Alumni News
Impactful Teaching, Impact Learning: How One Student Changed Admissions Policy
Recent UHD graduate Thomas Duong’s success is a testament to perseverance, the UHD faculty’s impact on student outcomes, and how one research project can make a big difference. A native of Vietnam, Duong attended Houston Community College before...
New Mural at CHSS Celebrates Gators Past, Present, and Future
Last November, Gator alumni and married couple Bobby and Brenda Ramos, owners of Ramos Renditions, unveiled the product of their months-long labor: a mural on the tenth floor of the One Main Building.
From Harlingen to Houston, Chief J. Noe Diaz Walked a Challenging Path
Discover the inspiring journey of UHD alum and Houston Police Chief J. Noe Diaz, Jr., from a small-town boy to leading Texas' largest law enforcement agency.
Student Spotlight: Andy Berrios
Andy Berrios persevered and is now a data scientist at Kellogg's. While an undergrad, he embraced campus life and professional development opportunities.
Patrick Caballero Is Defying the Odds
A recent graduate with Huntington's Disease, Caballero overcame significant physical challenges to achieve academic success and pursue his dreams of a Master's degree.
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Sheriff Ed Gonzalez
Welcome to our series on alums from UHD's College of Public Service's Criminal Justice program who have had a significant impact on the Houston community and beyond. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez kicked off his long-standing role in law...
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Chief J. Noe Diaz
J. Noe Diaz, Jr., Houston Chief of Police, grew up in the small town of Harlingen, Texas. As a boy, Diaz recalls his fascination with state troopers, and at five or six years old, he made the decision to follow in their footsteps. “I didn’t have...
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Constable Alan Rosen
Welcome to our series on alums from UHD's College of Public Service's Criminal Justice program who have had a significant impact on the Houston community and beyond. When Constable Alan Rosen, Harris County Precinct 1, graduated from UHD’s Police...
Join Us for Alumni Jingle Mingle
As the holiday season approaches, UHD invites you to the Jingle Mingle Ugly Sweater Party on Dec. 19! This festive event brings the alumni community together to celebrate the season, reconnect with friends, and make new connections. Held in the...
A Dream Realized: Mother of Five Takes on the Classroom
Lucia Romo is the President of the Be a Teacher Club and Associate Dean of Community Engagement of DAIR to Teach. The best part? She graduates in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Education for Early Childhood through Grade Six with Bilingual Supplement.