Reception celebrates alumni, looks ahead to UHCL's 50th anniversary
February 25, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Office of University Advancement held the inaugural Distinguished Alumni Reception on Feb. 22 to celebrate the continued guidance and leadership of the university’s graduates. Over 50 alumni were present for the event, which was the first of many planned to highlight the support of UH-Clear Lake’s alumni.
UHCL promotes inclusivity with plan for all-gender restrooms
February 10, 2022 | UHCL Staff
As college students on campuses across the country advocate for a more inclusive and open learning and living environment, one of the major areas where students demand progress is gender-inclusive restrooms. LGBTQ communities on many campuses are speaking up about harassment or emotional distress transgender or non-binary students experience when using traditional “gendered” restrooms.
New AVP of Business Operations says higher ed is where she belongs
January 24, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Sherry Hawn has joined the University of Houston-Clear Lake leadership team as the new associate vice president for Business Operations. Hawn, a native New Yorker with five graduate degrees across multiple disciplines, describes herself as endlessly curious and a “mascot for adult learning.”
Is your child in the religious minority in school?
December 31, 2021 | Mike McMullen
Houston is the most diverse metropolitan city in the U.S., the Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University reports. That means that our children are exposed to a wide array of racial, ethnic and religious diversity throughout their years in public schools. This can be a source of strength as children learn about the rich tapestry that makes up their schools, neighborhoods and wider society.
Teaching kids to save money now pays big dividends in the future
December 27, 2021 | Grady Perdue
We all know that money is important in our lives, and it will eventually be that way for our children. The more they can understand about managing their personal finances, the better off they will be. They will have to face decisions about an array of finance-related matters.
Advocate for disabled students wins national leadership award
November 03, 2021 | UHCL Staff
The National Council of Teachers of English has awarded University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Associate Professor of Writing and Rhetoric Christina Cedillo the Leadership Award for People with Disabilities for 2021. The award is part of NCTE's vision to provide more access to distinct voices, help promote cross-community connections, and support diverse leaders in the field.
Business alumni and students build connections at event
November 02, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Building personal and professional networks is so important, it might even be considered essential. Personal connections are powerful, and the opportunity to revisit them, or make new ones, can make a life-changing difference for college students as well as prospective employers in the community.
New HAWKS, UHCL letters reaffirm university spirit and pride
November 01, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Hawks are fierce, swift birds but even beautiful, powerful raptors could use a makeover sometimes. New, illuminated letters proclaiming University of Houston-Clear Lake is HAWK territory were installed last week in two locations on campus as symbols of pride and school spirit.
UHCL celebration recognizes outstanding profs, alumni
October 26, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Over 200 University of Houston-Clear Lake alumni and friends gathered for a celebratory awards event recognizing exceptional alumni and professors on Oct. 16. The event, entitled “Let’s Soar,” retroactively honored the 2020 awards recipients who could not be celebrated in person last year due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Walker named interim UHCL president, Blake takes System post
October 11, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake President Ira K. Blake has accepted an invitation from University of Houston System Chancellor Renu Khator to serve as special assistant to the chancellor. In her new role, Blake will develop student success initiatives across the University of Houston System’s four institutions.
Theater, art gallery invite submissions for sustainability festival
October 05, 2021 | UHCL Staff
The Sustainable Stories Film Fest will take place at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater, along with a jointly-themed exhibition in the UHCL Art Gallery Nov. 17 and 19, with the goal of screening and recognizing short films about sustainable solutions and lifestyles.
Hundreds served at community food distribution event
September 30, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Qatar Charity partnered with University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Diplomacy Institute in a food distribution event that provided over 6,000 boxes of food to the community. Ninety-four volunteers assisted at the two drive-through events, which took place Saturday, Sept. 25 at UH-Clear Lake’s campus and the Pearland Recreation Center and Natatorium.