College of HSH Presents: Profs share research on diversity, inclusivity in the workplace
February 02, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Cultivating an inclusive, culturally responsive learning and working environment is a critical part of any academic institution’s success. Two professors in University of Houston-Clear Lake’s College of Human Sciences and Humanities will share their research on this issue in a virtual presentation Monday, Feb. 8 at 6 p.m.
Financial expert puts racial wealth gap into historical context, offers debt advice
January 28, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Financial expert, international speaker and author Ja’Net Adams will speak to University of Houston-Clear Lake’s upper division and graduate students about the historical context of the wealth gap in the African American community on Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 1 p.m. in the Bayou Theater.
Behavior analysis lab studies inclusion, equity to better serve diverse populations
January 27, 2021 | UHCL Staff
With the population of the United States becoming more diverse, the demand has increased for behavior analysts with the skills to serve clients from many cultural backgrounds. At University of Houston-Clear Lake, a lab called Behavior Analysts for Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (BADIE) aims to do exactly that.
First-gen transfer student 'goes for it' at UHCL, finds support and mentorship
January 26, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Students who transfer from one college to another sometimes face the unique struggle of attempting to join a community from a completely different starting point. University of Houston-Clear Lake has a significant transfer student population, but for Osvaldo Rodriguez, assimilating into the university community was easy, and he felt at home immediately.
Telehealth ABA World Project raises autism awareness in Liberia
January 25, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Although many American children diagnosed with autism have access to clinical services, the same is not true for all children worldwide. University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Loukia Tsami, a board certified behavior analyst in the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, offers her expertise to families around the world, most recently in Liberia.
UHCL profs showcase research excellence in monthly talks
January 21, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake’s College of Human Sciences and Humanities will launch a new virtual lecture series on Jan. 25 with an exploration into New Orleans’ long tradition of cooperatives. The series will be far-ranging and spotlight faculty research across disciplinary lines.
Austin's 'First Lady of Jazz' to perform in person at Bayou Theater
January 20, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Austin’s noted “First Lady of Jazz” Pamela Hart will begin her Feb. 4 performance at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater at 6 p.m. by sharing insights and taking questions about performing jazz. The show will start at 7:30 p.m. for the first in-person performance of 2021.
Why are good students failing? UHCL prof examines causes
January 19, 2021 | UHCL Staff
School districts around Texas have reported the number of failing students has risen exponentially. The increase appears to be a dismal reflection of the struggle students are facing with online learning platforms. A University of Houston-Clear Lake expert says numerous interrelated variables are impacting both teaching and learning.
UHCL prof shares insights on GOP's post-election identity crisis
January 15, 2021 | UHCL Staff
The riots that took place at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 have become a flashpoint in U.S. history. Many Americans fear further unrest upon the upcoming inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. A political science faculty member discusses how Republicans can look to the future and restore stability to the nation.
Exhibition features indoor, outdoor works of noted Houston upcycling artist
January 14, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Viewing art is generally linked to standing before the whitewashed walls of an art gallery, but University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Cultural Arts Director Eric Despard had a different idea for displaying Houston mixed-media artist Charles Washington’s exhibition, “Who is Charles Washington?: A Retrospective.”
UHCL offers certification prep course for human resources manager
January 08, 2021 | UHCL Staff
University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Center for Executive Education in the College of Business is announcing a partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), enabling community members to prepare for the certification exams to become a SHRM-Certified Professional or SHRM-Senior Certified Professional.
UHCL healthcare administration students receive coveted fellowships
January 05, 2021 | UHCL Staff
Ali Hussain is among a group of University of Houston-Clear Lake students in the Healthcare Administration program to receive a prestigious administrative fellowship for 2021. Almost all graduate-level business students hope to land a prestigious fellowship, and Hussain said that the fellowship he received will be critical to his career.