Campus Resources
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Basic Needs Center
N210, 713-221-5808
The Basic Needs Center is the hub for students to receive the necessary assistance
with essential life needs outside of the classroom. The Basic Needs Center assists
currently enrolled students who may need emergency assistance with housing placement,
food insecurity, bodily/mental health, transportation, and financial assistance.
Bookstore
N351, 713-221-8025
UHD Bookstore is your one-stop shop for textbooks and school spirit clothing. We offer
the choice of new and used textbooks as well as rental and digital copies when they
are available. The UHD Bookstore price matches online competitors including Amazon.
Shopping early will provide the best opportunity to obtain used textbooks and help
you avoid any delays. Financial aid such as university-funded scholarships, textbook
loans, and Veteran Affairs aid are accepted in the bookstore.
Campus Reservations
OMB S600, 713-221-8580
UHD Campus Reservations serves as the University of Houston-Downtown's hub for event
space and meeting requests.
Counseling Services
S280, 713-221-2181
UHD Counseling Services provides counseling services to UHD students. Counseling Services
is designed to help you maximize your mental health and effectiveness at home, school,
or work. Through this service, you receive confidential, personal support for a wide
range of issues, from everyday concerns to serious problems. Whether you want advice
about a personal concern, need to talk to someone about drug use, or are simply feeling
overwhelmed by school life, we can help. If you want to ask a question or request
a service, just call, or visit our website for appointment information. You will be
connected to an experienced clinician. Our clinicians are experts in helping people
identify the nature of their problems and find the right resources to address them.
All records, including medical information, referrals, and evaluations, are kept confidential
in accordance with federal, state, city, and university laws/policies.
Dean of Students
S380, 713-221-8100
The Office of the Dean of Student Life supports the mission of the University of Houston-Downtown,
by serving as a resource and guide to students, providing critical student support
services, and complementing the classroom experience. This office is also responsible
for conducting the university's student discipline procedures, student complaints,
disseminating information, interpreting University policy, rules and procedures, and
problem resolution. The goal of this office is to support student success, retention,
and graduation.
Dining Services
A308, 713-221-8462
UHD Dining Services offers a variety of retail dining options. The Gator Bite Café's
food court, located on the third floor of the Academic Building, houses Starbucks,
Chick-fil-A, Mondo's Subs, Create Salad Bar, and Burger 713. If you are in the Marilyn
Davies College of Business building, grab food on the go from the Shea Street Café
Avenue C-store. UHD Dining also brings local Houston food trucks to campus just outside
the UHD Science and Technology Building in the food truck plaza.
Disability Services
GSB 314, 713-221-5078
The Offices of Disability Services, at the University of Houston, Downtown, is committed
to ensuring full access to both academic and co-curricular programming for students
with disabilities. We serve as a resource to faculty, and staff, and work collaboratively
with campus partners to remove barriers to access and implement solutions while complying
with Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and the Americans Disabilities Act
of 1990/Amendments Act of 2008.
Food Market
OMB S292, 713-221-8100
UHD's Food for Change Program gives currently enrolled UHD students access to shop
for fresh produce, meats, and other groceries in our Food for Change Market, enabling
them to save money for other necessities and maintain their focus on school.
Health Services
S445, 713-221-8137
Student Health Services focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment
of minor illnesses and injuries. Clinicians provide the same primary care found in
most physicians' offices (including women's health) and offer referrals to specialists
in the community when necessary. Routine laboratory services, pregnancy testing, and
confidential HIV testing are provided. The clinic offers select services throughout
the year. Appointments are recommended for these services. In addition, Student Health
Insurance information is available online.
Information Technology
ACAD 700, 713-221-8031 (X3000)
The Office of Information Technology is the centralized location for the University
of Houston-Downtown community to contact for all technology needs, including software,
hardware, telephone, user accounts, and access privileges. Some common IT Service
Desk requests include software installation; Microsoft Office support; email setup;
laptop support; wireless issues; report virus and spyware issues; and computer account
issues.
Library
5th Floor, 713-221-8187
The W. I. Dykes Library occupies the northern portion of the fourth floor and the
entire fifth floor of the One Main Building and may be entered from the Main Street
elevators or stairs. The library's fourth-floor computer lab provides 84 computers
with internet access, research databases, and software applications. In addition to
the computer lab, fourth-floor study spaces include twelve group study rooms, two
presentation practice rooms, a One Button Studio simplified video recording room,
and a large reading room where students can study or relax between classes. Two library
instruction classrooms, an event room, and a meditation room are also located on the
fourth floor. The fifth floor houses the library's physical collection and is furnished
with comfortable seating and study carrels.
UHD Career Center
S402 713-221-8980 • uhdcareer
The UHD Career Center helps currently enrolled UHD students and alumni from the College
of Public Service, College of Sciences & Technology, and College of Humanities and
Social Sciences with all things related to career attainment and beyond.
Parking
N117, 713-221-8127
To park on the UHD campus a valid permit must be displayed on your vehicle's rear-view
mirror. Purchasing a permit does not guarantee a parking space but allows you to park
if space is available. Parking permits must be ordered online. Permits will not be
sold in the Parking and Transportation Services office.
Police
OMB N118, 713-221-8065
The UHD Police Department provides a safe and secure environment for the university
community. Keeping our campus safe for the students, staff and faculty is of paramount
importance to every department on campus. Protect your personal property (cell phone,
laptop, books, etc.) always. The Police Department strongly recommends that individual
property not be left unattended at any time.
Registrar's Office
N330, 713-221-8999
The University Registrar keeps the official university records of enrollment and academic
standing. The Registrar's office is also charged with finalizing residency formation,
withdrawals, university transcripts, graduation information, finalizing and publicizing
schedules and procedures related to, enrollment, final exams, and course listings.
Reporting Forms
The University of Houston – Downtown has several reporting forms that assist us in
addressing behavior that is against community standards, concerning, disruptive, and
threatening to the educational environment on campus. There are separate forms to
address different types of behavior.
- Behavior Intervention Form – Campus community members are encouraged to submit this form for reporting student issues related to concerning, delusional or threatening behavior.
- Sexual Misconduct Form - Campus community members are encouraged to submit this form for reporting student issues related to sexual misconduct such as non-consensual fondling, sexual assault, groping, or other unwanted advances and touching.
- Discrimination & Harassment Form - Campus community members are encouraged to submit this form for reporting student issues related to harassment or discrimination of a protected class experienced or witnessed.
- Student Conduct Incident Report Form - Campus community members are encouraged to submit this form for reporting student issues related to any violations of campus policy such as alcohol, drugs, physical harm, disruptive activity, and other violations.
- Student Complaint Form - Campus community members are encouraged to submit this form for students to report issues related to any grievances experienced, processes, or procedures not followed by university departments or personnel.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
OMB S350, 713-221- 8041
A variety of state and federal grants, loans, and scholarships are available to help
you with educational expenses through the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Most of these programs are available to anyone who is enrolled at least on a half-time
basis, has satisfactory academic progress, and demonstrates financial need. Most financial
aid requires submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or
Texas Application for Student Financial Aid (TASFA) for undocumented students. To
apply for financial aid or to receive more specific information about aid opportunities,
contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Student Business Services
S310, 713-221-8196
The Student Business Services Department consists of the Cashier Office and the Student
Accounting Office. The Cashier Office processes payments from students for tuition , fees, and miscellaneous items and manages installment plans, emergency/short-term
deferments, and book loans. The Student Accounting Office handles student billing,
processing of student refunds, processing, and collection of returned (NSF & Stop
Payment) checks, third-party contracts/sponsorships exemptions and waivers, and collection
of delinquent student accounts.
Student Leadership & Involvement
OMB S204, 713-221-8573
The Office of Student Leadership & Involvement (SLI) is dedicated to supporting the
mission of the University of Houston- Downtown by enriching the college experience
outside the classroom. SLI empowers students to become people of influence through
immersion in co-curricular experiences which develop leadership, social, and interpersonal
skills, and a commitment to serving communities. SLI supports academic success and
UHD pride by connecting students to the life of the university. The Office of SLI
provides services for student organizations, fraternities, and sororities, offers
leadership development opportunities, fosters ways to give back to the community through
service, and provides a social environment with the Student Lounge. With over 90 student
organizations, including Greek organizations, and numerous programs to choose from,
the Office of SLI offers students a world of opportunities to become involved at UHD
and in the community. Let us help you find a way to get involved.
Student ID Card
Wellness and Success Center, 713-221-8225
An official UHD ID card is required of all currently enrolled students to utilize
services on campus (library, computer lab, gym, etc.). A student's first UHD ID card
is free of charge (replacement ID cards are $10). A student must present an unexpired
valid government photo ID card. ID cards are processed at the Wellness and Success
Center.
Testing Services
GSB 311, 713-221-8027
The University of Houston-Downtown has a state-of-the-art 120-seat computerized testing
center that provides a wide range of comprehensive testing services to UHD students
as well as students attending other institutions. Local and national tests are provided
by testing personnel, including but not limited to Correspondence Exams, the College
Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Law School of Admission Test (LSAT), the Texas
Higher Education Assessment (THEA), the American College Testing Assessment (ACT),
the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the Texas Success Initiative (TSI 2.0) Assessment.
Title IX/Equal Opportunity Services
OMB S370, 713-221-5771
Title IX/Equal Opportunity Services (TIX/EOS) supports students who may be dealing with issues of sexual misconduct or unlawful discrimination. Sexual misconduct includes but is not limited to sexual assault, dating, and domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment, and non-consensual sexual touching. Sexual misconduct includes online sexual harassment and cyberstalking and includes incidents that occur off-campus. TIX/EOS can help with academic accommodations, address safety concerns, provide information on campus and community resources, and conduct investigations where appropriate. TIX/EOS respects students’ privacy and requests for confidentiality. TIX/EOS also provides pregnancy-related and parenting academic accommodations.
Veterans Services
GSB 318, 713-221-8622
The University of Houston-Downtown's Veterans Services (VS) office is dedicated to helping the people of the U.S. Armed Forces achieve the American dream of becoming extraordinarily successful. UHD's VS office recognizes the entire Military Community, which includes the unique needs of service members, returning veterans, their families, and will collaborate closely with them to make sure that they are aware of all the benefits and services available to them. We are available to answer questions concerning veteran educational benefits (both Federal and State), certifying enrollments for the Department of Veterans Affairs, monitoring students' degree plans and academic progress informational meetings to provide the latest legal developments concerning education changes and additional resource updates, as well as giving referrals to our well-connected community agencies, as well as giving referrals to our well-connected community agencies. The Veterans Services Office cannot determine eligibility for benefits. If you qualify or have questions about the Hazelwood Act, please contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Wellness & Success Center
Wellness & Success Center, 713-221-8225
From state-of-the-art fitness equipment to recreational sports to social events, the Wellness and Success Center is the perfect environment for developing lifelong healthy habits, developing stronger social relationships, and just having fun!