President’s Excellence Awards - Each year the University of Houston recognizes employees for service longevity of ten years or more, in increments of five years.  Additionally, a select group of staff employees is honored each year through the annual President’s Excellence awards program.

Cougar Cudos - Cougar Cudos is a Staff Council program that allows staff to recognize other staff members for exceptional service to the University of Houston.

Provost-Sponsored Faculty Awards - The Office of the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs sponsors a number of awards for faculty members, with the vision of promoting and recognizing excellence at the University of Houston.