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Student Commencement Speaker Will Pursue Grad School, Robotics Career After DoD Internship

April 23, 2026 | By Hayden Bergman

Mitchell Nasser, Computer Science, is graduating with a clear path into a career in robotics.

Students in the American Concrete Institution at the University of Houston-Downtown smile at the ACI Concrete Competition

Creating a Strong Foundation for Future Engineers

April 23, 2026 | By Adrin Martin

This article is the first in a series about UHD’s student-centered professional organizations, ranging from smaller groups founded on campus to collegiate chapters of national organizations. Across all four academic colleges, these organizations...

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Denim Day 2026: Supporting Survivors of Sexual Assault

April 23, 2026

People around the world wear denim on Denim Day, a campaign held in April each year for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, in solidarity and support of survivors of sexual assault. Denim Day 2026 is Wednesday, April 29. Gators are encouraged to wear...

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UHD Dining News: April 20-24

April 17, 2026

Hungry, Gators? Read on for a list of specials and promotions at the University of Houston-Downtown's Food Court for April 20-24, 2026.  New Breakfast Item:  French Toast Sticks: Four French Toast Sticks ($3.59)  Gator Wings ($6.99):  Monday:...

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Inside The Bayou Review

April 16, 2026 | By Natalia Ruiz

At its core, The Bayou Review is a space for exploration.   The Bayou Review, University of Houston-Downtown’s student-run literary and arts magazine, is tied to the course ENG 3332 Literary Magazine Production, in which students learn firsthand...

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Student Commencement Speaker Alexis Beltran

April 15, 2026

Alexis Beltran earned her degree in Political Science.

Jonathan Davis wears a blazer and smiles in the Marilyn Davies College of Business at the University of Houston-Downtown. Davis will serve at the university's Provost starting May 1, 2026.

Congratulations to Interim Provost Jonathan Davis!

April 15, 2026

Last week President Blanchard announced that as Provost Deborah Bordelon assumes the position of Interim President on May 1, 2026, Dr. Jonathan Davis, Dean of the Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB), will step into the role of Senior Vice...

Five recipients of the University of Houston-Downtown's faculty awards 2026

UHD Faculty Recognized for Advancing Student Success, Research Impact, and Shared Governance

April 15, 2026 | By Natalia Ruiz

The University of Houston-Downtown community came together on April 14 to celebrate the extraordinary dedication, creativity, and impact of our faculty at the annual Faculty Awards Ceremony.

Students in SHRM UHD celebrate winning the 2026 Society for Human Resource Management Student Competition at the University of Houston-Downtown

UHD Hosts Record-Breaking 2026 SHRM Texas Student Conference & Competition

April 14, 2026

The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) and the Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB) proudly hosted the 2026 SHRM Texas Student Conference & Competition on April 10–11, welcoming more than 170 attendees from over 20 schools and 16 competing...

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See How Shakespeare’s Greatest Tragedy Becomes an Unforgettable Event

April 10, 2026

Join us for a unique personal enrichment course that brings Shakespeare’s "Hamlet" to life through film, literature, performance, and conversation. This immersive experience invites participants to explore one of the world’s most enduring stories...