We are in the home stretch of the fall semester, Gators. By Friday, finals will be over and many of you will be preparing for Commencement Weekend. Fall 2018 has been a semester to remember at UHD, thanks to your efforts. If you will return to UHD next semester and are seeking Financial Aid, please … Continue reading One Main Message – Finals Week, Commencement Weekend
Ed Hugetz to Serve as Special Assistant to the President
As University of Houston-Downtown Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs, Ed Hugetz has helped guide the institution through a range of initiatives aimed at bolstering retention, enrollment, student success and academic excellence. At the conclusion of the fall semester, Hugetz will step away from his Provost duties and serve on a … Continue reading Ed Hugetz to Serve as Special Assistant to the President
Dec. 5, Official Day of Mourning
Dear UHD Community, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order designating Wednesday, Dec. 5, as an official Day of Mourning for President George H.W. Bush. Final exams will be conducted on this day as scheduled. Essential personnel as designated by division vice presidents are required to report to campus. UHD Employment Services & … Continue reading Dec. 5, Official Day of Mourning
One Main Message – Today is Election Day
Election Day is today, and I encourage all eligible and registered voters at the University of Houston-Downtown to exercise their civic duty. If you are unsure of your respective polling station, I recommend HarrisVotes.com or the League of Women Voters site. If you vote today, remember that you’re eligible for Voting Leave. Consult with your … Continue reading One Main Message – Today is Election Day
Dr. Eric Carl Link Joining UHD as Provost
Dear UHD Community, I am pleased to announce that Dr. Eric Carl Link will join the University of Houston-Downtown as its next Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs. He will officially begin at UHD on Jan. 14, 2019, and I look forward to working alongside him in growing our university. Dr. … Continue reading Dr. Eric Carl Link Joining UHD as Provost
Enrollment Update
Dear UHD Community, This summer, we kicked off our ambitious 14,500 Enrollment Challenge for fall 2018. I am pleased to say that as of 10:20 a.m., this morning, early enrollment numbers are in, and we are at 14,564. (UPDATE: As of Aug. 27, enrollment numbers are at 14,666) I learned of the campaign’s progress while … Continue reading Enrollment Update
CPS Dean Search
Dear UHD Community, I am announcing today the commencement of a search for a permanent Dean of the College of Public Service. Interim Dean, Dr. Leigh Van Horn has indicated to me that she will not be a candidate for this position, but has agreed to continue to serve in her role until a successor … Continue reading CPS Dean Search
Hurricane Season Preparations
Dear UHD Community, Hurricane season is here, and the memory of Harvey still looms large in our minds. While the University of Houston-Downtown recovered from Harvey, many Houstonians (including members of our UHD family) are still affected by this storm. As many of you are aware, the season for hurricanes and tropical disturbances extends from … Continue reading Hurricane Season Preparations
Congratulations Spring 2018 Graduates
Dear UHD Community, This weekend, the University of Houston-Downtown will conclude its spring commencement ceremonies, and I am looking forward to congratulating more than 1,400 graduates at Minute Maid Park. Last Friday, I also was honored to preside over the Marilyn Davies College of Business Commencement program. I applaud all of our spring graduates on … Continue reading Congratulations Spring 2018 Graduates
Good Luck on Finals, Gators!
The end of the semester is fast approaching, and you are likely completing projects and papers, or studying for finals. This is a very busy time of the year, but remember that you have the full support of myself and the rest of the UHD Community.
