Dear Faculty, Staff & Students, In response to the City of Houston’s COVID-19 Emergency Health Declaration and Harris County’s Public Health Disaster Declaration, the University of Houston-Downtown is taking the following actions: • March 16 – 22: All classes will be suspended March 16 – 22 including face-to-face classes, online classes and labs. • March … Continue reading COVID-19 Update – March 12

Dear UHD Students, You all are aware of the developing situation concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the City of Houston’s Emergency Health Declaration. The ongoing news regarding the virus has left our community concerned, but I want to encourage vigilance and confidence. We are midway through the semester, and it is imperative that we remain … Continue reading COVID-19 Update for Students

Dear Faculty and Staff, You all are aware of the developing situation concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the City of Houston’s Emergency Health Declaration. The ongoing news regarding the virus has left our community concerned, but I want to encourage vigilance and confidence. I would also urge all of you to offer reassurance to our … Continue reading COVID-19 Update for Faculty & Staff

Tomorrow is Election Day. If you have not already cast your ballot during early voting, I encourage you to take time to do so before the polls close. As a reminder, UHD faculty and staff members are eligible for Voting Leave. Please consult managers and supervisors for additional details. Registered voters should also remember that … Continue reading One Main Message: Election Day

Dear UHD Community, The start of the semester has been particularly productive. This month alone, our University formally opened the College of Sciences & Technology Building, earned national honors for two of its degree programs and welcomed noted guests in higher education to our campus. And those are just some of January’s highlights. I’d like … Continue reading One Main Message – Recognizing Faculty Excellence

Dear UHD Community, Last night, UHD’s Mariachi Los Caimanes debuted to a full house in the Wilhelmina Cullen Robertson Auditorium. Those of you who were in attendance will certainly attest that the student musicians were in fine form, and it was a very entertaining event. I would like to offer my sincerest congratulations to those … Continue reading A Dynamic Debut for Mariachi Los Caimanes

Dear UHD Community, We are starting a new year and a new decade at the University of Houston-Downtown. 2020 is already off to a solid start following last week’s dedication of the new College of Sciences & Technology Building. And this weekend, the momentum continues during GatorServe, the University’s twice-a-year tradition of helping Houstonians in … Continue reading One Main Message – New Year, New Decade at UHD

Dear UHD Community, As you’re aware, the University of Houston-Downtown campus will close Dec. 23, 2019 – Jan. 1, 2020 for the Winter Break.  The University reopens on Jan. 2, 2020. Whether you remain in Houston or travel to visit family and friends, I wish you a safe holiday season. I also encourage you to … Continue reading Reflecting on 2019 and Ready for 2020

Many of you are likely following recent news regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Presently, DACA is being considered by the U.S. Supreme Court and a ruling is expected sometime in spring 2020.

Dear UHD Community, The fall semester is quickly winding down. Whether you are completing examinations or preparing for graduation, I commend your commitment to Finishing UHD Strong. With three days of finals remaining, many students are working diligently to end the semester on a high note. Be advised that many resources are still available to … Continue reading One Main Message – Commencement This Weekend