Fridays, 1–2 p.m., in the Honors College Commons

The Grand Challenges Forum encourages students to think critically, discuss openly and learn unequivocally. The Honors College welcomes a diverse group of distinguished scholars, authors, activists and artists in an effort to further the University’s commitment to intellectual rigor, critical thinking and scholarly excellence. The Grand Challenges Forum offers students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the local community a time to hear a wide range of lectures dedicated to a compelling theme.

Hosted by the Honors College, the Grand Challenges Forum is open to the entire UH community. The lectures will be held on Fridays from 1–2 p.m. in the Honors College Commons. 

Friday, February 7, 2025
Fady Joudah 
Palestinian American Physician, Poet, and Translator
Fady Joudah visits the Honors College

Friday, February 14, 2025
Diana Schaub, Ph.D.
Professor Emerita of Political Science, Loyola University Maryland
"Lincoln’s Lyceum Address: Democratic Theory for Citizens"

Friday, March 28, 2025
Ricardo Nuila, M.D., B.A.
Physician, Author of The People's Hospital
"The People's Hospital: How Public Healthcare and the Humanities Can Reshape Medicine" 

Friday, April 4, 2025
David L. Callender, MD, MBA, FACS
President & CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System
Caregivers’ Purpose: Creating Healthier Communities