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The Katy Rodeo: A Time-Honored Tradition

The Katy Rodeo: A Time-Honored Tradition

April 2, 2024 | By Mitchell Loper

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

Announcing the Finalists for the QEP Topics

March 29, 2024 | By Adilene Mendoza

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.

Welcome Carole E. Clerie in New Role of VP for Human Resources

Welcome Carole E. Clerie in New Role of VP for Human Resources

March 28, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

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

Toll Tag Readers Installed at Academic Building and Shea Building Garages

March 28, 2024

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.

UHD Celebrates Earth Month: Learn About Sustainability and Take Action!

UHD Celebrates Earth Month: Learn About Sustainability and Take Action!

March 28, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

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.

The Next Vitalvoices: Exploring the Epidemic of Loneliness

The Next Vitalvoices: Exploring the Epidemic of Loneliness

March 27, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

vitalvoices is presenting "Loneliness: An Untold Epidemic Story" at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, in C100 at the College of Public Service.

Food Services' Offerings for April 1-5

Food Services' Offerings for April 1-5

March 27, 2024

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...

Get Your Copy of Skyline, UHD's New Magazine!

Get Your Copy of Skyline, UHD's New Magazine!

March 27, 2024

The University Relations team recently released the inaugural issue of Skyline, the magazine of UHD.

Celebrating Student Employees

Celebrating Student Employees

March 27, 2024

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

Welcome New Employees April 1

Welcome New Employees April 1

March 26, 2024

Let's welcome our new colleagues to the Gator family!