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Institutional excellence—along with research,
diversity, student access, and partnerships—has
become a hallmark of the University of Houston.
Prior to my arrival on campus, I knew of UH’s enormous
potential and strong reputation as a leader in higher education.
But since assuming the dual role of University of Houston
System chancellor and UH president in January, I’ve
had the exciting opportunity to see firsthand many facets
of our greatness. My experiences over the past few months
have helped me realize that excellence abounds at the University
of Houston.
I’m thrilled to be a Cougar and proud to be a part
of a new era at the University of Houston. As we begin
to work together to move our university to an even higher
level, I encourage you to embrace your university from
the positive perspective of a “glass half full.” We’re
at a unique moment in time when we must all stand committed
to building our future and continue raising our expectations.
There’s so much we want to accomplish and improve,
while continuing to focus on our core mission and reason
for existence—ensuring that our students are prepared
to succeed in today’s global economy.
I invite you to browse through the pages of this issue
and experience for yourself the excellence that is being
achieved on our campus and by Cougars throughout the
nation; meet one of our innovative law professors; and
learn why I’m counting on you to assume an active
role in helping move your university to the next level.
We have exciting stories to tell. And I trust that this
issue—chronicling the University of Houston’s
overall excellence and numerous achievements—will
invoke pride, incite action, and bring light to the fact
that an old adage, coined by Benjamin Franklin nearly 300
years ago, remains true today… “Well done
is better than well said.”
Renu Khator
UH System Chancellor and UH President
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