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Most employers spend only about a half a minute reviewing a resume. To pass through that quick, initial glance a hiring manager might cast upon one resume among many, University of Houston-Clear Lake Career Counselor Cory McGregory said being more …

UHCL social work prof recognized as one of Houston's 'Influential Latinas of 2023'

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“Celebrate the culture.” That’s what University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Assistant Professor of Social Work Roberta Leal encourages Mexicans and other Hispanics to do, extinguishing the cultural stigmas that once existed. Leal recently received the …

Events

September

21,

2023

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High energy, Grammy-winning bluegrass fiddler Michael Cleveland to perform at Bayou Theater

Michael Cleveland picked up a fiddle at the age of four, and he describes the memory as, “love at first note.” Since then, he has made his passion for bluegrass music into a Grammy-winning career, with additional accolades from the International …

September

06,

2023

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UHCL's upgraded Welcome Center is one-stop info hub for prospective, current students

University of Houston-Clear Lake marked the grand opening of its new Welcome Center Aug. 31, with university administrators, faculty, staff and students in attendance to celebrate.The freshly-upgraded Welcome Center is the home of the Office of …

August

24,

2023

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Gulf Coast Guitar Association returns to Bayou Theater for a night of contemporary, classical music

Houston-based Gulf Coast Guitar Association is performing in University of Houston- Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater on Friday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 p.m. Artistic directors of the GCGA, Jay Kacherski and Jeremy García, are bringing their passion, years of …

June

28,

2023

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Texas native Tim Kerr showcases work in new UHCL Art Gallery exhibition

Texas native Tim Kerr’s art will be on display in the University of Houston- Clear Lake Art Gallery on July 17 through August 25. Kerr is a well-traveled “self-expressionist” who has displayed his art all over the U.S. and internationally. Not only …

UHCL Initiatives

UHCL's Common Reader selection focuses on disability awareness

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As an extension of the First-Year Seminar Program, University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Common Reader Program recently announced its new book for the 2023/2024 school year. The latest selection, “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the …

New assistant director of Peer Mentoring hopes program ‘will make a difference’

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College students succeed when they feel supported, and sense that they are not meeting difficult challenges alone. University of Houston- Clear Lake’s new Assistant Director of Peer Mentoring Jennifer Harris, who is implementing the university’s …

Student gets internship 'just by going to class,' says UHCL offers 'great networking opportunities'

July

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Just having a college diploma is no longer enough to land that all-important job offer. Relevant work experience is now considered equally valued as any exam results or university diploma when it comes to laying the foundation for a successful …

Houston artists’ paintings celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at UHCL

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Two local artists with ties to the University of Houston- Clear Lake community, wish to leave their creative mark on the university in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Director of Art School for Children and Young Adults David Moya said …

Summer Engagement Academy targets underrepresented students needing college transition support

June

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University of Houston-Clear Lake has launched a pilot “bridge to college” program called the Summer Engagement Academy this month, with a goal of offering credited classes and an array of academic resources designed to help students in need of …

Diversity Graduation recognizes students, families of underrepresented populations

May

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University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Office of Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion hosted the fourth annual Diversity Graduation on May 11, inviting multicultural, LGBTQ+, veteran, and first-generation college students to be highlighted in a …

UHCL’s Divison of Students Affairs offers critical resources for students’ success

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As fall classes begin and university students around the country are finding their way around their new campus environment, they may not realize the role that Student Affairs plays in their success. At University of Houston-Clear Lake, the Division …

UHCL future engineers, gain hands on experience in Darmstadt

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With education abroad, college students can experience new places and cultures, all while earning credits toward their degrees’. Students also acquire skills that employers are looking for such as leadership, communication adaptability and teamwork …

RAs in Hunter Hall help foster students’ success in residential environment at UHCL

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University of Houston- Clear Lake opened the doors to Hunter Hall, its first on-campus residential hall, in 2019. Since then, the residential life on campus has continued to grow with the help and support of resident advisors, who are ready to help …

Art exhibition highlights UHCL’s 50-year commitment to educating incarcerated students

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Since University of Houston- Clear Lake opened its doors nearly 50 years ago, it has demonstrated a commitment to making higher education available to everyone, including those in the criminal justice system. In celebration of the College of Human …

Bryonn Bain's 'Lyrics from Lockdown" exposes need for reform in justice system through poetry, music, storytelling

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Created and performed by acclaimed artist and activist Bryonn Bain, the theatrical hip-hop and multimedia production, “Lyrics from Lockdown” conveys a powerful and evocative message inspired by Bain’s life-altering experience with New York police …

'I Heart Justice' art exhibition, Bayou Theater performance to highlight social injustices

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Texas Appleseed, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating at the state and local levels for fair, equitable laws, has a history of working with Texas artists to develop a collection of posters that shine a light on social justice issues …

Effective initiatives, support systems help record number of UHCL students graduate

June

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University of Houston-Clear Lake’s commencement ceremonies are always packed with graduates and their families, but the spring 2023 event, held at NRG Arena on May 13, was a bit more crowded than usual. That’s because 1,193 students received their …

Member of UHCL's largest doctoral cohort reflects on journey: Profs 'saw something in me'

May

| 21:58 PM Europe/Amsterdam

Rachel Alex did not set out to become a teacher. It’s a profession and a calling that she says chose her rather than the other way around. Now, as she received her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from University of Houston-Clear Lake on May 13, …

UHCL student achieves dream to become educator, 'Ms. Fairy' to her students

May