UHCL-Boeing partnership offers engineering students opportunities seldom seen in academia
September 15, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake and Boeing have signed a contract enabling Boeing to offer engineering students entry level employment experience and internships that support multiple projects.
U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges ranking elevates UHCL to national designation
September 14, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake is among just 10% of universities in the U.S. whose designation has been elevated from regional to national rankings.
Study abroad students learn their 'classroom' is anywhere in the world
September 14, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Studying and teaching abroad is a life-changing experience for college students and their professors. Studying internationally is considered a rite of passage, especially for those with an adventurous spirit, but it’s the aim of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Office of Education Abroad and Scholar Services to empower more students and faculty to share in this experience—particularly those who have limited experience with traveling.
UHCL male social work students bring new perspectives to the field
September 12, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Although social work’s values and ethics transcend gender, men have been noticeably absent from the front line of social work services. The National Association of Social Workers reports that about 82% of new social workers are women, although about 46% of the clients social workers support are boys or men.
Protect your life, property with a good plan: National Preparedness Month begins
September 07, 2022 | UHCL Staff
National Preparedness Month is observed every September to raise awareness about family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. Although it’s also the height of hurricane season on the Gulf Coast, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Director of Emergency Management Al Black said it’s important to learn about all the risks that exist in our community, and stay informed.
'The endowment made the difference': Student overcomes challenges in pursuit of master's degree
September 02, 2022 | UHCL Staff
For Christine Smith, receiving financial support via the Healthcare Administration Endowment made the difference for her to keep moving toward completing her master’s degree at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
Scholarship, hard work, support help Ukrainian student finish master's degree
August 29, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Most international students receive a visa that allows them to study in the United States for a certain period of time. For Oleksandra Petrenko, finding a way to leave Ukraine to study in the U.S. was much more challenging, since the best way she could come legally was through a work and travel visa program.
Apollo Chamber Players open 15th season at Bayou Theater with 'Silk Threads'
August 26, 2022 | UHCL Staff
The Apollo Chamber Players are marking the opening of their 15th season with a performance entitled “Silk Threads” on Friday, Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
Bayou Theater celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with classical, flamenco guitar performance
August 25, 2022 | UHCL Staff
As part of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Hispanic Heritage Month activities, the Bayou Theater is presenting a performance by the Gulf Coast Guitar Association, formed five years ago to promote classical guitar in Houston. The group will take the Bayou Theater stage Saturday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Business Principles class, Jobs4Hawks profile help student succeed in internship
August 23, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Internships offer college students a critical glimpse into what it’s like to work in the field they are choosing, and it might be the first opportunity to work at something primarily for the sake of learning instead of making money. For Lauren Lowe, a senior marketing student at University of Houston-Clear Lake, her internship at Hewlett Packard Enterprise brought her invaluable hands-on work experience, a path toward employment after graduation, and even a People’s Choice Award.
Operation Backpack at UHCL Pearland helps students start new year with needed supplies
August 22, 2022 | UHCL Staff
In partnership with Vic Coppinger Family YMCA in Pearland, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Office of Student Involvement and Leadership organized the 18th annual Operation Backpack event last week.
Career Services director discusses expectations in post-pandemic job search
August 18, 2022 | UHCL Staff
The search for a job has never been easy. But since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, finding a job has become even more complicated. Job candidates, recruiters and employers are all finding ways to adjust to the challenges that have arisen since the pandemic completely changed the way the world does business.