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UHD at Earth Day Houston at Discovery Green

April 14, 2025

All Gators are encouraged to come out to Earth Day Houston at Discovery Green on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in support of the more than 100 UHD student volunteers, as well as to experience the artwork on display by UHD Graphic Design...

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University Relations Staff Wins Four National Marketing Awards

April 13, 2025

Congratulations to UHD’s University Relations department for earning four national awards—two gold, a silver, and a bronze —in the 2024 Collegiate Advertising Awards contest. The Collegiate Advertising Awards is an annual contest created to honor...

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From First-Gen Student to Academic Honor Society: Meet Jose Vazquez

April 10, 2025 | By Ruth Okoronkwo

Jose Vazquez, Associate Director of Student Leadership and Involvement, is more than just a campus leader. He’s a living example of resilience, authenticity, and academic triumph.

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Student Commencement Speaker Antoinette Mosley

April 4, 2025

Houstonian Antoinette Mosley earned her accounting degree, scholarships, and a Grant Thornton job while balancing life and academics.

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Don’t Miss This Month’s President’s Lecture Celebrating Earth Month

April 3, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

Dr. Katharine Owens, an explorer, professor, and Fulbright fellow, has dedicated her life and research to understanding the impact of plastics on the environment.

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Student-Led Community Engagement Grants Available

April 3, 2025

Interested in making an impact in the community? UHD’s Center for Community Engagement & Service Learning (CCESL) is pleased to announce its biannual call for applications to lead a Community Engagement Project during the fall 2025 semester.

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Food Services' News, April 7-11

April 2, 2025

Note: You can text us your food service feedback at 832-924-3830. Food Truck Tuesday 11 a.m.-3 p.m., April 8 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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Meet Brandon Lee, UHD’s Title IX/Equal Opportunity Officer

March 28, 2025

As UHD’s new Title IX/Equal Opportunity Officer, Brandon Lee is driven by a profound commitment to fostering a campus environment where every individual is valued, heard, and treated with dignity.

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Events Before Graduation: What You Need to Know

March 27, 2025

UHD's 78th Commencement ceremony is around the corner on Saturday, May 17, but don't forget that commencement season is already underway! Read on to learn about commencement orientation, the grad fair, and more! Commencement Orientation 7 p.m.,...

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Mental Health Matters Symposium and Summit

March 27, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

UHD Counseling Services will host the second annual Mental Health Matters Symposium and Resource Fair on April 2 and 3, for the entire UHD campus community.