University of Houston-Clear Lake

Anthropology prof and students win grant to study migrant health issues

August 14, 2019 | UHCL Staff

Christine Kovic, professor of anthropology and cross-cultural and global studies, has been awarded a grant from Research Programs on Migration and Health, known as PIMSA for its Spanish acronym. The grant supports collaboration between a U.S. university and an institution in Mexico to better understand the factors and policies impacting the mental and physical health of migrants.

Meet Andrew Goodman, one of Hunter Hall's new resident advisers

August 13, 2019 | UHCL Staff

Hunter Hall, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s first-ever on-campus residence hall, is ready to open Aug. 22. Student Housing and Residential Life Director Matthew Perry said he was looking for a few good men and women to build a fun, diverse team of resident advisers for students ready to transition to living and attending classes on campus.

New director supports military-affiliated students and families in college, life goals

August 12, 2019 | UHCL Staff

One of the many challenges facing college students who are also military-affiliated is completing their education. Frequent moves make it difficult and frustrating to continue their studies, says Phillip Gore, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s new director of the Capt. Wendell M. Wilson Office of Veteran Services.

President Blake reflects on legacy, prepares for new era at UHCL

August 08, 2019 | George Mattingly II

For Ira K. Blake, education is a game-changer. As the fifth president of the University of Houston-Clear Lake, she is passionately leading a new era for the university that advances its legacy of educating problem-solvers who create new ways of tackling the world’s challenges.

Bayou Theater season opening tradition continues with Mercury

August 08, 2019 | UHCL Staff

The Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake is opening the 2019-20 season and keeping a longstanding opening night tradition—Mercury will kick off another lineup of exceptional live performances with Bach and Piazzolla on Friday, Aug. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

Hamman Foundation gift helps Bayou Theater continue renovations

August 01, 2019 | UHCL Staff

The Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake has undergone a series a significant renovations in the last two years, including new seats and a brand new entrance. Now, through a $70,000 donation from the George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, which counts one of its top priorities to be promoting the arts, the Bayou Theater can begin a complete overhaul of one of its dressing rooms.

UHCL social work profs make list of outstanding practitioners

July 31, 2019 | UHCL Staff

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Graduate College of Social Work at University of Houston, 50 GCSW alumni have been recognized as outstanding social work practitioners who embody the college’s vision of social justice. University of Houston-Clear Lake’s professors of social work Heather Kanenberg and Roberta Leal were named to the list and will be among the honorees at a celebratory event to be held Aug. 17.

Short Takes

July 31, 2019 | Jim Townsend

Keep up with events and activities at UH-Clear Lake with Short Takes, a weekly preview of upcoming events.

Need a certification? Check with UHCL Testing Center

July 30, 2019 | Jim Townsend

Whether your goal is a GED diploma, college or graduate school, law school, a nursing job or advancement in your career, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Testing Center is your one-stop shop on your path to obtaining the certifications you need to succeed.