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.
Interim provost aims to 'maximize this year,' assure student success
September 24, 2021 | UHCL Staff
As the new interim provost and senior vice president of Academic Affairs at University of Houston-Clear Lake, Christopher Maynard said he’s passionate about ensuring students and faculty have a robust experience in spite of the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. He began at UH-Clear Lake on Sept. 7.
UHCLTeach's new master teacher follows passion for science
September 17, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Takisha Bolden Gastile has spent her entire professional life doing what she loves and developing future science educators. After 14 years in Houston Independent School District, she saw University of Houston-Clear Lake as having an innovative way of connecting to science majors who wanted to become teachers.
Mayor Turner names UHCL prof chair of inaugural Women's Commission
September 16, 2021 | UHCL Staff
The Houston City Council voted to create a permanent City of Houston Women’s Commission into city ordinance last month, appointing 25 diverse local female leaders to serve on the inaugural volunteer board. The commission will advance equality and equity for women in the City of Houston by addressing disparities across communities and industries.
Updated letters to renew Hawk spirit and pride on UHCL campus
September 09, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake is the proud home of the Hawks — and the iconic white letters at the university’s main entrance that declare you’ve entered Hawk territory are about to soar into history. The UHCL and HAWKS signs on campus will soon be replaced with updated installations.
UHCL prof's presentation explores migrant children's trauma
September 03, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Thousands of unaccompanied migrant children who have been apprehended by U.S. border patrol are now entering American classrooms while struggling with mental health issues including anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. A talk on Friday, Sept. 24 at 9:30 a.m. at University of Houston-Clear Lake will explore this important topic.
UHCL volunteers celebrated for supporting success
August 27, 2021 | UHCL Staff
In celebration of the long-standing tradition of philanthropy and volunteerism at University of Houston-Clear Lake, over 40 volunteers were recognized and honored by the university’s president, Ira K. Blake, at a reception at Bay Oaks Country Club this week. All of the attendees volunteered on a UHCL board, council, committee or association.
Elite athletes can't 'tough it out' when it comes to stress: UHCL expert explains
August 20, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Simone Biles isn’t the first Olympic elite athlete to compete through extreme stress. But by stepping back from her events on the world’s most watched stage, she has forced a spotlight on the issue of how mental health affects elite athletes’ performances, and how their coaches, teammates and fans respond.
Institute offers help, hope to people with traumatic brain injury
August 17, 2021 | UHCL Staff
When Sean Carter was 22, he was working on getting good grades, thinking about becoming a real estate attorney, and hanging out with his friends. He was also enjoying a growing modeling career in New York. Now 38, he has a career he never considered — he is a public speaker who can’t speak.
Why are some states banning Critical Race Theory? UHCL prof shares insights
August 02, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Is “critical race theory” a different perspective on how racial constructs have shaped public policy in America, or is it a divisive discourse that pits white people against people of color? On both ends of the political spectrum, CRT has invoked deep discord.
HHPI supports brain injury recovery through exercise, service
July 29, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of long-term disability in the United States, and it’s the cause of death for over 160 Americans daily, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. TBI recovery is an important focus for the new clinical director of the Health and Human Performance Institute at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
Why is Texas in gridlock over a voting law? UHCL prof explains
July 26, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Earlier this month, Texas Democrats abruptly left the state in a last-ditch attempt to prevent the passage of a restrictive voting law by the Republican-controlled Legislature. They left Austin on chartered flights to Washington, D.C. in hopes of drawing national attention to their cause.