The JCPenney Suit-Up Event is an exclusive shopping opportunity for University of Houston students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Attendees can save up to 30% off plus an additional $25 off a $100 purchase on professional attire, including suits, blazers, blouses, dress shoes, and more.

In-Person Shopping (Two Locations - Same Event)

Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026

Meyerland Plaza - JCPenney
730 Meyerland Plaza Mall, Houston, TX 77096
Time: 4–7 PM CST

First Colony Mall - JCPenney
6535 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Time: 3–6 PM CST

How It Works:

• Check in at the registration table upon arrival
• Receive a physical coupon (one per person)
• Shop during the private event hours
• Complete purchases at the JCPenney register

What to Bring:

• UH ID or driver’s license
• A form of payment

Virtual Shopping Option
Dates: Begins Sunday, February 1, 2026 (available for one month)

Website: www.jcpenney.com/m/suit-up

How It Works:

• Text GOCOOGS to 67292 to receive your coupon
• A digital coupon code will be sent near the event date
• Use the code at checkout on the JCPenney website

This event is a great opportunity to build or refresh your professional wardrobe at a discounted rate—perfect for career fairs, interviews, and professional events.

Looking for a fun way to give back, earn service hours, or get involved in the Houston STEM community? SEFH needs volunteers to help support Texas' largest student science fair—no experience required!

Dates: February 13–14

Why Help Out?

• Flexible shifts before and during the fair
• Great for résumés, service hours, and networking
• Hands-on roles like registration, setup, logistics, and more
• Open to all majors—just bring energy and closed-toe shoes!

Requirements

• Age 12+ (college students easily qualify)
• Volunteers under 16 must bring a guardian (not you!)
• Show up, help out, and have fun

Sign Up

🔗 More Info
🔗 Register Here

Join in and help make this year's fair an awesome experience for young scientists across Texas!

NSM’s Scholar Enrichment Program (SEP) offers free tutoring to UH students enrolled in the courses listed on the Scholar Enrichment Program Tutor Schedule. Tutoring is available for:

Learn more about the tutoring centers available through the various NSM departments.

• American Chemical Society (ACS) at UH Tutoring Room
• CASA Tutoring Center (Math)
• ConocoPhillips Computer Science Learning Center
• Geosciences Learning Center
• Physics Department Learning Center

Are you interested in doing research as an undergraduate? NSM’s Outside Undergraduate Research Opportunities page lists multiple opportunities outside UH. Opportunities are categorized as in Houston, in Texas and out of state. Here are just a few examples of the 30+ opportunities listed on the page:

• Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program - Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
• Baylor College of Medicine SMART Program
• NASA DEVELOP National Program
• Department of Energy Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
• Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) - Other Universities (comprehensive list of NSF-funded REU programs nationwide)

Additional resources and information about finding research opportunities on campus can be found in NSM’s Undergraduate Research webpages.

Northwestern University is accepting applications for its nine-week Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Nanotechnology—an opportunity often described as the best summer job you’ll ever have. The program immerses undergraduates in hands-on nanotechnology research while providing access to world-class laboratories, mentorship and professional development.

Participants will work full time on a faculty-mentored research project and gain experience using advanced instrumentation. The program also includes research seminars, field trips, team-building activities and training aimed at strengthening public speaking and technical writing skills. Students from large and small institutions across the country are encouraged to apply.

Each REU participant receives a $6,300 stipend, round-trip airfare, a meal plan and on-campus housing.

Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Undergraduate major in engineering or the sciences
• At least one year remaining in your degree program

Application Deadline: February 9

Apply Here

Contact: Margaret Connolly - m-connolly@northwestern.edu

This program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

The University of Central Florida is now accepting applications for the NSF-DoD Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site: Advanced Technologies for Hypersonic, Propulsive, Energetic, and Reusable Platforms (HYPER). Faculty and staff are encouraged to share this opportunity with eligible students.

The 10-week summer program will run from May 17–July 24, 2026, and focuses on advancing fundamental research related to hypersonic flight, aerospace systems, and energy technologies. Participants will engage in hands-on, interdisciplinary research addressing challenges such as advanced manufacturing, internal cooling and heat transfer, and rotor dynamic control for mitigating flutter.

Program Highlights:

• Faculty-mentored research with graduate student support
• Collaboration within a multidisciplinary research team
• Site visits to NASA Kennedy Space Center and aerospace companies
• Professional development workshops and graduate school preparation
• Training in ANSYS numerical simulation software
• Engagement with other REU cohorts at UCF

Each participant will receive a $6,000 stipend, on-campus housing, and travel support to and from Orlando.

Application Deadline: Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11:50 PM ET

Learn More and Apply

Have you ever considered teaching? The teachHOUSTON Program is an NSM Capstone that prepares mathematics and science majors to teach grades 7–12! While in the program, you will receive quality hands-on mentoring via convenient online instruction that will prepare you to be a successful teacher.

Qualifications for Program:

• Classified as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
• Received a grade of B or above in Calculus I, and
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5

Your journey begins with the first course, Introduction to STEM Teaching (CUIN 4397). View the teachHOUSTON Course Sequence for an overview about how math and science majors move through the program.

Scholarship Opportunities and Alternative Certification Pathway

• Advancing Cultural and Computational Engagement in STEM Scholars (tH-ACCESS)
• Alternative Certification Pathway for STEM

Key Benefits of Joining teachHOUSTON

• Keep your major in math or science.
• Add a math/science teaching certificate with no added time.
• Meet your capstone requirement.
• Try out teaching with one class (Introduction to STEM Teaching-CUIN 4397).
• Seeking students from racially, ethnically, socially, and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Scholarships and paid internships are available.
• Job security and satisfaction.
• Average starting salary for teachers is $58,000.
• MAXIMIZE your potential with teachHOUSTON – College of Natural Science and Mathematics Teacher Prep Program!

Questions or to Schedule an Appointment: Email tHadvising@uh.edu

NSM is offering students a Career Readiness Certification through HireNSM called Pathways.

Pathways is a self-guided, virtual career readiness training program available to all NSM students. First-year and sophomore students are encouraged to begin their Pathways journey as the program is designed to help students develop their career readiness over the course of their time at UH.

Students can access Pathways by going to AccessUH > HireNSM > Resources, top-right tab > Pathways, box in the middle > Module I. The estimated time to complete Module I is under one hour.

Earn Rewards by Turning in Proof of Completion
Upon completion of each module, students will earn rewards by bringing their screen shots or printouts of completed tasks to the Scholar Enrichment Program area in the basement of the M.D. Anderson Library, Room 56 on the first and last Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10 AM and 11 AM – 4 PM. Students who complete all eight modules will receive a Career Readiness Certification.

K-Scholastic is hiring academic tutors to work with K–12 students in the Houston area. This is an in-person position, and applicants must have a personal vehicle.

Details:

• Minimum availability: Two evenings per week
• Starting pay: $30/hour, with increases based on experience
• Location: Various in-person sites in the Houston area

How to Apply:
Email your résumé and a brief statement of interest to reports@kscholastic.com or complete this form.

The British American Foundation of Texas is a nonprofit that supports young Texans through enabling access to education.

We offer an all expenses paid UK based summer STEM Program for HS Juniors and college scholarships for HS Seniors and college students.

All programs are for low-income students in Texas with great potential.

Applications are open now - please click below for more information and to apply. If you would like us to visit your school or college to present our opportunities, or if you have any questions, please contact us.

More information for STEM and Business majors at 2 or 4 year public colleges in Texas.

The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), a top-ranked institution under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, offers a wide selection of international degree and non-degree programs designed to attract students from around the world. As shown across the international prospectus and program guides, USTC is recognized for its strength in quantum science, materials science, chemistry, engineering, computer science, energy science, and life sciences, with 38 undergraduate programs, 78 master’s programs and 89 doctoral programs available.

Why Study at USTC
According to the prospectus (page 2), USTC is a member of the C9 League and ranks among the top universities in China and globally. It features world-class faculty, major national research facilities, and institutes located in Hefei, Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, Guangzhou and Beijing. USTC stands out for:

• Highly ranked global research output (top 5 in China per U.S. News Rankings and ARWU subject rankings)
• Extensive scientific infrastructure including the Hefei Advanced Light Facility and quantum information research centers
• A diverse international community with students from more than 100 countries

Degree Programs
The full range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs (pages 6–8) spans natural sciences, engineering, computer science, and humanities/social sciences. Many programs can be completed in English, and competitive USTC Fellowships are available for tuition, accommodation subsidies, medical insurance and monthly stipends.

International Programs in Suzhou
USTC’s Suzhou campus hosts specialized graduate offerings such as the Master of Software Engineering and doctoral programs in biomedical engineering and nanoscience. Program highlights include industry collaboration opportunities and proximity to key research institutes within the Suzhou Industrial Park. (Pages 9–10)

Non-Degree Programs
USTC also provides short-term academic and research experiences (pages 11–12), including:

• Research Internship Program: 3 months to 1 year, open to graduate students and upper-level undergraduates; includes tuition waivers, health insurance and stipends for select applicants.
• Summer School: Four-week program featuring scientific lectures, lab visits, and Chinese cultural activities.
• Winter Camp: Two-week academic and cultural immersion program with Chinese language instruction, campus tours and visits to major scientific facilities.

Each program offers USTC Fellowship support covering tuition, accommodation subsidies and, in some cases, travel support.

How to Apply
Application portals and deadlines vary by program:

• Degree programs: Online application from Oct. 16, 2025 – Jan. 31, 2026.
• Non-degree programs: Deadlines vary; applications must be submitted at least three months before the intended start date.

Applications are now open for the UHTB Innov8 Hub’s Spring 2026 startup acceleration program, a 12-week immersive experience designed to support innovators and entrepreneurs ready to launch and scale technology-driven startups.

Selected founders will work alongside expert mentors and advisors, collaborate with a cohort of peers, and refine their ideas through hands-on programming. The experience culminates in a final pitch event, where participants will compete for cash prizes and increased visibility for their ventures.

Program details

• Application deadline: Jan. 30, 2026
• Cohort begins: Feb. 16, 2026

Entrepreneurs developing innovative technologies and seeking structured support are encouraged to apply.

👉 Apply Here

The Innov8 Hub looks forward to welcoming the next cohort of founders and supporting the growth of their ideas this spring.

May 2026 | 2 Weeks | 3.0 Credit Hours

What is the future of energy? This is your chance to experience the energy transition in action. We are headed to Chile, a global leader in copper and lithium mining and a rising powerhouse in renewable energy, for a two-week study-abroad course.

Learn from industry experts, engage with indigenous perspectives, and gain hands-on insight into the complex balance between energy and the environment. There will be site visits and workshops exploring how innovation, finance, and policy shape sustainable development in real time.

Open to undergraduate students studying engineering, finance, business, natural science, public policy, human resources, construction management, or other energy-related fields.

Apply here: tinyurl.com/2vvtcrhn

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) is now accepting applications for the 2026 HSF Scholar Program. Faculty and staff are encouraged to share this opportunity with eligible students in their networks. The application deadline is Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2 PM PT.

Each year, HSF selects 10,000 students as HSF Scholars, providing access to a robust suite of Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, wellness training, and knowledge-building opportunities. Scholars may also be eligible for scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000, depending on available funding.

HSF Scholar Benefits Include:

• Career support, including assistance with internships and full-time job opportunities
• Access to national conferences (Leadership, STEM, Finance, and Sports, Media & Entertainment)
• Exclusive HSF Insider career and opportunity updates
• Eligibility for the Fund A Scholar program, enabling direct donor support

Eligibility Highlights:

• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA recipient
• Minimum GPA: 3.0 (high school) or 2.5 (college/graduate)
• Plan to enroll full time in an accredited four-year or graduate institution in 2026–27
• Completion of the 2026–27 FAFSA
• Open to students of all races who identify as being of Hispanic heritage

Phase I of the application takes approximately 30 minutes and requires no essays, recommendations, or document uploads.

For full details and application timelines, visit the HSF website or the myHSF portal.

The University of Houston College of Education, in partnership with the ExxonMobil Foundation, invites early-career middle school STEM teachers to apply for STELLAR, a no-cost professional development program designed to strengthen STEM teaching expertise and expand professional networks.

Running from Summer 2025 through Summer 2026, STELLAR combines in-person and online learning, interactive sessions and sustained mentoring. Participants deepen their content knowledge, learn practical instructional strategies, and engage with experienced educators and industry professionals. The monthly commitment is approximately seven hours.

Who Can Apply

Certified Teachers

• Teach middle school math or science
• Have five or fewer years of experience
• Work at a Title I school in Houston ISD, KIPP Houston or Spring ISD
• Receive a $1,000 stipend

Non-Certified Teachers

• Hold a bachelor’s degree and 15 credit hours in math or science
• Accepted into the UH Alternative Certification Program
• Teach at a Title I school in Houston ISD, KIPP Houston or Spring ISD
• Receive free ACP tuition
  Non-certified applicants must also apply to the UH ACP.

Program Benefits

• Strengthen classroom teaching with real-world strategies
• Build a professional network of peers, mentors and industry experts
• Enhance your résumé and career opportunities

Apply Now

The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine have established a new opportunity for students pursuing careers in healthcare.

Through this partnership, graduates of NSM’s Master of Science in Biology with a Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Sciences program who meet specific academic and admissions criteria will receive automatic interview invitations for admission to the Fertitta Family College of Medicine.

Designed to better prepare students for professional degree programs in medicine, dentistry, and allied health fields, the one-year master’s program provides advanced coursework, research and internship experiences, and individualized advising.

For program details and eligibility requirements, visit NSM’s Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program webpage.

The Improving Access to Career and Educational Development (I-ACED) program provides financial, academic, and professional support for students pursuing graduate degrees in engineering and STEM fields. Participants benefit from scholarships, mentorship, and hands-on research opportunities at Jackson State University, Prairie View A&M University, Rice University, Texas Southern University, and the U.S. Army Engineer Research & Development Center (ERDC).

Benefits Include:

• Up to $10,000 in tuition scholarships (limited full awards available at Rice University)
• Career development, mentorship, and peer support
• Internships or research experiences at ERDC or partner institutions
• Paid research rotations and scholar engagement activities
• All-expenses-paid tour of ERDC facilities

Areas of Study:

1. Digital Twinning
2. Biotechnology
3. Sustainability and Resilience

Eligibility:
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or admitted refugees accepted into a participating graduate program and demonstrate financial need (via FAFSA).

Fall 2025 Info Sessions:

• Dec. 18, 3:30–4 PM CST

Register and Apply Now - Applications for Fall 2026 are open through April 15. Early submission is encouraged.

For questions, contact Lesia Guinn (Program Manager) at lesia.guinn@rice.edu or Dr. Maria Wettergreen (Program Director) at mwettergreen@rice.edu.