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Gator Accolades: UHD’s AMA Chapter Wins AAF Competition

Gator Accolades: UHD’s AMA Chapter Wins AAF Competition

November 15, 2024 | By Kay Medina

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.

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Gators: Wednesday, Nov. 20 Is UHD Day at POST Houston

November 12, 2024

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

Toys for Tickets

November 8, 2024

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

Food Services' News, November 11-15

November 8, 2024

Check out the latest dining news, including specials and upcoming closures.

Veterans Day

Veterans Day

November 8, 2024

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.

UHD vitalvoices Demystifies AI

UHD vitalvoices Demystifies AI

November 8, 2024

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.

You Asked, We Listened: Learn More About the Office of Study Abroad

You Asked, We Listened: Learn More About the Office of Study Abroad

November 8, 2024

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.

Meet the UHD Chili Cookoff Winners

Meet the UHD Chili Cookoff Winners

November 8, 2024

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...

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Gator Grit: First-Gen Week at UHD

November 1, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

In recognition of first-generation college students' vision and tenacity, UHD is joining higher education institutions nationwide in celebrating First-Gen week on November 4-8.

Calling All Faculty & Staff: Support Our Gators!

Calling All Faculty & Staff: Support Our Gators!

November 1, 2024

The Give to Gators Campaign brings UHD employees together to support scholarships and enhance programs that impact our students and community