 at Lynn Eusan Park. Thousands of alumni, faculty, students and industry leaders gathered to network and mingle as they enjoyed crawfish, bbq, beer, drinks and live music. Since its inception, the annual spring event has raised over $1 million with proceeds benefitting engineering scholarship and academic programs. |
Offshore Technology Conference Celebrates 50 Years May 7, 2019 UH Cullen College of Engineering part of the conference program |
![]() UH Cullen College of Engineering part of the conference program |
Cullen College Honors Faculty, Staff Students with Outstanding Awards at Spring Meeting May 6, 2019Joseph W. Tedesco, Elizabeth D. Rockwell dean of the Cullen College, recognized faculty, staff and students for their outstanding performance in... |
![]() Joseph W. Tedesco, Elizabeth D. Rockwell dean of the Cullen College, recognized faculty, staff and students for their outstanding performance in teaching, research and service at the Spring 2019 Faculty and Staff Meeting held on April 30. |