HOUSTON, Aug. 18 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release:

Organic Interest and Real-world Momentum Propels UH to the Global Forefront

The University of Houston has undeniably captured the world's attention, soaring 15 spots to No. 52 in the 2026-27 Global University Visibility (GUV) Rankings. Evaluated against more than 1,200 universities across 193 UN-recognized countries, this ascent reflects a simple fact: people are hearing about the University of Houston, seeing its impact and intentionally seeking out more information about its groundbreaking work.

Published by American Caldwell, the GUV rankings measure how effectively universities command public attention through news coverage, public interest, website traf...