Articles tagged with 'students' | University of Houston-Clear Lake

Through an internship with V2X, leadership experiences and a network of campus mentors, UHCL finance student Aiman Fatima discovered a career path she never imagined while proving that determination can open unexpected doors. At 15, Aiman Fatima's …

A blend of emerging student talent with the return of classic favorites highlight the music, stories, and performances staged by the Bayou Theater at the University of Houston-Clear Lake in the upcoming 2026-27 season. The lineup of programs …

For students exploring future careers in science and technology, a week at the University of Houston-Clear Lake offered more than hands-on research. It provided a glimpse of what their future could become.As a key partner in the 2026 JASON Learning …

When University of Houston-Clear Lake graduate Alec Broadhurst walks into work each day at Intuitive Machines, he's contributing to software systems designed to support future space missions and sustained human presence on the moon.Just a year ago, …

Just a few years ago, Andrew Gallaher was unsure whether he could pursue a degree in physics. Today, the University of Houston-Clear Lake graduate is helping support one of NASA's most iconic scientific missions.Weeks after earning his Bachelor of …

When Jai Gershmel graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in kinesiology and a minor in sports medicine, she thought she had a fairly clear sense of where her future was headed.Like many students in the field, she considered careers in …

For years, commencement at the University of Houston-Clear Lake was familiar territory for Dr. Uttam Pokharel.As an associate professor of chemistry in UHCL’s College of Science and Engineering, he had watched countless students prepare to cross the …

Choosing the right college isn’t just a decision—it’s a crossroads moment, the kind that stirs up equal parts hope, nerves, and thoughts of a future that feels within reach.Of course, finding a degree program led by accomplished faculty matters …

In working towards a long-term life goal, there comes a moment when you can finally see that the end is in sight. Your efforts have paid off, and with piercing clarity, you know the years of hard work and overcoming challenges are leading you to the …

When JJ Garza arrives at the University of Houston-Clear Lake this fall, he will be returning to a city that helped shape his future long before he ever considered college.Growing up in Mercedes, Texas, Garza made frequent trips to Houston while his …

Keamia Rasa did not arrive at the University of Houston-Clear Lake with a rigid plan for her future.What she did have was curiosity, a background shaped by high-level athletics, and a growing interest in human performance and space …

When Jamelah Thomas enrolled at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, she was searching for more than a graduate degree. She was searching for direction.Today, the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) student is preparing to graduate in …

More than 180 students, faculty, and staff gathered at the University of Houston-Clear Lake’s second annual Military-Connected End-of-Year Celebration Dinner, an evening dedicated to recognizing the achievements, resilience, and community spirit of …

The University of Houston–Clear Lake is continuing to strengthen its support for veterans and military-connected students after receiving a $200,000 College Credit for Heroes (CCH) grant through the Texas Workforce Commission. The funding will help …

As graduates filled NRG Arena on Saturday, May 9, for the University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Spring 2026 Commencement, Nicolas (Nico) Martinez and Ana Perales celebrated more than the completion of a degree program. Alongside more than 900 graduates …

Students from the University of Houston-Clear Lake College of Education (COE) partnered with Pasadena Independent School District (ISD) and Holly Yoes Glass, Pasadena ISD K–4 science specialist, to bring science to life during the district’s annual …

Before she ever steps into a hospital office, Samarian Hope Kingston already knows what it feels like to be on the other side of care — uncertain, vulnerable, and searching for compassion. That perspective was what she carried with her on Saturday, …

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 3 p.m., Fatima Arif will stand before more than 500 graduates and their families at NRG Arena — not just as a graduate, but as a voice for a class that knows what it means to question, rebuild, and rise.Arif will deliver …

Juana Rodriguez knows a perfect fit when she sees one. She saw it when she first visited the University of Houston-Clear Lake before enrolling for her Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies. The smaller campus, proximity to home, and the program's …

After 20 years in fire and emergency medical services, William Godfrey is proving that education has no expiration date and that reinvention can happen at any stage of a career. On May 9, 2026, Godfrey will graduate from the University of …

At the University of Houston-Clear Lake, leadership is not defined by titles alone. It is shaped by action, service, and a willingness to grow. That spirit is exemplified by Abigale Chávez, a senior biological sciences major.Chávez is scheduled to …

When Heidi Campo arrived at the University of Houston-Clear Lake to pursue her Master of Science in Exercise and Health Sciences, she was initially nervous about returning to school in her mid-30s. However, she soon learned that her decades of …

For Dylan Britain and Sunny Xuan Hoang, pursuing graduate school at the University of Houston-Clear Lake was not just an individual decision. It was a shared commitment.The married couple deliberately chose to continue their education together, …

For 10 University of Houston-Clear Lake students, saying “yes” to an unpaid internship this spring came with a cost: fewer work hours, tighter budgets, and added financial pressure.The UHCL Bright Futures Intern Scholarship helped ease that burden, …

At the annual 1974 Society Dinner on April 16, the University of Houston-Clear Lake brought its mission into sharp focus. Not through statistics or strategy alone, but through the people whose lives and work are shaped by donor generosity. Members …

Before most students find their footing, Sarah Delgado is already mapping the future one dataset, one story, and one classroom experience at a time. Her academic path has already led her to present at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall …

The University of Houston-Clear Lake community is coming together this week for Service Week 2026, a campus-wide initiative dedicated to giving back, fostering connection, and empowering students to make a difference.Running from April 13 through …

The 10th Annual Greater Houston Area STEM Conference, held March 28 at the University of Houston–Clear Lake, brought together educators and STEM leaders for a full day of learning, collaboration, and innovation. The milestone event celebrated a …

 The University of Houston-Clear Lake has created three new scholarships that broaden the university’s ongoing efforts to make college affordable for students. The 3-Step Orientation Scholarships provide up to $1,000 to eligible students …

What if the biggest barriers to student success are not inside classrooms at all, but hidden in city zoning maps, transportation routes, and policies that quietly decide who gets access to opportunity?At the 2026 annual meeting of the Southwestern …