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.
UHCL summer, fall registration open as of April 15
April 21, 2022 | UHCL Staff
It’s never too early to start thinking about applying for college. Summer registration at University of Houston-Clear Lake begins April 15 and continues through June 3, with financial aid opportunities still available. Begin by speaking with an advisor who can help new or transfer students get "there"- even if they aren’t sure where "there" is yet.
'Proud to be a Hawk': Engineering students win top honors in competition
April 19, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake mechanical engineering and computer science students supported by the Pathways to STEM Careers grant program achieved recognition as well as the top awards at the Texas Academy of Science Annual Meeting, which took place in February on the UH-Clear Lake Campus.
Scholarship recipients connect with donors, share experiences
April 18, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake scholarship donors met the students who are the recipients of those scholarships at an event last week, sharing life stories and future plans. About 10 students from across all disciplines, and over 50 alumni-scholarship donors attended the event.
Alumni gather to celebrate Family Weekend, look ahead to UHCL's 50th
April 08, 2022 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake kicked off its annual Family Weekend events on April 1 with an Alumni Brunch, hosted by the Office of the President and attended by over 30 alumni. The celebration honored the service and commitment of the alumni to the university, and looked ahead toward the university’s upcoming 50th anniversary.
Lecture series features insights on global developments from French, Australian diplomats
April 07, 2022 | UHCL Staff
The Diplomacy Institute at University of Houston-Clear Lake is presenting a Diplomatic Lecture Series on April 12 and 13 in the Student Services and Classroom Building, featuring French Attache for Science and Technology Renaud Segneuric, and Australian Consul General to Houston Benson Saulo.
Mercury: A 'new way to discover' Beethoven, Ravel in Bayou Theater
March 15, 2022 | UHCL Staff
There are always new ways to experience music, even music written by the world’s most notable composers. Mercury's performance, to take place at the Bayou Theater on March 25 at 7:30 p.m. highlights two very important works of Beethoven and Ravel, but rearranged with their signature unique, creative style.
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.
Vienna Carroll sings of self-determination, strength in Bayou Theater
January 21, 2022 | UHCL Staff
As a child, Vienna Carroll connected deeply to the music of her great grandmother’s Pentecostal church. In college, she discovered how to combine her love of that music with her passion for African American history and literature. She’ll be sharing her brand of gospel, history and storytelling on the Bayou Theater stage Friday, Feb. 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Houston artist Floyd Newsum showcases works in UHCL Art Gallery
January 20, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Some children change their minds every day about what they want to do when they grow up. Not Floyd Newsum. He knew he was born to be an artist by the time he was four years old. His upcoming exhibition at University of Houston-Clear Lake's Art Gallery will hold an opening reception Friday, Feb. 4 from 5-7 p.m.
Grammy-nominated blues artist Shemekia Copeland to perform
January 10, 2022 | UHCL Staff
Four-time Grammy-nominated blues singer Shemekia Copeland will be spotlighting her album, “Civil Unrest,” in a performance at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater on Friday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. The album expresses Copeland's message of peace and tolerance in a world full of divisiveness.
Gamers, developers come to UHCL for tournament
January 04, 2022 | UHCL Staff
About 40 Warhammer 40K enthusiasts and 150 other gamers gathered hours at University of Houston-Clear Lake for the Holiday Gaming Thing and Warhammer 40K Rise of the Empire Grand Tournament in December. Associate Professor of Psychology Steven Sutherland, director for the Serious Games and Simulations degree program, said the event was about much more than playing games.