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.
Buddhist perspective: climate change is about personal ethics, activism
October 07, 2021 | UHCL Staff
As the ravages of climate change continue to batter the planet, scientists and experts keep offering their advice on how to keep our planet from warming. Geshe Jampa Wangchuk—Geshe meaning something equivalent to “spiritual father” in the Buddhist faith and similar to a doctorate in academic terms—spoke through an interpreter about the Buddhist perspective on climate change during a visit to UHCL last month.
Pathways to STEM Careers grant increased, extended
October 06, 2021 | UHCL Staff
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $4,036,338 grant to University of Houston-Clear Lake targeting Hispanic/Latino/a/x and other low-income students in a STEM-related degree program. This new project builds upon the work of the "Pathways to STEM Careers" grant originally awarded in 2016 for about $3.7 million.
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.
Arts conference brings creativity to the classroom
October 04, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake Art School for Children and Young Adults and the Houston Arts Partners (HAP) will present a conference on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. where educators can receive continuing education credits and children can receive complimentary instruction in a variety of art projects.
Mexican 'lottery' mural highlights UHCL's Hispanic heritage
October 01, 2021 | UHCL Staff
A few steps into the Office of Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at University of Houston-Clear Lake and it will become clear that the university takes great pride in its Hispanic student population. A strikingly colorful “Loteria” wall in the Office of Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion was unveiled this year for Hispanic Heritage Month.
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.
Author to share research about Houston sex trafficking
September 30, 2021 | UHCL Staff
In Texas, over 35,000 children attend a public school that is within 1,000 feet of a suspected illegal massage business, reports the Center to End the Trafficking and Exploitation of Children. Houston is the largest hub in the country for sex trafficking — a fact retired attorney and author Patricia Holmes didn’t know about at first.
Hawk Launch builds community, helps students transition to college
September 29, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Before she attended the Hawk Launch at University of Houston-Clear Lake, Brianna Pacheco thought she would probably go to classes during the day and live at home. The two-day extended orientation for new students included an overnight stay at Hunter Residence Hall, and the engaging experience helped her decide to live on campus.
Science and engineering alumni gathering spotlights success
September 28, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Although the COVID-19 pandemic caused many high school and college students to delay their college plans, the College of Science and Engineering at University of Houston-Clear Lake saw an overall 12% increase in enrollment from fall 2019 to fall 2021 — when most other colleges around the country were experiencing record enrollment declines.
Financial expert advises future small business owners
September 28, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Office of Strategic Partnerships is once again offering a free Business Start-Up Lunch and Learn presentation for any community member interested in becoming an entrepreneur. "How Your Personal Financial Habits Impact Your Business," will meet both in person and virtually on Oct. 22, 2021, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Student-created Frida Kahlo mural celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
September 27, 2021 | UHCL Staff
A group of six University of Houston-Clear Lake art education students, many of Hispanic descent, combined their talents to create a larger-than-life mural of the iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The mural will be on display Sept. 29-Oct. 15.