UHD News

Gator Accolades: UHD’s AMA Chapter Wins AAF Competition
The University of Houston-Downtown's (UHD) American Marketing Association (AMA) chapter is celebrating another big win! Twelve outstanding Gators from UHD recently competed at the American Advertising Federation-Houston Competition and Conference on November 1-2 and brought home three coveted awards.

UHD Observes National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week
The annual program brings people together to draw attention to hunger and homelessness. You can help by volunteering time, donating goods, or educating others on these important issues.

Welcome New Employees! November 18
Make sure you give a friendly word and wave to the newest members of the Gator family!

Gators: Wednesday, Nov. 20 Is UHD Day at POST Houston
All UHD students, staff, and faculty are invited to take advantage of discounts and tour the facility at UHD Day at POST Houston, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 401 Franklin Street.

Toys for Tickets
Parking and Transportation Services (PTS), in partnership with the Police Department, is pleased to announce the first Holiday Toy Drive to support Betsey Ross Elementary School, Ketelson Elementary School and Mickey Leland College Preparatory...

Food Services' News, November 11-15
Check out the latest dining news, including specials and upcoming closures.

Veterans Day
The veterans service office of UHD has diligently worked towards rebuilding UHD as a military friendly institution and this coming Veterans day Celebration we are hosting is a shining example of great things to come.

Meet the UHD Chili Cookoff Winners
More than 250 guests attended the 2024 edition of this annual event, while 11 teams put their chili-cooking skills to the test. The judges panel (listed below) included 2024 Paris Olympics High Jump Silver medalist Shelby McEwen. The event also...

You Asked, We Listened: Learn More About the Office of Study Abroad
The results of last week's student survey are in, and they're clear: UHD students want to hear more about the study abroad experience, and they also want to hear from the Office of Study Abroad. UHD's Office of Study Abroad offers options that fit a variety of student interests, including brief, faculty-led trips, semester-long immersion programs via affiliated universities, and exchange programs.

UHD vitalvoices Demystifies AI
In this informative session, Dr. Izadi and Hong will tackle misconceptions about AI, educate attendees on potential biases that may arise while using generative AI, and practical applications from visual arts to journalism.