UHD News
Staff Spotlight: Ruby LaCour-Tyler
As a child, Ruby LaCour-Tyler, Manager of Administrative Services at UHD's Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB), recalls car rides from North Houston to the University of Houston-Downtown. LaCour-Tyler's older sibling was the "FPIC" (first person in college) and attended UHD. Years passed, and the UHD alumna's path led her back to the university.
"Juneteenth 1865-2024: A Legacy of Song" Premieres to Capacity Crowd at UHD
Having been introduced by Debra McGaughey, Assistant VP of University Relations, to the more-than-capacity crowd that had gathered in the TDECU Tour Room on June 18, 2024, Mia Gradney, KHOU News Anchor, documentary creator (and one of its producers), took a breath. After that, she did what she and her co-producer and co-anchor Len Cannon did so well in their documentary, "Juneteenth 1865-2024: A Legacy of Song," which they premiered at UHD. That is, she told a story. "We started this series by telling the history of a holiday, and we realized that the history of Juneteenth is deeply connected to the ongoing pursuit of freedom today. Juneteenth is not just black history," she said. "It's a shared American history."
Enbridge Gift Gives MDCOB Students A Path to Success
We know there are many Gator success stories in our community, but Kimberly Castillo's story is one for the books. After completing her undergraduate degree in Management from UHD's Marilyn Davies College of Business, the first-generation Gator is on her way to receiving an MBA in Finance. What makes Kimberly's story unique? She received an incredible scholarship from Enbridge, a valued member of MDCOB's Business Career Center Employer Partnership Program.
Food Services' News, July 8-12
GatorCash is now accepted at the UHD snack and food vending machines, as well as the Coca-Cola vending machines. Money can be added to your GatorCard through the GatorCard Portal. Don't forget about the GatorCash Incentive Dollars Program, which pays you money for using GatorCash. Plus, check out the food service specials for July 8-12!
Belief in Action: How Karlyli Juarez Turns Student Dreams into Reality
When Karlyli Juarez, Associate Director of Graduate Studies in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS), learned she had won the 2023 Student Success Award, she was shocked, but not for the reason you might expect.
Welcome New Employees July 1
UHD News welcomes new employees to the UHD community! Remember to extend a warm Gator "hello" to our new colleagues when you see them around campus! Theresa ArlinePurchasing Coordinator IProcurement & Contracts Rainisha StevensonAcademic Success...
Put on Your Dancing Shoes for UHD's 50th Anniversary!
Time to tap into your happy place as we honor the University of Houston-Downtown's (UHD) 50th anniversary with a celebratory dance—to be performed by UHD students, faculty, and staff and videotaped to share with the world! The happiness begins at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 23 at the Wellness & Success Center. The rehearsal and performance for the cameras will only take a little over two hours. All participants will receive a souvenir 50th anniversary t-shirt and lunch while experiencing one of the most fun activities planned for our special anniversary year.
Food Services' News, July 1-5
Pizza, chicken, and GatorCash specials! Get to the UHD food court to eat AND save some money!
UHD's Higher Education Social Media Summit
Are you a student interested in a career in communications and marketing? Maybe you are a faculty member seeking to improve your LinkedIn posts. Or a UHD staff member who posts on an official UHD social media account daily. This conference is for you! UHD's Higher Education Social Media Summit will offer a day of learning and networking from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 25, on the third floor of the Academic and Girard Street buildings. UHD students, staff, and faculty may attend the summit for free, including a complimentary lunch.
UHD's Rhythm & Books Series
As the weather heats up, so does UHD's Rhythm & Books series as five-time Grammy Award-winning bass guitarist Victor Wooten comes to 40,000 Windows Café in W.I. Dykes Library on July 3. Rolling Stone Magazine called him "one of the top ten bassists of all time." Up until now, Rhythm & Books, a series of intimate, live tapings, has featured Texas-grown talent. For the next installment, series producer Spencer Lightsy, UHD Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, steps beyond the boundaries of the Lone Star State to present Wooten.