Riders in the Sky bring Western swing, cowboy comedy to Bayou Theater
November 29, 2018 | UHCL Staff
When “Ranger” Doug Green was a boy, he heard his uncles playing guitar and yodeling. After listening to the country and folk singer Jimmie Rodgers do the same, Green was hooked and he knew he’d found his calling. In 1977, he formed a trio that ultimately became a Grammy-winning quartet of Western singers and songwriters called Riders in the Sky. They’ll perform their hilarious blend of cowboy comedy and “in-tune singing” at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m.
UHCL alum finds creative way to support the College of Business for years to come
November 29, 2018 | UHCL Staff
Larry C. Johnson considers his time on campus to be among the most transformative years of his life and credits the professors who invested in him in the College of Business, as well as the student organizations that engaged him socially and challenged him academically, as the reasons for his professional success. His experience inspired him to ensure that the College of Business continues its trajectory of growth in the decades to come by naming it as the beneficiary of a transformative life insurance bequest.
From 352 to 164 pounds: success story from low-carb conference
November 28, 2018 | UHCL Staff
Like millions of Americans, 59-year-old design engineer Jim Caldwell struggled with his weight. Although he’d tried to make changes, nothing worked for long. Inspired in part by some YouTube videos by Webster-based cardiologist Nadir Ali, Caldwell learned how a low-carb, high-fat diet could improve his health and was able to complete a successful weight-loss journey. He flew from his home in Chicago to attend University of Houston-Clear Lake’s recent Low Carb Houston Conference, held Oct. 25-27, to learn more about nutrition and to share his weight-loss success with others.
UHCL Pearland Campus offers doctoral degree in educational leadership
November 27, 2018 | UHCL Staff
There’s a reason why Antonio Corrales is such a strong supporter of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Doctorate in Educational Leadership program. He graduated from the program himself in 2015, and is now an assistant professor of educational leadership and its program director. He’s especially happy, he says, because the doctoral program will offer its second doctoral cohort at University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus, beginning in fall 2019.
Annie Moses Band's Christmas concert tour coming to Bayou Theater
November 26, 2018 | UHCL Staff
With award-winning, singer-songwriting parents, it’s no wonder Annie Moses and her five siblings grew up with music in such a prominent role in their lives. Becoming a professional musical entity as a family felt organic and natural, said Moses. The classical-crossover Nashville-based Annie Moses Band, known for their virtuosic strings and vocals, will perform a Christmas concert at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater Wednesday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Medical professionals collaborate with UHCL to improve Chinese healthcare system
November 22, 2018 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Department of Healthcare Administration’s prime location at the Texas Medical Center made it the optimal setting for a visit last summer from Chinese healthcare executives seeking an opportunity to learn more about the American health care system to help improve their own.
Low Carb Houston Conference enlightens nurse, reaffirms healthy lifestyle choices
November 21, 2018 | UHCL Staff
Figuring out the best way to lose weight can be confusing and difficult, even if you’re a registered nurse and you understand the science. Silsbee, Texas resident Lori Harvey, 48, attended the Low Carb Houston Conference recently held at University of Houston-Clear Lake because she had struggled with her weight as well as diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic ailments.
UHCL honors distinguished alumni, outstanding professors
November 21, 2018 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Alumni Association recognized the accomplishments of alumni and faculty during the 2018 Alumni Celebration on Oct. 20.
Restaurateur shares his passion for live performances at Bayou Theater
November 20, 2018 | UHCL Staff
Two years ago, Charlie Felts went to a performance at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater and saw an excellent show – and a lot of potential. Felts, the owner of Opus Ocean Grille in Kemah and the soon-to-open Opus Bistro in the South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center in League City, decided to renew his sponsorship for the 2018-19 theater season, enabling the theater to offer 19 performances.
UHCL fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 16 at NRG Arena
November 19, 2018 | UHCL Staff
Over 1,050 University of Houston-Clear Lake students are expected to graduate this semester. Of those, approximately 892 plan to cross the stage at two commencement ceremonies on Sunday, Dec. 16 at NRG Arena, 1 NRG Park, Houston. A total of 667 will receive bachelor’s degrees, 377 will receive master’s degrees, and 12 will receive doctorate degrees. Additionally, 164 of 294 summer 2018 graduates plan to receive their diplomas at this commencement ceremony.
Short Takes
November 16, 2018 | Jim Townsend
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Support UH-Clear Lake on #GivingTuesday, Nov. 27
November 14, 2018 | George Mattingly II
Alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents and the community are invited to support University of Houston-Clear Lake on #GivingTuesday, Nov. 27. The university is seeking to set a new participation record of at least 200 Hawks making a gift of $1 or more to any college, department, scholarship or program during a 24-hour period.