The U.S. News & World Report “Best Graduate Schools” rankings once again reflect the excellence of our programs, the impact of our scholarship, and the dedication of our faculty, staff, and students. UTMB programs not only earned top 100 recognition but also improved their standing since last year.
Faculty Development & Faculty Affairs News Supporting and Celebrating Faculty Success at UTMB
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Office of the Provost
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Share Your Accomplishments
Faculty members, we want to know about your accomplishments! Your awards, honors, leadership roles, publications, and more will be showcased in the 2026 Faculty Accomplishments Program.
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AE Leadership Announcements
Please join us in welcoming these leaders to their new roles at UTMB!
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How IPCE Supports Your Educational Activities
The Office of Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) partners with faculty throughout the full lifecycle of an educational activity, from early planning and gap analysis to outcomes evaluation and compliance with Joint Accreditation standards.
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'More Good Days, Together' for Mental Health Month
The work we do at UTMB, teaching, mentoring, caring, leading, asks something profound of us every day. This May, the Office of Wellness is inviting you to turn some of that care inward.
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Mental Health Month Wellness Activities
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Office of Wellness invites you to More Good Days, Together, a month-long series of free activities and sessions every week in May, hosted in partnership with OLLI and Bent on Healthy Living Wellness Center.
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Wellness Wednesday: Walk With Us
This April, in recognition of Move More Month led by the American Heart Association, the UTMB community came together for a simple but powerful idea: step away, get moving, and connect.
Appointments & Promotions
Health Education Center (HEC)
Faculty Development Events
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Highlights from Around Our Schools
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An Immersive Experience at the State Capitol
In March, UTMB School of Nursing Policy & Leadership and Health Advocacy Honors students traveled to Austin for an immersive experience at the intersection of nursing and public policy.
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Nearly 500 Nursing Graduates Make Up Class of 2026
The UTMB School of Nursing Commencement celebrated the Class of 2026 on April 21, 2026, as 490 graduates marked this important milestone together.
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Exploring Innovative Solutions for a Widespread Nursing Shortage
Dr. Sheba Luke, Interim Graduate Department Chair, School of Nursing, addressed how the nursing shortage is everywhere in a Becker's Hospital Review op-ed.
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PLTI Innovator Awards
Faculty members from the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences were recognized by the Physical Therapy Learning Institute.
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SHP Professional Observances
The School of Health Professions recognized faculty and students in two departments in April, observing Occupational Therapy Month and Medical Laboratory Professionals Week.
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Inaugural Pilot Award an Investment in Faculty Research
The Department of Population Health and Health Disparities has awarded its first-ever pilot grant, selecting Dr. Michael Goodman's proposal on AI-enabled community health tools.
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All About the MS in Aerospace Medicine Program: FAQs
Check out these FAQs for the Master of Science in Aerospace Medicine, now open to applicants beyond UTMB's aerospace medicine residents.
New Awards
New Grants
New Publications
Research and Innovations
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More News and Events
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UTMB Is an Institutional Member of Consortium of Universities for Global Health
Did you know? UTMB is an institutional member of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health, a leading global network of universities and organizations committed to advancing global health. This institutional membership includes access to educational resources, tools, expertise, and opportunities.
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What the Librarians are Currently Reading on Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping research, publishing, and clinical practice — and raising important questions about accuracy, accountability, and human judgment. This selection highlights articles librarians are reading on AI’s growing influence in scholarly communication and healthcare.
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