Fascinating cities from anthropological viewpoint: Students visit Nairobi, Mombasa
July 21, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Twelve anthropology and sociology students from University of Houston-Clear Lake spent two weeks in June traveling in Nairobi and Mombasa, Kenya to experience a new culture and appreciate the diversity in sub-Saharan Africa.
UHCL students visit Kenya; study healthcare, visit cultural sites
July 08, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Six healthcare administration students, as well as 12 students in the Anthropology program took a two-week trip to Nairobi, Kenya last month. The healthcare group visited four area hospitals along with Ayadi and her faculty co-lead, Assistant Professor of Critical Social Psychology Enciso Dominguez.
Young artists have a blast creating spaceflight mural in Bayou Building
June 29, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Public art has a unique function in the community. It's free, it boosts the aesthetics of any location, and it’s open to anyone who happens to pass by. UHCL's newest mural was created last week by 15 young artists from area high schools participating in the Art School for Children's summer program.
Where do you think best? Student shares best study spots on UHCL campus
June 22, 2022 | UHCL Staff
If you're in college, it doesn’t matter if you're in summer school, or if you have to study for midterms or finals. Perhaps it’s just a regular Monday afternoon. Sitting on your bed in your dorm room, trying not to overhear your roommate's cell phone conversation isn’t working anymore. Time to find another place to get your homework done.
Grant allows more paid internships to help students engage in industry
June 20, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Higher education is about growing, meeting new people, and experiencing life from another perspective, but ultimately, it’s about preparing for a career path and life after school. That’s why students at UHCL hear the word "internship" used frequently during their educational journey.
Funding for researching sustainable campus mapping technology: 'The sky's the limit'
June 08, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Universities often operate similar to a small city with their own buildings, parking, and dedicated law enforcement. Like many cities, they’re learning to invest in smart technologies like geographic information systems that can create, manage and map all kinds of data to make the student experience on campus more accessible and sustainable.
'There is life beyond trauma': UHCL alum finds passion supporting trauma victims
June 03, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Bethany Morgan knew she wanted to be in a helping profession, and considered occupational therapy or school counseling, but finally decided on the mental health care profession, ultimately choosing to work with trauma patients to help them see that they can heal and move forward from their painful life experiences.
UHCL alum honored for volunteering: 'Helping people is close to my heart'
May 18, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Interfaith Caring Ministries and the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce both nominated University of Houston-Clear Lake double-alumna Kala Hacker for Volunteer of the Year. ICM presented her with the actual Volunteer of the Year award at an event held last month.
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.
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.
Legendary American composers tell stories through music: Apollo Chamber Players
April 26, 2022 | UHCL Staff
At first glance, the names Florence Price, Jessie Montgomery and Adolphus Hailstork might not mean much. But their contributions as classical music composers are profound, and the Apollo Chamber Players will be showcasing their work at their upcoming performance, entitled “American Legends,” at University of Houston-Clear Lake on May 7 at 7:30 p.m.
RN-BSN reaccreditation affirms top quality, standards of UHCL's program
April 20, 2022 | UHCL Staff
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the nation’s leading authority that provides specialized accreditation for all levels of nursing education programs in the U.S., has reaccredited University of Houston-Clear Lake’s RN-BSN program.