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Once a Coog, Always a Coog

A part of you

Some things are a part of you forever. Those who embark on an educational journey with the University of Houston find a place they can call their own — not just for four years, but for the rest of their lives. Our future growth depends on the success of our past, and we need alumni like you to continue our strong legacy.

Since 1940, the University of Houston Alumni Association has served and supported the University of Houston, more than 276,000 alumni, loyal friends, and the community the University calls home.

’70

“ UH was the place for me ”

Super Bowl-winning NFL Coach and Distinguished Alumnus

Wade Phillips: A Coaching Career Rooted at UH

Wade Phillips (’70) proudly wears two rings on his right hand: his Super Bowl championship ring, and his University of Houston ring.

’81

“ It all started for me at UH ”

Award-winning Sportscaster and Distinguished Alumnus

Jim Nantz: From student golfer to world famous sportscaster

Jim Nantz (’81) says that the path for his dreams all started at the Jack J. Valenti School of Communication at the University of Houston.

’84

“ It was a dream, and then it was a reality ”

Former NBA player and “Phi Slama Jama” member

Hakeem Olajuwon: Living the Dream

Reflecting back on his career, Olajuwon said he is thrilled at the opportunities he found at the University of Houston, and couldn’t imagine having gone anywhere else.

’86