UHCL College of Business students compete internationally
May 24, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Five pioneering students from the University of Houston-Clear Lake College of Business participated in the 51st annual International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition, held virtually April 22-24. The competition involved activities around products, marketing, sales, manufacturing and corporate finance, and culminated in a final, realistic pitch meeting.
UHCL alumna is Alvin ISD Paraprofessional of the Year
May 21, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Esther Jimenez said that her journey to becoming an elementary school teacher has felt like forever, but after her graduation this month from University of Houston-Clear Lake with her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with Bilingual Concentration, her dreams are finally coming true.
UHCL offers free professional development on workplace safety
May 20, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Occupational health and safety experts at University of Houston-Clear Lake will present a series of four webinars to educate employers and employees on workplace safety issues pertaining to COVID-19. May 21 through June 11, the sessions will focus on the safety measures employers and employees can take to protect themselves, their customers and their families.
New degree a game changer for video, tech students at UHCL
May 19, 2021 | UHCL Staff
While there’s widespread recognition of global health failures in terms of infectious disease outbreaks, there’s not much disagreement about how policy makers can become more prepared and responsive. The use of serious games and simulations are becoming a critical tool to promote learning and innovation, with applications that go far beyond sustaining learning during a pandemic lockdown.
Champion healthcare administration team tackles local telehealth challenge
May 18, 2021 | UHCL Staff
For the second consecutive year, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Master of Healthcare Administration students won the 10th Annual UT School of Public Health Fleming Center Healthcare Case Competition, held March 27. This year’s contest presented a telehealth challenge that impacts local healthcare providers.
Free groceries available for all UHCL students
May 17, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Students taking at least one credit hour at the University of Houston-Clear Lake are eligible to receive free groceries twice a month, courtesy of the Houston Food Bank’s Food for Change Program and UH-Clear Lake’s Office of Student Advocacy. All students, regardless of financial need, are invited to take part.
Philanthropists' gift beautifies UHCL's Potter Pond, Wilson Park
May 14, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake President Ira K. Blake, UH-Clear Lake Distinguished Alumna Patricia Potter Wilson and her husband Wendell Wilson unveiled the addition of a serenity garden near Potter Pond on May 6. The garden will be a reflective space for the campus community.
Alum named Principal of the Year, continues to aim high
May 13, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Krystal Hawks became an educator because she wanted to have a positive impact on the lives of children. After completing her Master of Science in Educational Management from University of Houston-Clear Lake in 2010, she knew she was well prepared for the next level.
Midnight Mezcal twangs Tex-Mex, country swing at Bayou Theater
May 12, 2021 | UHCL Staff
With roots firmly planted in American classic country music, Midnight Mezcal will deliver a blend of honky tonk, conjunto and western swing — Mexican style — in a free performance at the Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake on Wednesday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Scholarship recipients, donors celebrate success
May 12, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Without the financial support she received through her scholarship, says University of Houston-Clear Lake graduate student Haley Lansford, she would not have been able to remain on track toward her master’s degree in psychology. Lansford and other scholarship recipients thanked university donors and friends at a recent celebration.
Art School offers more inclusive classes for kids on autism spectrum
May 11, 2021 | UHCL Staff
After numerous parents asked for additional art classes with accommodations for their children with autism, Director of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Art School for Children David Moya looked to graduate students in the university’s Behavioral Analysis program for guidance and training for the school’s teachers.
UHCL spring 2021 commencement ceremony to be virtual
May 10, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Over 1,150 University of Houston-Clear Lake spring 2021 graduates will earn their degrees and be recognized during a virtual ceremony on Sunday, May 16, at 10 a.m. Of those, 737 will receive their undergraduate degree, and 413 will be recognized for receiving graduate degrees.