UHCL News

Is your child in the religious minority in school?

December 31, 2021 | Mike McMullen

Is your child in the religious minority in school?

Houston is the most diverse metropolitan city in the U.S., the Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University reports. That means that our children are exposed to a wide array of racial, ethnic and religious diversity throughout their years in public schools. This can be a source of strength as children learn about the rich tapestry that makes up their schools, neighborhoods and wider society.

After graduation, staying connected matters, UHCL alumna says

December 29, 2021 | UHCL Staff

After graduation, staying connected matters, UHCL alumna says

Many students graduate from college wondering if they’ll ever use some of the material they learned in their coursework. Kimberly Campbell, a two-time University of Houston-Clear Lake alumna, felt she gained so much both professionally and personally out of her classes, she made it a priority to stay strongly connected as an active member of the Alumni Partnership.

Teaching kids to save money now pays big dividends in the future

December 27, 2021 | Grady Perdue

Teaching kids to save money now pays big dividends in the future

We all know that money is important in our lives, and it will eventually be that way for our children. The more they can understand about managing their personal finances, the better off they will be. They will have to face decisions about an array of finance-related matters.

UHCL alum seeks to leave a legacy of transformation

December 22, 2021 | UHCL Staff

UHCL alum seeks to leave a legacy of transformation

Despite considerable success throughout her career in retail and human resources, Billie Manz came to a professional crossroads for one simple reason — she didn’t have a college degree. She turned to University of Houston-Clear Lake to open her career prospects. Now, she’s looking to share that opportunity with others.

Tesla intern, UHCL student aims to support cleaner energy

December 20, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Tesla intern, UHCL student aims to support cleaner energy

Most people hear the name “Tesla” and think about a very expensive car that’s fun to drive. Janet Rivera would agree, but as she begins her internship at the Gigafactory in Austin, those things have nothing to do with why she’s interested in working for Tesla.

Qatar Charity, UHCL Diplomacy Institute partner for food distribution

December 15, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Qatar Charity, UHCL Diplomacy Institute partner for food distribution

Continuing a partnership formalized last summer, Qatar Charity and the Diplomacy Institute at the University of Houston-Clear Lake launched a food distribution effort December 14 at Lone Star College-Houston North Campus. The event was attended by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Lone Star College-Houston North President Quentin Wright, and UH-Clear Lake Interim President Richard Walker.

UHCL students study food sustainability ahead of trip to Oman

December 13, 2021 | UHCL Staff

UHCL students study food sustainability ahead of trip to Oman

Achieving a healthy and sustainable food future is among the world’s most urgent concerns. Ten University of Houston-Clear Lake students will be traveling over 8,000 miles to learn how Oman, a small country on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, has been innovating toward this goal.

'Still have a ton to learn': For UHCL graduate, age is no barrier

December 09, 2021 | UHCL Staff

'Still have a ton to learn': For UHCL graduate, age is no barrier

At age 70, Paul Feiler might be the oldest student to cross the stage at the fall 2021 University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Commencement ceremony on Dec. 12. He’s a “non-traditional” student to say the least, and he is perfectly happy with that label.

New degree equips early childhood teachers

December 06, 2021 | UHCL Staff

New degree equips early childhood teachers

University of Houston-Clear Lake is among just eight Texas universities offering a degree aimed specifically at teacher candidates interested in focusing on early childhood years. The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education Pre-K-3 will be offered in fall 2022.

'Meme Attack' winner draws from fountain of inspiration

December 03, 2021 | UHCL Staff

'Meme Attack' winner draws from fountain of inspiration

If you’re a University of Houston-Clear Lake student with classes in the STEM and Classroom Building, you probably know that the water fountains in that building have a mind of their own. In fact, unless you’d like to get sprayed in the face, it’s probably best you bring your own water bottle.

Two UHCL ceremonies honor fall students, prior ‘virtual’ graduates

December 02, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Two UHCL ceremonies honor fall students, prior ‘virtual’ graduates

Over 1,000 University of Houston-Clear Lake fall 2021 graduates will receive their degrees and be recognized during an in-person commencement ceremony on Dec. 12 at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. at Minute Maid Park. Of those, 645 will be recognized for receiving their undergraduate degrees, and 363 will receive their graduate degrees.

UHCL alumna's business impresses 'Shark Tank,' Oprah

November 29, 2021 | UHCL Staff

UHCL alumna's business impresses 'Shark Tank,' Oprah

Don’t try to tell Christina Funke Tegbe she can’t do something. When she decided to become an entrepreneur specializing in skin and body care products, someone told her she didn’t have enough experience. Now, the UH-Clear Lake alumna is the founder and creative visionary of growing African beauty brand 54 Thrones.