A new $6.55 minimum wage will be in effect today for all 12 states, including Texas, operating off the federally syandardized minimum wage. UH employers' concerns, however, are already fixed on next summer as the threshold minimum wage rises incrementally to $7. (0) comments
Federal minimum wage will increase to $6.55 per hour from $5.85 per hour today, and although she believes the increase is long overdue, UH associate professor of economics Aimee Chin expressed concerns that the wage still does not provide a sufficient standard of living when inflation is factored in. (1) comment
With Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain dominating the news, it may seem Democrats and Republicans are the only choices. However, Independent presidential candidate Ralph Nader presents another option to the American voter. Nader, along with vice presidential candidate Matthew Gonzalez, will hold a news conference at 1:30 p. (4) comments
Though they may appear maze-like to visitors, the ubiquitous sky bridges connecting the Texas Medical Center's numerous buildings symbolize the collaborative efforts of institutions serving as the backbone of Houston researchers' medical breakthroughs. With the establishment of the Center for Mathematical Biosciences last spring, the University of Houston will continue to strengthen ties with the Medical Center and play a major role in this research. (0) comments
Staff Council announced Wednesday the winners of the 20th annual Staff Council Elections, which took place July 15 and 16. The elected group of 22 new and returning staff representatives, who will serve as an advisory body to University administration, will take office on Sept. (0) comments
The following is a partial report of campus crime between July 17 and Tuesday. All information is selected from the files of the UH Police Department. The information in italics indicates when the event was reported to UHPD and the event's location. Information or questions regarding the cases below should be directed to UHPD at (713) 743-0600. (1) comment