Departing UHD

Dear Gators, By now, you have heard the news that I will be departing the University of Houston-Downtown this summer to serve as Chancellor at the University of California Merced. The decision to depart this incredible institution was not made easily. Since my arrival at UHD, I have had the privilege of working alongside remarkable …

Thanks for the Teamwork During Spring 2020

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff.  There is no doubt that Spring 2020 was a difficult semester for all of you. Despite many adversities, we completed the semester and more than 1,300 Gators earned their degrees. This could not be accomplished without the combined commitment of the entire University of Houston-Downtown community. We now move forward …

Saluting Spring 2020 Graduates

Dear Graduates, There is no doubt that Spring 2020 was a difficult semester for you. Despite the adversities, you successfully completed the semester and are now graduates of the University of Houston-Downtown. Congratulations! As you embark on new journeys, UHD will always be a part of you. The experiences gained at our university have prepared …

Finals Week – Spring 2020

Dear Students, Faculty & Staff, As you are aware, we are quickly approaching the conclusion of an unprecedented semester at UHD. Despite the disruptions and challenges presented by the Coronavirus (COVID-19), I want to offer you my congratulations on a job well done. We have reached this moment through the talents and tenacity of our University Community. …