UHD News

Welcome New Employees April 8
UHD welcomed new Gators to the family this week!

Food Services' Offerings for April 8-12
Check out the offerings and eats on campus for the week of April 8.

Solar Eclipse Basics
Lecturer Aimee Bichler, Ph.D. will explain what an eclipse is, notable historical eclipses, how to view an eclipse safely, and more. Her lecture begins at 11:45 a.m. at the Fondren Commons in the College of Sciences and Technology Building. Afterwards, attendees are invited to go outside and view the event, and the first 100 attendees will receive a pair of Lunt Solar Systems glasses (American Astronomical Society-approved, meeting the ISO 12312-2 international standard).

The Katy Rodeo: A Time-Honored Tradition
Ashlyn Pena, a Junior in the College of Public Service, a UHD Cheerleader, and a Former VP of an FFA Chapter in Katy ISD, has insight on what it takes to be a Gator. In the following interview, Pena shares some of her background involving the FFA, rodeos, legacy, and becoming a Gator.

Announcing the Finalists for the QEP Topics
We are excited to announce the finalists for the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) topics at University of Houston-Downtown. After careful consideration, three outstanding topics have been selected to advance to the final stage.

UHD Celebrates Earth Month: Learn About Sustainability and Take Action!
UHD will partner with Earth Day Houston on Saturday, April 20. Discovery Green is presenting a big event and even bigger challenge: GO ZERO for a waste-free event with zero trash with the help of UHD volunteers as Recycling Ambassadors.

Welcome Carole E. Clerie in New Role of VP for Human Resources
The University of Houston-Downtown welcomes Carole E. Clerie as the inaugural Vice President for Human Resources.

Toll Tag Readers Installed at Academic Building and Shea Building Garages
UHD Parking and Transportation Services and Information Technology are excited to announce that toll tags are now an additional credential that you can use to access our parking garages.

Celebrating Student Employees
The Office of Human Resources has collaborated with over a dozen departments to celebrate National Student Employee Appreciation Week.

Food Services' Offerings for April 1-5
During the week of April 1-5, the following will be available for campus dining: Food Truck Tuesday (4/2) – Sizzles Enjoy handcrafted Signature Sizzlin' Burgers like the H-Town Sizz or vegetarian alternatives like the Black Bean Sizz. Food...