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Start shopping for your courses today in myUHD for the Fall 2025 semester to secure your ideal schedule without any payment due now. By registering today and paying later, you’ll have time to finalize financial aid or arrange payment before the August 16, 2025 deadline.

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A Journey Through Time: Celebrating Our Legacy

Step into a visual narrative of memorable moments from the University of Houston-Downtown. This photo gallery showcases the defining events and milestones that have shaped our institution over the years. From inspiring commencement ceremonies and vibrant campus celebrations to impactful community service initiatives and groundbreaking academic achievements, each image tells a story of growth, perseverance, and unity.

Join us as we honor the spirit of the Gator community and reflect on the journey that brought us to where we are today. Together, we celebrate the people, memories, and moments that have made UHD a beacon of excellence and inspiration.
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A Glimpse into UHD’s Forward-Thinking Vision

At the University of Houston-Downtown, we’re shaping a dynamic future as an anchor institution for the Greater Houston region. Since 2021, UHD has embarked on a comprehensive planning process—including a strategic plan, academic master plan, campus master plan, and Quality Enhancement Plan—focused on innovation, growth, and community engagement. Through these efforts, UHD is enhancing its campus, expanding academic opportunities, and strengthening its ties with Houston to create a vibrant, impactful university for all. 

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2025 Ring Ceremony a Huge Success
More than a hundred graduating seniors (plus a couple of alums) proudly received their UHD rings on Saturday, May 10, at the Wellness & Success Center during the Spring 2025 Ring Ceremony, presented by the Office of Alumni Relations and the Office of the Dean of Students. 
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162 Graduates Receive Their Master’s
The first graduating class of the Master of Educational Leadership degree took the stage—alongside the other proud Gators receiving their master’s in programs ranging from Criminal Justice to MBA— for the Graduate Hooding Ceremony on Saturday, May 10, at the Wellness & Success Center. Congrats to all 162 master’s degree candidates!
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Spotlight on Mental Health
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s important to know that UHD cares about the physical and mental health of its students, faculty, and staff.
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Congratulations to UHD’s New SGA Officers
UHD students turned out in force for a spirited SGA election that has crowned a fresh slate of student leaders, from USGA President Maximiliano Perez to GPSA President Derrick Small. Ready to transform big ideas into action, this team is poised to launch exciting initiatives, events and campus improvements. Get to know your new SGA officers for 2025 to 2026 and find out what’s next for Gator Nation.
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Historic Agreement Signed Between UHD, LSC, and Aldine ISD
Aldine ISD (AISD), Lone Star College (LSC), and the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) entered into an important agreement on April 29—one that will change the lives of many current Aldine ISD students as well as the lives of those far into the future.
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Two New Gators Receive the Tu Futuro Scholarship
Two new Gators are on their way to UHD this fall, thanks to the 2025 Tu Futuro Scholarship presented by Univision Houston and the University of Houston-Downtown. At a packed celebration on campus, high school seniors Anahi Reyes and Johan Banguera were both awarded full-ride scholarships, marking a milestone year for this life-changing partnership. Learn more about their journey and the impact of this transformative program.