Violence Reports Increase at University of Houston
Annual security data shows a 61.11 percent rise in reported violence against women on campus between 2024 and 2025.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Women’s Issues
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Reported incidents of violence against women at the University of Houston rose 61.11 percent from 2024 to 2025, according to the annual Security and Fire Safety Report released on September 30, 2026. These crimes accounted for 39 percent of the total campus crime reported during that period.
Why it matters
The rise in figures may reflect increased student awareness of sexual assault definitions. Meanwhile, the university was required to close its diversity, equity and inclusion offices due to Texas Senate Bill 17.
Reported dating violence rose from 18 in 2024 to 41 in 2025, while domestic violence cases increased from 9 to 17. Stalking cases saw a smaller rise, moving from 27 reported incidents in 2024 to 29 in 2025.
The players
University of Houston
This is a public research university located in Houston that is subject to state-mandated legislative requirements regarding campus administrative offices.
The details
In fall 2025, the university consolidated the Women and Gender Resource Center into the Parent and Family Office to comply with Senate Bill 17. The university continues to offer mandatory online training called Crossroads and provides individualized safety planning via Sexual Misconduct Support Services.
Timeline
2024 served as the baseline year for crime reporting statistics.
2025 marked the reporting period for the increase in crime statistics.
The Women and Gender Resource Center was consolidated in fall 2025.
The annual Security and Fire Safety Report was released on September 30, 2026.
Culture Shift
The reorganization of campus support centers follows the mandates of Texas Senate Bill 17, which prohibits public universities from maintaining diversity, equity and inclusion offices. This structural change alters how institutional resources are allocated to students across the state.
Students may need to utilize the Parent and Family Office or Sexual Misconduct Support Services for guidance following the consolidation of campus resources. Residents and students should also be aware of the mandatory Crossroads training program regarding consent and reporting procedures.
The takeaway
Students are encouraged to utilize institutional safety planning services to understand their rights and available reporting channels. Heightened reporting figures serve as a reminder for the campus community to remain proactive regarding personal safety and local support services.
Further reading
For additional context on campus initiatives and support resources, visit the Women’s Issues section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chron.
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