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Expert Panel Examines Education in The Lone Star State

October 25, 2024 | By Kay Medina

Whether you are a parent or a concerned citizen, you won't want to miss UHD’s vitalvoices panel-discussion on the state of education in Texas on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

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A Deliberative Approach: CPD Facilitates Student, Community Discussion on the US-Mexico Border

October 25, 2024 | By Hayden Bergman

A diverse group of Houstonians gathered at UHD's Center for Public Deliberation to discuss the US-Mexico border, sharing their perspectives on potential solutions and fostering a more informed citizenry.

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UHD Celebrates National Transfer Student Week with Spotlight on Future Crime Fighter

October 18, 2024 | By Percy Sandel

In honor of National Transfer Student Week (October 21-25), UHD is proud to highlight the achievements and contributions of our transfer student population. This year, we shine the spotlight on Diana Cantu, a Criminal Justice major and a shining example of the dedication and drive that transfer students bring to our campus.

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Progressive Leadership Program Empowers Next Generation

October 18, 2024 | By Kay Medina

Progressive Leadership Program, a collaboration between MDCOB, UHD’s Career Center, and Power on Heels Inc, offers a first of its kind development opportunity for Gators.

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LatinFest Caps Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations With Cultural Showcase

October 18, 2024

The month-long Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at UHD culminates in LatinFest, a cultural showcase featuring performances by Danza Azteca, Danza Garifuna, the Conjunto Cultural Appreciation Student Organization, and a Selena Tribute Show. The event takes place on Oct. 22 at 5 p.m. in ACAD300.

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Celebrating 50 Years in Grand Style: UHD’s 50th Anniversary Gala

October 18, 2024

UHD pulled out all the stops to celebrate five decades of educational excellence at its 50th Anniversary Gala, held at the Hilton Americas-Houston on Saturday, October 12, 2024, and emceed by retired KPRC 2 meteorologist and show host Khambrel Marshall. Nearly $300k was raised to support student scholarships.

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CST To Host 11th Annual Greater Houston Environmental Summit

October 11, 2024 | By Hayden Bergman

The 11th Annual Empower Houston's Future: 2024 Greater Houston Environmental Summit, will take place from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18, at the Fondren Commons within the College of Sciences & Technology (CST), and will give attendees the chance to learn actionable solutions, participate in workshops, and network with local and state leaders.

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Celebrating 50 Years: Commerce Street Building

October 11, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

The site of UHD’s Commerce Street Building, home to our College of Public Service, has seen several large buildings come and go.

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Center for Public Deliberation Talks the Talk, SGA Walks the Walk2Vote

October 11, 2024

Join us for a weekend of civic engagement! Learn the art of respectful dialogue at the Center for Public Deliberation workshops, then put those skills to practice by walking to vote at the community-wide Walk2Vote event.

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UHD Alumni To Be Honored at 50th Anniversary Gala

October 4, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

With more than 67,000 alumni, the University of Houston-Downtown has a lot to be proud of! For its 50th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Hilton Americas-Houston, the university will honor six of those alums with very special awards.