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The TCH Symposium on AI in Healthcare is merging with the TMC AI Summit. 

The 2026 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Update Conference will focus on childhood autism. Children can be diagnosed with earlier than ever before. Studies of young children with autism have identified risk factors as well as possible interventions to improve outcomes. Universal autism screening leads to earlier identification of autism by an average of 2 years. However, the success of screening efforts relies not only on consistent screening at critical points in time but also on (a) healthcare providers’ placement of appropriate referrals and (b) families’ completion of those referrals.

Know Your Value: How to Master Interviews and Negotiate Job Offers Confidently - Wednesday, February 25 at 5:00 p.m.

Not sure what comes next after graduation? Wondering how to get from where you are to where you want to be?

This virtual session is designed for UTHealth Houston students exploring career paths across health fields. Learn how professionals navigate different trajectories, including unexpected twists, and how understanding your options can strengthen your ability to negotiate job offers and contracts with confidence.

You’ll gain practical strategies for evaluating offers, responding to “this is our standard offer,” and advocating for yourself without sounding difficult.

Speakers: Shalan Mitchell and Jocelyn Jackson
UTHealth Houston Office of Executive Recruitment

Get ready to spice things up! We invite all students, faculty, and staff to join us for the 2026 Chili Cook-off—featuring plenty of chili, fun games, and exciting prizes, including tickets to the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo!

Do you want to enter your chili for judging? Email: [email protected]

The entire School Community is invited to join us on Monday, March 2, for McWilliams Day & the Listening Tour for President Melina Kibbe, MD.

Dean Jiajie Zhang, PhD, will present on the State of the School as we recognize our annual McWilliams Day. Afterward, President Kibbe will speak with our faculty, staff, and students.

We look forward to seeing many of you at this special opportunity to hear from Dr. Kibbe.

Date: March 2, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: McWilliams Classrooms - 6th floor

McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston invites you to join us and discover the incredible opportunities that await you at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics.

What to Expect:

• Introduction to Biomedical Informatics: Learn about the fascinating world of biomedical informatics, its role in healthcare, and the myriad career possibilities it offers.
• Program Overview: Explore our comprehensive academic programs, including graduate degrees and certificates, and discover which one aligns with your interests and career goals.
• Admissions Information: Get valuable information about the application process, admission requirements, and scholarships available for prospective students.
• Q&A Session: Bring your questions and get them answered by our admissions team during the interactive Q&A session.

McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston invites you to join us and discover the incredible opportunities that await you at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics.

What to Expect:

• Introduction to Biomedical Informatics: Learn about the fascinating world of biomedical informatics, its role in healthcare, and the myriad career possibilities it offers.
• Program Overview: Explore our comprehensive academic programs, including graduate degrees and certificates, and discover which one aligns with your interests and career goals.
• Admissions Information: Get valuable information about the application process, admission requirements, and scholarships available for prospective students.
• Q&A Session: Bring your questions and get them answered by our admissions team during the interactive Q&A session.

INVITING ALL UTHEALTH HOUSTON STUDENTS! Enjoy FREE crawfish, shrimp, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and beverages at our 15th annual crawfish boil.

UTHealth Houston Student InterCouncil (SIC) and Facilities and Auxiliary Services invites all UTHealth Houston students to the 15th annual Crawfish Boil from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 10, at the courtyard next to the Cooley University Life Center, 7440 Cambridge St., Houston.   

The Crawfish Boil — SIC’s largest event — is a great opportunity to spend time with friends and meet fellow students from all UTHealth Houston schools. Each UTHealth Houston student attending may also invite one guest.

Learn how to peel and eat crawfish while enjoying music, playing games, and meeting peers and SIC representatives. In addition to crawfish, the no-cost event will include shrimp, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and beverages. Students also receive giveaways upon entry.

To attend, present your UTHealth Houston student ID badge and driver’s license at the check-in table. Students are encouraged to take the UTHealth Houston Shuttle to the Cooley Center or park in the East Road parking lot across from UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry. ID badges are required to ride the shuttle. Additionally, only service animals are allowed at the event (HOOP Policy 101).

For more information, visit the SIC website.