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Mark Your Calendars: UHD's vitalvoices Returns

February 3, 2025

We're excited to announce that the Center for Public Service and Community Research's thought-provoking speaker series, vitalvoices, kicks off the spring 2025 season on Wednesday, Feb. 5. University students, staff, faculty, and community members...

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Where Success Starts: Inside the CHSS Advising Center

February 3, 2025 | By Ruth Okoronkwo

Meet John Stubblefield and Vanessa Rojas of the CHSS Advising Center. Rojas and the team offer personalized guidance and support, helping students navigate their academic journey and achieve their dreams.

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2025 President's Lecture Series Celebrates Black History Month

February 3, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

Join Dr. Alicia Odewale on Feb. 18th at UHD. She'll discuss her research and explore erased histories of Black towns, cowboys, and more.

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Attention All First-Year Students and Seniors!

January 30, 2025 | By Sedef Smith

UHD students: Share your experience in the NSSE survey starting Feb. 17! Your feedback can improve UHD. Plus, win an iPad or AirPods!

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NSSE is Coming! What It Is and Why It Matters

January 24, 2025 | By Sedef Smith

The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) is coming to UHD! First-year and senior students are encouraged to participate to help improve the UHD experience. By sharing your thoughts, you can enter to win iPads and AirPods!

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Student Spotlight: Andy Berrios

January 24, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

Andy Berrios persevered and is now a data scientist at Kellogg's. While an undergrad, he embraced campus life and professional development opportunities.

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The PERFECT Way for Kids to Spend Spring Break!

January 24, 2025

We’ll have our UHD Summer Camp offerings listed soon, plus the Houston Rockets will return with their YouthBasketball 4 Skills Development Camp at UHD’s Wellness & Success Center. More to come!

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Great Weather, Fantastic Attendance Underscore MLK Day of Service

January 23, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

Last Saturday, nearly 100 volunteers gathered in Moody Park to take part in UHD's annual day of service to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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Gators Combine Science and Service at Aldine ISD

January 17, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

UHD students presented on the chemical effects of street drugs to high schoolers in Aldine ISD, educating them about the dangers of drug abuse and inspiring future scientists.

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Welcome New Employees! January 21

January 17, 2025

Make sure you give a friendly word and wave to the newest members of the Gator family.