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Food Services' News, March 17-21

March 14, 2025

Note: You can text us your food service feedback at 832-924-3830. Food Truck Tuesday 11 a.m.-3 p.m., March 14 Taco Fuego specializes in a variety of Mexican-inspired dishes with a focus on tacos. Food trucks are located on the north side of the...

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Chemistry Club Helps Gators Form Bonds

March 14, 2025 | By Ruth Okoronkwo

Student initiative revived UHD's dormant Chemistry Club, using simple conversations to build community and provide academic support.

President Blanchard and members of the Downtown Redevelopment Authority cut the ceremonial ribbon at UHD's new offices at 1801 Main

Mardi Gras Meets Main Street at UHD@1801 Main Ribbon Cutting

March 14, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

UHD celebrated its expansion with a Mardi Gras-themed ribbon-cutting. The location enhances downtown access for students and alumni, solidifying UHD's role as a vital urban anchor.

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UHD President's Lecture Series Celebrates Women’s History Month

March 14, 2025

This special President’s Lecture features three UHD alumni serving in the Houston Court System: Sonya Heath (’05), Julia Maldonado (’95), and Fran Watson (’05).

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NASA’s Acting Associate Administrator Vanessa E. Wyche To Speak at 78th Commencement Ceremony

March 14, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

NASA Johnson Space Center Director Vanessa E. Wyche is the featured speaker for Spring 2025 Commencement on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at NRG Stadium.

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UHD iRadio: Students Inform, Entertain Campus and Gain Valuable Experience

March 14, 2025

UHD iRadio informs, entertains, and trains students through broadcasting.

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There’s Free Tax Help! UHD Accounting Students Provide Income Tax Assistance

March 14, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

UHD's annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is underway, providing free income tax preparation with electronic filing to individuals who need assistance.

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MDCOB Hosts MBA Admissions Week 2025

March 11, 2025 | By Kay Medina

Mark your calendars for Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB) MBA Admissions Week from March 24-27.

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Dr. Odewale Took Her Audience on a Journey to the West and Back in an Hour

March 5, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

If you missed “Searching for Black Ancestors in the American West” on Feb. 18, you should consider watching the recording. Even if you were there, this is one President’s Lecture you probably want to revisit!

University of Houston-Downtown staff, faculty, students, and alumni stand and smile in the rotunda of the Texas Capitol at UHD Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025.

UHD Day at the Capitol

March 3, 2025

UHD Day at the Capitol was one for the books. On Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, more than 160 Gators made the journey from the Bayou City to Austin for the sole purpose of advocating for the university's initiatives. Senator Borris Miles and Texas State...