Mercury kicks off Bayou Theater season with 'Music Among Friends
August 16, 2022 | UHCL Staff
When musicians get together to perform just for fun, something enchanting happens. The Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake will open its 2022-23 season as it always does—with a magical performance by Mercury Chamber Orchestra, Friday. Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Artists collaborate on 'Counterparts' exhibition in UHCL Art Gallery
August 12, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Paula and Jack Gron, both lifelong artists who happen to be married to each other, work in completely different media. Paula’s art reflects her need to have “busy, busy hands,” using sewn, quilted and assembled textile techniques that are inspired by nature and color. Jack’s work is in metal and wood and is an expression of the full range of his emotions.
UHCL steps up safety measures, to implement Smartphone security technology
August 01, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake is elevating security and support for the university community by launching SafeZone, a unified safety and communications service from CriticalArc.
UHCL Art Gallery exhibits its own collection, features Judy Chicago works
July 25, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Featuring posters, paintings, fabric art and sculptures from University of Houston-Clear Lake’s long tradition of exhibiting art, the university’s art gallery is opening a show entitled, “Works from the UHCL Collection,” opening July 25 and running through Aug. 19.
UHCL at Pearland offers drone pilot training, preparation for FAA pilot certification
July 13, 2022 | UHCL Staff
In partnership with DartDrones, one of the nation’s leaders in drone training, UH-Clear Lake at Pearland is offering a 3-day basic sUAS flight training and 107 pilot test preparation program for those who seek to gain professional drone piloting skills necessary for FAA certification.
Maynard appointed UHCL's senior VP for Academic Affairs and provost
June 16, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake President Richard Walker has named Christopher Maynard as senior vice president for Academic Affairs and Provost, effective June 16. Maynard has held the position on an interim basis at UH-Clear Lake since September 2021.
Evidence of a prof's legacy: a real courtroom, a legal studies scholarship
May 17, 2022 | UHCL Staff
The Harris County District Clerk’s Office reports that in 2019, on average, just 22% of the people summoned actually appeared for jury duty. Some people submitted exemptions, but ultimately, 46% of the people failed to appear. This, says Associate Professor Emeritus of Legal Studies Jim Benson, is unacceptable.
UHCL commencement speaker: 'Slow down, it's not just about education'
May 13, 2022 | UHCL Staff
At 20 years old, Hiba Loya might be on the young side to graduate from college, much less enroll in law school. She will be sharing what she learned as one of the youngest students in the university in her spring 2022 UHCL commencement address on Saturday, May 14 at NRG Arena.
Students participate in UHCL spring 2022 commencement
May 09, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Over 1,100 University of Houston-Clear Lake spring 2022 graduates will earn their degrees and be recognized during a ceremony on Saturday, May 14, at 10 a.m. for the Colleges of Education and Business, and 3 p.m. for the Colleges of Science and Engineering and Human Sciences and Humanities at NRG Arena, 1 NRG Parkway, Houston.
STEM Challenge competition begins lifelong connections for UHCL alumnus
May 04, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Each year, UHCL hosts a STEM Challenge competition in hopes of inspiring high school and community college students to obtain a STEM degree. Daniel Velazco, who transferred to UHCL from San Jacinto College, said his participation in the competition helped guide him on his path forward- and kept him connected to the university.
Global Farewell event highlights achievements of international students at UHCL
May 03, 2022 | UHCL Staff
It’s not easy to journey to a foreign country- perhaps across the globe, to further your education. UHCL has been an attractive choice for international students, boasting over 500 students from 43 countries, the majority of whom achieve their degree and, like Lilac Li and Harshith Sathyaprakash, find success after graduation.
Warhol exhibition at UHCL Art Gallery offers rare glimpse into artist's photography
April 27, 2022 | UHCL Staff Reports
Original artworks and photographs by the celebrated artist Andy Warhol are the centerpiece of a new exhibition organized by Public Art of the University of Houston System. The exhibition, “Instantaneous Beauty: Andy Warhol and the Photographic Process,” will be on view at the Art Gallery at University of Houston-Clear Lake, with a public opening reception on May 19.