In the media
HBJ: Face to Face, A Profile of UHD President Loren J. Blanchardopens in new window
Loren James Blanchard would say education is in his blood — in fact, he comes from a family of educators.
Blanchard, who took over as president of the University of Downtown-Houston in March 2021, grew up around his cousins, many of whom would later become teachers and principals. That experience crystallized his desire to help and educate others.
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Oct
2023
www.bizjournals.com
Houston Defender: UHD President Loren J. Blanchard: ‘New Paradigm’ in Full Swingopens in new window
Dr. Blanchard’s State of the University address highlighted UHD’s strategic goals: increasing the number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs by 2028; boosting the university’s graduation and alumni participation rates; developing more community partnerships; and securing additional research opportunities through federal and state grants.
02
Oct
2023
defendernetwork.com
HBJ: University of Houston-Downtown sees graduation rates increase, eyes more growthopens in new window
The University of Houston-Downtown is making strides in areas such as graduation rates, programs offered, community engagement and more, President Loren Blanchard said during his Sept. 26 state of the university address. But there are still more goals he wants to see UHD reach.
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Sep
2023
www.bizjournals.com
Houston Matters: Training the next generation of social workers at UH-Downtownopens in new window
Earlier this month, the University of Houston-Downtown hosted training for their social work students in collaboration with the Hackett Center for Mental Health. The training focused on grief and trauma specifically related to children affected by the pandemic.
27
Sep
2023
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Dr. Daniel Villanueva on CW39: UHD gives college opportunities to underrepresented high school gradsopens in new window
09
Aug
2023
cw39.com
President Loren J. Blanchard Talks About Guided Pathways to Success in Houston Chronicleopens in new window
08
Aug
2023
www.houstonchronicle.com
President Loren J. Blanchard on 'Houston Newsmakers with Khambrel Marshall'opens in new window
President Blanchard explains how UHD and other area universities work with community colleges to transition students from two-year colleges to four-year universities via Guided Pathways to Success.
24
Jul
2023
www.click2houston.com
Dr. Lisa Morano and Center of Urban Agriculture and Sustainability featured in the Houston Chronicleopens in new window
Dr. Morano is a professor of Biology and Microbiology and the director for the Center of Urban Agriculture and Sustainability, where she is dedicated to teaching students how to attain their own food and bring that knowledge to their communities and neighborhoods.
11
Jul
2023
www.houstonchronicle.com
Dr. Vida Robertson Featured on "Houston Newsmakers with Khambrel Marshall," KPRC-TVopens in new window
Race in the United States: Why expert says America was never intended to be equal. The topic of critical race theory has become a flashpoint for some politicians and people in the United States, who view it as something that is inappropriate curriculum for young students. The truth is that critical race theory is only a college level course and not taught in elementary, middle or high schools.
18
Jun
2023
www.click2houston.com
Dr. Liza Alonzo Talks About New Gator Success Institute, Inside Higher Edopens in new window
The University of Houston Downtown is expanding support service offerings under a new office, the Gator Success Institute (GSI), creating a one-stop shop for a variety of existing and new programs and services to boost retention and engagement. At present, UHD has a Gator Success Center on campus, which will expand into the GSI with the new programming, funded by $750,000 from the Los Angeles–based nonprofit ECMC Foundation.
16
Jun
2023
www.insidehighered.com
HBJ: “University of Houston-Downtown awarded nearly $2.6M to boost teacher program” opens in new window
The University of Houston-Downtown will use nearly $2.59 million in new federal funding to help future teachers graduate and get jobs in higher-need areas. The U.S. Department of Education Title V grant, which is to be allocated over five years, will be used to better assist students with wraparound services, continuing UHD’s Pathways to Teaching in Critical Areas of Need program.
14
Jun
2023
www.bizjournals.com
CW39 Reports on New Basic Needs Centeropens in new window
Student success can be measured in several ways, but for many students it’s about their grades, getting a college degree and making sure that they’re financially able to pay for college necessities like food, books and housing. Now, the University of Houston-Downtown has a Student Basic Needs Program to help offset some of those costs.
11
May
2023
cw39.com
HBJ: University of Houston-Downtown eyes I-45 expansion opportunities, working on TxDOT agreementopens in new window
As plans for the multibillion-dollar Interstate 45 overhaul known as the North Houston Highway Improvement Project move forward, areas that will be impacted are finding ways to mitigate the impact of the future construction. If all goes to plan, the university could find itself with an opportunity to expand its campus.
11
May
2023
www.bizjournals.com
HBJ: University of Houston-Downtown asking Texas Legislature for $67Mopens in new window
The Texas Legislature is in session, which means Houston-area universities are waiting to hear back on how much funding each will receive this year. The University of Houston-Downtown is one campus that hopes to receive millions. In an interview with the Houston Business Journal, UHD President Loren Blanchard said the university is asking the Legislature for a total of $67 million for transformative programs and constructions.
11
May
2023
www.bizjournals.com
Houston Defender: Academy donates $50K in scholarship funds to Yates HSopens in new window
Desiree Rahming is a $2,000 scholarship recipient and hopes to attend the University of Houston-Downtown to major in Fine Arts.
11
May
2023
defendernetwork.com
HBJ: UHD Opens New Basic Needs Centeropens in new window
The University of Houston-Downtown held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its Basic Needs Center on May 5. Located on the second floor of UHD's One Main Building, the center — which is the result of a nearly $944,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education that will be used over three years — will be used to help students who are experiencing food, housing, medical care, transportation or technology insecurities.
11
May
2023
www.bizjournals.com
University of Houston-Downtown Awarded $2.47M for Bilingual E-Library, Hopes to Strengthen Workforceopens in new window
The project, titled “Expanding the UHD Bilingual E-Library to Support Literacy Awareness and Connectivity among the Hispanic Community,” is being co-investigated by Irene Chen, Professor of Education in the Department of Urban Education in UHD’s College of Public Service, Maria Bhattacharjee, a former UHD Associate Professor of Education.
24
Mar
2023
www.bizjournals.com
UHD Receives $2.5 Million Grant To Help Spread Literacy Awareness to Hispanic Communitiesopens in new window
The University of Houston-Downtown received a $2.5 million grant to expand its growing e-library. The library currently consists of bilingual resources such as audio books, and print outs available for free to the public. The grant will be used over the course of two years to help over 200 families across the Houston area.
23
Mar
2023
cw39.com
University of Houston Downtown Opens New Rec Center With Hopes of Building More Community on Campusopens in new window
The long-awaited epicenter of student activity at UHD is the first in a series of anticipated expansions meant to give students and faculty an increased sense of belonging at the commuter campus that houses four colleges, offers 11 master's degrees and is particularly known for its criminal justice program in its College of Public Service.
24
Feb
2023
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD Partners with National Institute to Double Graduation Rateopens in new window
The University of Houston-Downtown hopes to nearly double its graduation rate within three years, a huge lift that, if effective, could filter into the local economy and shape how institutions across Texas usher their students toward degrees.
16
Feb
2023
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD and UHCL Receive Federal Grants for Basic Needs Programsopens in new window
Two universities within the University of Houston System are working toward improved retention and higher graduation rates thanks to a nearly $1.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
16
Feb
2023
www.bizjournals.com
UHD Business Professor Cory Angert Speaks to the Relaunch of MoviePassopens in new window
30
Aug
2022
www.demingheadlight.com
UHD Business Professor Dietrich von Biedenfeld Speaks to KHOU About Economic Impact of World Cupopens in new window
17
Jun
2022
www.khou.com
Criminal Justice Professor Kevin Buckler Addresses Gun Laws In Wake of Uvalde Tragedyopens in new window
09
Jun
2022
www.tpr.org
UHD Mariachi Los Caimanes Performance at Memorial Day Event Featured on FOX 26opens in new window
30
May
2022
www.fox26houston.com
Psychology Professor Kristin Anderson Interviewed by Texas Standard About Uvalde School Shootingopens in new window
25
May
2022
www.texasstandard.org
UHD Professor Interviewed by KHOU on Houston Finalizing Bid For Democratic National Conventionopens in new window
24
May
2022
www.khou.com
Andy Warhol Exhibition Featured in CultureMap Houstonopens in new window
15
Mar
2022
houston.culturemap.com
CCRS Director Dr. Vida Robertson Addresses Critical Race Theory on Houston Public Radioopens in new window
12
Mar
2022
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
UHD Alumna and HSL&R 2010 Rodeo Scholar Yuselmy Garza Featured in Houston Chronicle's Preview Sectionopens in new window
11
Mar
2022
preview.houstonchronicle.com
UHD President Interviewed Regarding Diversity on the Rise Among College Presidentsopens in new window
University of Houston-Downtown President Loren J. Blanchard was interviewed by Inside Higher Ed for an article focusing on Diversity on the Rise Among College Presidents.
14
Feb
2022
www.insidehighered.com
Assistant Professor Interviewed About Power Plants' Winter Preparationsopens in new window
UHD Assistant Professor of Business Dietrich von Biedenfeld was interviewed on KPRC regarding Texas power plants' winter readiness.
29
Nov
2021
www.click2houston.com
UHD Student, VP for Enrollment Management Interviewed About Scholarships, Financial Aidopens in new window
UHD Student Irvin Solano Teran and Vice President for Enrollment Management Dr. Daniel Villanueva were interviewed regarding National Scholarship Month on FOX26's Isiah Factor.
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24
Nov
2021
www.fox26houston.com
UHD Professor Interviewed About Poll Regarding Black Lives Matter Movementopens in new window
UHD Professor Vida Robertson addresses a new poll that found a decline in the Black Lives Matter movement with NBC News.
22
Nov
2021
news.yahoo.com
Univision Interviews UHD Registrar Regarding The Network's Tu Futuro Scholarshipopens in new window
UHD Registrar Ovi Galvan was interviewed on Univision regarding the network's Tu Futuro scholarship.
15
Nov
2021
www.univision.com
UHD Associate Professor of History Sheds Light on House Bill 72opens in new window
Dr. Gene Preuss, Associate Professor of History, was interviewed by The Dallas Morning News about the history behind House Bill 72 in Texas.
14
Nov
2021
www.dallasnews.com
Volunteer, UHD Alum Efforts Named Houston Hero forOffering Free Tax Help to Elderly Featured Chronicleopens in new window
UHD Alumna Edna Lewis' volunteer efforts featured in the Houston Chronicle for going the extra mile to lend a helping hand with free tax preparation to elderly, low income Houstonians.
29
Oct
2021
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD Professor Discusses Vaccine Hesitancy with FOX26opens in new window
Dr. Felicia Harris, Associate Professor of Communication Studies, discussed the impact of communication on vaccine hesitancy with FOX26.
18
Aug
2021
www.fox26houston.com
UHD Assistant Professor Dr. Michael Lemke Explains Link Between Sleep, Mental Healthopens in new window
Dr. Michael Lemke, Assistant Professor of Health and Human Behavior, was interviewed by ABC13 about the relationship between sleep and mental health.
11
Aug
2021
mms.tveyes.com
UHD's Dr. Vida Robertson Address Critical Race Theory During Interviewopens in new window
Dr. Vida Robertson, Director of UHD’s Center for Critical Race Studies, was interviewed on WOSU regarding Critical Race Theory.
07
Aug
2021
wosu.org
UHD Professor addresses Simone Biles Mental Health During Olympics During Segmentopens in new window
UHD's Dr. Antoinette Wilson was interviewed on KHOU regarding Simone Biles addressing her mental health during the Olympics. The story was picked up on several outlets including Yahoo News and CBSNews.com.
29
Jul
2021
www.cbsnews.com
Associate Professor of History Shares Insight About Texas Curriculum Debateopens in new window
Dr. Gene Preuss, Associate Professor of History, was interviewed on FOX26’s Isiah Factor regarding the debate over Texas curriculum requirements.
27
Jul
2021
www.fox26houston.com
UHD Professor of English Authors Op-Ed Piece for Houston Chronicleopens in new window
Dr. Katharine Jaeger, UHD Professor of English, authored an op-ed piece in the Houston Chronicle regarding Texas abortion laws.
18
Jul
2021
www.houstonchronicle.com
Dr. Kristin Anderson's Latest Book featured in Science X Publicationopens in new window
Dr. Kristin Anderson, UHD Professor of Psychology, was featured in Science X discussing her latest book “Enraged, Rattled & Wronged.”
16
Jul
2021
sciencex.com
UHD Assistant Professor of Social Work Interviews on Coping with Anxietyopens in new window
Dr. Liza Lane, UHD Assistant Professor of Social Work was interviewed on coping with anxiety during COVID-19 on Univision.
02
Jul
2021
www.univision.com
Center For Critical Race Studies Director Interviewed by District Administration Magazineopens in new window
Dr. Vida Robertson was interviewed by District Administration magazine on the importance of Critical Race Studies in schools.
18
Jun
2021
districtadministration.com
UHD Professor Discusses Bill of Critical Race Theory with KPRCopens in new window
UHD's Dr. Jonathan Chism was interviewed by KPRC Ch. 2 regarding the Texas bill on critical race theory.
18
Jun
2021
www.click2houston.com
UHD Alumna Named Missouri City Teacher of the Yearopens in new window
UHD alumna Sarah Sutar was announced as Missouri City Teacher of the Year in the Fort Bend Star.
11
May
2021
www.fortbendstar.com
UHD Alumnus, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez Featured in Texas Monthlyopens in new window
Alumnus Ed Gonzalez was featured in Texas Monthly regarding his nomination to lead ICE.
01
May
2021
www.texasmonthly.com
FOX26 Interviews Assistant Professor of Business About Shortages of Consumer Goodsopens in new window
Fox26's “The Isiah Factor” interviewed UHD Assistant Professor of Business Dietrich von Biedenfeld on shortages of consumer goods during the pandemic.
30
Apr
2021
www.fox26houston.com
UHD's Safety Measures on Campus Highlighted by Univisionopens in new window
Univision 45 reported on UHD’s safety measures as it prepares to return classes to campus.
29
Apr
2021
www.univision.com
The Wall Street Journal Ranks UHD No. 1 in Region for Diversity, No. 18 in Nationopens in new window
The Wall Street Journal announced UHD as the most diverse institution of higher education in the south.
17
Apr
2021
www.wsj.com
Psychology Today Interviews UHD's Dr. Peter Li About New Bookopens in new window
Dr. Peter Li, Associate Professor of Political Science, was featured in Psychology Today, promoting his new book "Animal Welfare in China."
06
Apr
2021
www.psychologytoday.com
Dr. Gene Preuss Interviewed Regarding Restoration Efforts of Historic LULAC Clubhouseopens in new window
UHD Associate Professor of History Dr. Gene Preuss featured in an article highlighting fundraising efforts to restore the historic LULAC Clubhouse.
27
Mar
2021
www.houstonchronicle.com
Marilyn Davies College of Business Professor Talks Stimulus Checksopens in new window
ABC13 interviewed Marilyn Davies College of Business Professor Dietrich von Biedenfeld about stimulus checks. The segment also aired on other outlets nationally.
01
Mar
2021
abc13.com
UHD Alumna named Waco's First Black Female Police Chiefopens in new window
Waco City Council voted unanimously to confirm Sheryl Victorian as Waco’s new police chief. Victorian earned her Master's in Criminal Justice from UHD.
16
Feb
2021
wacotrib.com
Higher Education Publication Highlights Grant to Assist Returning College Studentsopens in new window
Diverse Education reports how $750,000 state grant will provide boost to UHD students who paused their education to return and earn their college degree.
12
Feb
2021
diverseeducation.com
Houston Chronicle Features UHD Partnership with UH Medical Schoolopens in new window
UHD’s Social Work Program’s partnership with the UHD Medical School was featured in The Houston Chronicle.
26
Jan
2021
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD Business Professor Talks About New Round of Stimulus Checks on "The Factor"opens in new window
Marilyn Davies College of Business UHD Assistant Professor of Business Dietrich von Biedenfeld and Isiah Carey FOX 26 talk about more federal stimulus checks on FOX 26 Houston's "The Factor."
25
Jan
2021
www.fox26houston.com
Naming of Dr. Loren J. Blanchard as New UHD President Spotlighted in Higher Ed Publicationopens in new window
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education announced Dr. Loren J. Blanchard as UHD’s incoming President.
25
Jan
2021
diverseeducation.com
UHD, Univision "Tu Futuro" Scholarship Highlightedopens in new window
UHD Financial Aid Representative Beatriz Sanchez was interviewed on Univision regarding the station’s partnership with UHD on the "Tu Futuro" scholarship.
24
Jan
2021
www.univision.com
UHD Assistant Professor addresses MLK, Civil Rights in Houston Chronicle article opens in new window
Reporter Joy Sewing interviewed UHD Assistant Professor and civil rights scholar Jonathan Chism regarding Martin Luther King and social injustice.
17
Jan
2021
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD Professor Interviewed About China's Fishing Industryopens in new window
Dr. Peter Li, Associate Professor of Political Science, shares his thoughts in interview by China Global Television Network.
29
Dec
2020
www.youtube.com
Houston Press Features Sister Graduatesopens in new window
Sisters and UHD Graduates the Lampkin Sisters were featured about receiving their degrees at the 68th Commencement in the Houston Press.
21
Dec
2020
www.houstonpress.com
UHD Professor Interviewed by Men's Health About COVID Vaccine and Truck Driversopens in new window
Men’s Health interviewed UHD Assistant Professor of Health & Human Behavior Michael Lemke about truck drivers and the COVID vaccine
21
Dec
2020
www.menshealth.com
KPRC Features UHD Mother and Son Graduatesopens in new window
UHD mother and son graduates Renita Gray Taylor and Anthony Taylor and were featured on KPRC TV.
17
Dec
2020
www.click2houston.com
Sports & Fitness Trainer, Alum Shows How to Make 'Jump' Toward Good Fitnessopens in new window
UHD trainer Jhon Ortiz was featured on KHOU offering fitness tips and showcasing his jump rope skills.
09
Dec
2020
www.khou.com
UHD Mariachi Band Member Featured as Participant in National Competitonopens in new window
UHD student Jimmy Arredondo was featured on KPRC Ch. 2 for his participation in a national mariachi competition. He is a member of UHD's Mariachi Los Caimanes
05
Dec
2020
www.click2houston.com
UHD Professor of Psychology interviewed by KHOU regarding holidays and the “new normal”opens in new window
Dr. Susan Henney offers tips on conversations with families about changing holiday traditions during the pandemic.
23
Nov
2020
www.khou.com
KPRC Highlights UHD's Pre-Holiday Food Distribution Effortsopens in new window
Among the highlights of the UHD annual Health Fair was a pre-Thanksgiving grocery giveaway made possible by the Houston Food Bank and volunteers from UHD’s Wellness Committee.
19
Nov
2020
www.click2houston.com
Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Grant to UHD Makes Headlinesopens in new window
The Pawtucket Times and several publications reported on the Green Mountain Energy Sun Club grant to UHD.
17
Nov
2020
markets.financialcontent.com
UHD Greater Houston Area Men of Color Symposium Featuredopens in new window
Dr. Jerry Wallace, Assistant Dean, Director of CPS Advising, Recruitment and Retention, was interviewed by FOX26.
10
Nov
2020
www.fox26houston.com
KHOU Interviews UHD's Dr. Gene Preuss About How Social Media Has Changed Politics Foreveropens in new window
UHD History professor talks about the recent presidential election and the influence of social media
07
Nov
2020
www.khou.com
Business Insider Names UHD Education as Best Return on Investmentopens in new window
UHD was featured in Business Insider as one of the universities providing the best return on investment.
08
Oct
2020
www.businessinsider.com
SGA President Interviewed About Presidential Debates on "Your Take"opens in new window
UHD's Student Government Association President Alan Modrow was interviewed about the presidential debates on FOX26’s “Your Take” segment.
29
Sep
2020
www.fox26houston.com
Dr. David Branham Talks Presidential Debate on FOX26opens in new window
Dr. David Branham was interviewed on FOX26’s “Isiah Factor” regarding the presidential debate.
29
Sep
2020
www.fox26houston.com
UHD's BSA President Speaks About Parenting and Halloween on FOX26 Segmentopens in new window
UHD Black Student Association President Samantha Moseley was interviewed on FOX26’s “Your Take” regarding parenting and Halloween 2020
25
Sep
2020
www.fox26houston.com
UHD's Record Enrollment Growth Makes Headlinesopens in new window
UHD was featured in University Business as one of three universities growing enrollment during the pandemic.
25
Sep
2020
universitybusiness.com
Criminal Justice Faculty Member Shares Motivational Message With Inmatesopens in new window
The Port Arthur News featured UHD Criminal Justice faculty member Damon West as takes his message behind federal prison bars.
25
Sep
2020
www.panews.com
Researcher sheds light on pandemic's possible impact on truck driversopens in new window
UHD Health and Human Behavior Professor Dr. Michael Lemke’s research on COVID-19 and truck drivers was featured in Medical XPress News.
03
Sep
2020
medicalxpress.com
Why is it hard to talk about Kamala Harris’ multiracial heritage? Houston women speak out.opens in new window
Dr. Vida Robertson, Director of the Center for Critical Race Studies, was interviewed about Kamala Harris by The Houston Chronicle.
28
Aug
2020
www.houstonchronicle.com
Is Chicago a lost city?opens in new window
UHD professors Dr. Creshema Murray and Dr. Gene Preuss appeared on FOX26’s Isiah Factor to address the Chicago protests.
11
Aug
2020
www.fox26houston.com
Dr. Antonio Tillis Begins as University of Houston-Downtown’s Interim Presidentopens in new window
Antonio D. Tillis, Ph.D., UHD Interim President, was featured in Houston Forward Times.
05
Aug
2020
forwardtimes.com
Chronicle of Higher Education: Transitionsopens in new window
Antonio D. Ellis, Ph.D. was announced as the Interim President for UHD in The Chronicle of Higher Education
06
Jul
2020
www.chronicle.com
Houston Oil And Gas Companies Can Expect $40 A Barrel Oil Through 2020opens in new window
Dietrich von Biedenfeld, UHD Assistant Professor of Business, was interviewed on Houston Public Media’s “Houston Matters.”
03
Jul
2020
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
COVID-19 & Racism: Pandemic exposes socioeconomic disparitiesopens in new window
UHD Associate Professor of Communication Studies Dr. Creshema Murray was interviewed regarding socioeconomic disparities in the Houston Defender.
03
Jul
2020
defendernetwork.com
Houston-area microbiologist answers common questions about COVID-19opens in new window
Dr. Gabriela Bowden, Associate Professor of Biology, addressed myths surrounding the Coronavirus with ABC13.\r\n
17
Jun
2020
abc13.com
List of compelling films to watch to educate yourself about systemic racismopens in new window
UHD's Dr. Creshema Murray discusses films to help people understand racism and bias with ABC13
06
Jun
2020
abc13.com
Raising kids to become inclusive adults: Here's what to doopens in new window
Cynae Brown, Assistant Director for UHD’s Center for Equality in Action, discussed raising children to be more inclusive and embrace diversity with KHOU.
05
Jun
2020
www.khou.com
UHD Professor's Book Among "30 Most Essential Books About Texas"opens in new window
UHD Assistant Professor of English Daniel Pena’s novel “Bang” was featured in Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News articles on the the “30 Most Essential Books About Texas.”
03
Jun
2020
www.expressnews.com
Acevedo, advocates spar over relevance of race in past month's 5 Houston police killingsopens in new window
Dr. Kevin Buckler, Professor of Criminal Justice, weighs in on officer-involved shootings in this Houston Chronicle article.
20
May
2020
www.houstonchronicle.com
'A loaded gun:' Wet markets, wildlife trafficking pose threat for the next pandemicopens in new window
Dr. Peter Li, Associate Professor of Political Science was interviewed by USA Today.
16
May
2020
www.usatoday.com
During The COVID-19 Pandemic, A Police Funeral Presents A New Challengeopens in new window
Dr. Elizabeth Gilmore, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, was interviewed regarding police funerals on Houston Public Media.
08
May
2020
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Houston Mattersopens in new window
Assistant Professor of Business Diedrich von Biedenfeld was interviewed on Houston Public Media’s Houston Matters.
07
May
2020
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
She Didn't See Positive Reflections Of Black Americans In Academic Literature — So She Wrote A Bookopens in new window
University of Houston Downtown Associate Professor Stacie DeFreitas teaches psychology. She told Texas Standard that the field is often focused on problems but that can sometimes feel overly negative. She said that is especially true when the focus is on African Americans.
07
May
2020
www.kut.org
This Professor Didn’t See Enough Positive Reflections Of African Americans In Academic Literature – So She Wrote A Bookopens in new window
Dr. Stacy DeFreitas was interviewed on The Texas Standard regarding her new book “African American Psychology.”
07
May
2020
www.texasstandard.org
Essay: Do you recall life before coronavirus? There was a time when we were closeopens in new window
UHD's Beth Secor contributes an essay to the Houston Chronicle.
07
May
2020
www.houstonchronicle.com
This Professor Didn’t See Enough Positive Reflections Of African Americans In Academic Literature – So She Wrote A Bookopens in new window
University of Houston Downtown Associate Professor Stacie DeFreitas teaches psychology. She said the field is often focused on problems – but that can all start to feel overly negative. She said that is especially true when the focus is on African Americans.
07
May
2020
www.texasstandard.org
Houston Matters - May 5opens in new window
UHD's Diedrich von Biedenfeld discussed the economy during COVID-19
05
May
2020
Harris County’s top health official gives an update on our region’s health as businesses begin to reopen, and a business expert answers your economic questions about COVID-19.
Schools offer summer scholarships to cope with disruptionsopens in new window
24
Apr
2020
universitybusiness.com
UHD to assist students’ career searches during COVID-19opens in new window
24
Apr
2020
defendernetwork.com
University of Houston-Downtown to ease COVID-19 impact on studentsopens in new window
24
Apr
2020
abc13.com
University of Houston-Downtown initiates cost-saving measures to help its studentsopens in new window
24
Apr
2020
www.houstonchronicle.com
Ayudas económicas para estudiantes de la Universidad de Houston-Downtown afectados por el coronavirusopens in new window
24
Apr
2020
www.univision.com
Defender Fit & Fine: Lillian Abdallaopens in new window
Alumna Lillian Abdallas was featured in the Houston Defender.
07
Feb
2020
defendernetwork.com
Cause for Celebrationopens in new window
UHD's partnership with the H.E.A.R.T. Program was featured in the Fort Bend Herald.
04
Feb
2020
www.fbherald.com
Professor: Coronavirus to impact Houston's economyopens in new window
A UHD professor says four sectors, in particular, are at risk: Oil and gas, travel, Houston’s port and local Chinese markets.
04
Feb
2020
www.khou.com
4 differences between the impeachment trials of Presidents Trump and Clintonopens in new window
UHD's Dr. Gene Preuss was interviewed by KHOU Ch. 11 regarding the ongoing impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
21
Jan
2020
www.khou.com
Will the cheating scandal hurt the Astros brand?opens in new window
UHD's Dr. Lucas Logan was interviewed by KHOU regarding the Astros’ brand.
13
Jan
2020
www.khou.com
Concrete Plant Expansion, And The Nation’s Best Grocery Chain: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham participates in Houston Matters' "The Good, The Bad & The Ugly" segment.
10
Jan
2020
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
17-year-old Klein resident earns bachelor’s degree from University of Houston-Downtownopens in new window
Recent graduate Juliette Walker was featured in the Houston Chronicle.
03
Jan
2020
www.chron.com
Houston experts offer tips for kicking the holiday bluesopens in new window
UHD's Dr. Susan Henney shared insights on how to beat the holiday blues with the Houston Chronicle.
18
Dec
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
AI Arms Raceopens in new window
Brett Hobby, director of the Marilyn Davies College of Business Career Center, was interviewed by Inside Higher Ed regarding resume scanning services.
17
Dec
2019
www.insidehighered.com
The Return Of Toys R Us, And Gerrit Cole Becomes A Yankee: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
13
Dec
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Intelligent.com Announces Best Finance Degree Programs for 2020opens in new window
UHD was ranked as having one of the top finance degrees in the nation according to intelligent.com.
09
Dec
2019
www.timesunion.com
UHD E-Book Library helping Houstonians learn to readopens in new window
An article about a UHD class writing, illustrating and narrating e-books for Houston pre-k students appeared in the Houston Chronicle.
02
Dec
2019
www.chron.com
Election Preview: These Are The Races On Houston’s 2019 Runoff Ballotopens in new window
A Houston Public Media article about Houston election runoffs mentioned UHD alum Van Huynh as a candidate for City Council, District F.
25
Nov
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
What’s at Houston galleries this weekopens in new window
O’Kane’s exhibit of “Selection of Recent Gifts from the Harriet and Ricardo Romo Collection” was mentioned in an article about Houston art showings this week.
25
Nov
2019
www.lmtonline.com
Changing Polymer Properties through Manipulationopens in new window
Dr. Byron Christmas, a UHD professor emeritus of chemistry, published an article on polymer properties in UV+EB Technology.
25
Nov
2019
uvebtech.com
Peck, Zoes agree on some key issues in District A runoff, but take different approachesopens in new window
UHD alum George Harry Zoes is in the runoff for a seat on the City Council in District A.
23
Nov
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Julia Roberts As Harriet Tubman, And Sign-Stealing Allegations Against The Astros: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
22
Nov
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Impeachment Proceedings Draw Lukewarm Local Interestopens in new window
UHD students and professor Dr. David Branham were interviewed about the presidential impeachment hearings on Fox 26.
14
Nov
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Mass shooters don't fit one profile, experts sayopens in new window
UHD psychology professor Dr. Kristin Anderson was interviewed in an article about mass shooters.
13
Nov
2019
www.click2houston.com
Here's why I'm running to be your sheriffopens in new window
UHD alum Mark Salinas wrote a piece for The Daily News about his run for Galveston County Sheriff.
13
Nov
2019
www.galvnews.com
Trump’s decision to end DACA faces Supreme Court scrutinyopens in new window
UHD alumna Diana Platas was interviewed in an article about the Supreme Court and DACA.
11
Nov
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Texas Schools Team with Amazon for Cloud Computing Jobsopens in new window
HCC’s pathway from associate degree to bachelor degree in computer science at UHD was mentioned in an article about the rise of degrees in cloud computing.
08
Nov
2019
www.govtech.com
University of Houston System Universities Raise Record Amount in FY19, Surpass Goalsopens in new window
UHD’s grants and gifts in 2019 were mentioned in an article about record breaking donations to the UH system.
07
Nov
2019
www.uh.edu
As results roll in, re-live our analysis from election nightopens in new window
UHD professor Dr. David Branham joined Click2Houston on Election Night to analyze the results as they came in.
06
Nov
2019
www.click2houston.com
Want cheap airfare? New travel club offers premium discountsopens in new window
UHD professor Natacha Poggio was quoted in an article about a new program for low cost airfare.
05
Nov
2019
www.click2houston.com
Chief Deputy John Hermann announces candidacy for Fort Bend Precinct 4 Constableopens in new window
UHD alum John Hermann will be running for Fort Bend Constable.
04
Nov
2019
www.chron.com
Keeping the Club Zone Safeopens in new window
UHD alum Ann Waltman was featured in a profile on Montrose’s police bicycle patrol.
01
Nov
2019
ipmba.org
Nov. 5th election: Why Blacks must voteopens in new window
The Defender interviewed UHD professor Dr. Creshema Murray about the importance of the African American vote in November’s election.
31
Oct
2019
defendernetwork.com
Researcher goes to bat, discovers new winged speciesopens in new window
An article about UHD researcher Dr. Amy Baird’s discovery of a new bat species appeared in Phys.org
30
Oct
2019
phys.org
Research team documents new discovery of dinosaur relativeopens in new window
UHD Natural Science professor Dr. Jeffrey Martz’s contribution to the discovery of a new dinosauromorph appeared in Phys.org.
30
Oct
2019
phys.org
Dr. Susan Henney shares tips on coping with losingopens in new window
UHD psychology professor Dr. Susan Henney was interviewed on FOX 26 about how baseball fans can cope with their team’s loss.
26
Oct
2019
www.fox26houston.com
The World Series shifts to an open air ballparkopens in new window
UHD physics professor Dr. Yuri Pinelis was interviewed on FOX 26 about how playing in an open air stadium could affect the World Series baseball players.
26
Oct
2019
www.fox26houston.com
There are several SAT review methods, but prep is a mustopens in new window
UHD’s SAT prep classes with mentioned in a Chron.com article.
25
Oct
2019
www.chron.com
Houston area offers versatile education options for students who need flexibilityopens in new window
UHD was mentioned in an article about Houston schools that offer different options for students to support their needs.
25
Oct
2019
www.chron.com
Cybersecurity offers candidates challenging opportunitiesopens in new window
UHD’s Master of Security Management degree was discussed in a Chron.com article about the need for more cybersecurity professionals in Houston.
25
Oct
2019
www.chron.com
Speaker's Departure Shapes Fight for Texas Houseopens in new window
UHD professor Jacquie Baly was quoted in an article about the Texas senate.
25
Oct
2019
sunny99.iheart.com
This is how Houston looks during the World Seriesopens in new window
UHD’s orange and blue lights in support of the Astros were mentioned on ABC 13.
22
Oct
2019
abc13.com
UHD Scene Investi-Gators participate in regional CSI competitionopens in new window
An article appeared in Chron.com about UHD student organization Scene Investi-Gators participating in a CSI competition.
12
Oct
2019
www.chron.com
Backlash Against Rockets GM’s Tweets: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
11
Oct
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Two new officers join the Victoria Police Departmentopens in new window
UHD alum Nathaniel Rios was welcomed as a new member of the Victoria Police Department.
10
Oct
2019
www.victoriaadvocate.com
Maddox picked as LCSO Employee of the Month for October 2019opens in new window
UHD alum and Liberty County Sheriff’s Deputy Chance Maddox was recognized as the employee of the month.
07
Oct
2019
bluebonnetnews.com
UH Downtown professor combines love of history and religion in new book on Dr. Martin Luther Kingopens in new window
The Houston Chronicle interviewed UHD history professor Dr. Jonathon Chism about his new book, “30-Day Journey with Martin Luther King Jr.”
30
Sep
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Hometown Heroes: Eric Robinsopens in new window
UHD alum and Sugar Land chief of police Eric Robins was named a Hometown Hero by Fort Bend Focus Magazine.
30
Sep
2019
www.fortbendfocus.com
11 things to watch in Houston this week: Mayor's forum, Astros postseason and National Night Outopens in new window
The Houston Youth Voters Conference was mentioned on KPRC as an event to watch out for this week.
29
Sep
2019
www.click2houston.com
Houston Researcher Helps Unearth A New Dinosaur Speciesopens in new window
UHD geology professor Jeffery Martz discussed the findings of a new dinosaur species on Houston Public Media.
27
Sep
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
NBC News Learn education forum held in Houstonopens in new window
KPRC presented a story on Education Now, the televised forum on education by NBC which was hosted by UHD.
27
Sep
2019
www.click2houston.com
Juan Antonio Sorto is a mentor schoolchildren can relate toopens in new window
The Houston Chronicle profiled UHD alum Juan Antonio Sorto who mentors elementary school children.
27
Sep
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Future is bright for UHD’s Sciences & Technology Building with gift from Green Mountain Energy Sun Clubopens in new window
An article appeared in the Houston Chronicle about a donation to UHD’s College of Science and Technology building to install solar panels and buy photosynthesis equipment.
26
Sep
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
How To Get Young People In Houston To Vote?opens in new window
UHD student Gerri Vale spoke on NPR’s Houston Matters about the importance of the youth vote and the upcoming Houston Youth Voters Conference.
19
Sep
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Dr. Salvador Salinas Discusses Hispanic Heritage Month opens in new window
UHD history professor Dr. Salvador Salinas appeared on Great Day Houston to discuss Hispanic heritage, culture, and contributions.
16
Sep
2019
www.khou.com
Recapping the democratic debate, Castro and Biden - What's Your Point?opens in new window
UHD political science professor Jacquie Baly appeared on a panel discussing political and judicial issues on Fox 26.
15
Sep
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Kevin Michaels selected as Top Attorney of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP)opens in new window
UHD alum and attorney Kevin Michaels is honored by professional organization.
15
Sep
2019
www.wicz.com
Comcast to Honor Some of Houston’s Finest During Hispanic Heritage Monthopens in new window
UHD president Dr. Juan Sánchez Muñoz was mentioned in Houston Style Magazine as a judge for Comcast’s Hispanic Hero Awards.
13
Sep
2019
stylemagazine.com
Hockey Talks Continue, And A Monkey On The Loose: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
13
Sep
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
University of Houston-Downtown Supports Its Local Economyopens in new window
An article about the economic benefits of UHD in the Houston area appeared in diverseeducation.com.
12
Sep
2019
diverseeducation.com
Photo Flash: 'Shining' WIT Plays For One More Week At The Matchopens in new window
UHD faculty member Pamela Vogel’s production of Wit is playing at The Match.
08
Sep
2019
www.broadwayworld.com
What’s happening in Houston galleries this weekopens in new window
The O’Kane’s current show “This Too, Shall Pass” by Mayuko Ono was listed in an article about museum showings in Houston.
05
Sep
2019
www.chron.com
UH-Downtown Is Offering More Bike Options For Students And Staffopens in new window
A story on UHD’s new BCycle stations appeared on Houston Public Media.
03
Sep
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Another mass shooting in Texas and the cry for gun control - What's Your Point?opens in new window
UHD political science professor Jacquie Baly appeared on a panel discussing political and judicial issues on Fox 26.
01
Sep
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Dr. Jamie Daigleopens in new window
Former UHD business professor Dr. Jaimie Daigle was profiled in Four States Living magazine.
01
Sep
2019
www.fourstatesliving.com
2019’s Best Labor Day Deals & Salesopens in new window
Marketing professor James Tracy Davis was featured in WalletHub's recent piece about the best Labor Day sales.
27
Aug
2019
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Court documents reveal origins of botched narcotics raid on Harding Streetopens in new window
Criminal justice professor Dr. Larry Karson was quoted in a Houston Chronicle about the HPD botched drug raid shooting.
24
Aug
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Ending racism is an act, not a hopeopens in new window
Dr. Vida Robertson, director of the Center for Critical Race Studies, was quoted in an op-ed in the Houston Chronicle.
20
Aug
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
CBE takes hold in Texasopens in new window
The transfer partnership between HCC and UHD was mentioned in an article about competency-based education programs.
20
Aug
2019
www.ccdaily.com
Students with disabilities graduate special UHD programopens in new window
An article about the UHD H.E.A.R.T. program’s graduation appeared in the Houston Chronicle.
19
Aug
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Famed Houston fashion show producer finds balance as flight attendantopens in new window
An article about UHD alumnus Lenny Matuszewski appeared in the Houston Chronicle.
17
Aug
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Gun Store Faces Backlash For Posting A “Back-To-School Sale, And Peak Energy Demand Leads To A Recent Emergency Alert : The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Week’s Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
16
Aug
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
9th Annual Houston Arts Partners Conference Sparks Creativity In Every Classroomopens in new window
The University of Houston-Downtown will host the Houston Arts Partners Conference in September 2019.
13
Aug
2019
www.broadwayworld.com
The photo went viral, Galveston police to change protocol for mounted arrests - What's Your Point?opens in new window
UHD political science professor Jacqueline Baly was part of a panel discussing political and judicial issues on Fox 26
11
Aug
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Think it's hot? Here's what life was like in Houston before air conditioningopens in new window
UHD history professor Gene Pruess was interviewed on KHOU11 about life in Houston before air conditioning.
09
Aug
2019
www.khou.com
'Allen the alligator' finds new perch at UH Downtown campusopens in new window
An article about the new gator statue and other campus improvements appeared in the Houston Chronicle.
09
Aug
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD professor’s textbook prepares social workers to address needs of immigrantsopens in new window
An article about UHD professor Dawn McCarty’s new book appeared in the Houston Chronicle.
08
Aug
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
ESPN 8 The Ocho: Golden Tee Championships recapopens in new window
UHD alumnus Mark Stenway won the 2019 Golden Tee World Championships in Las Vegas.
07
Aug
2019
cdn.espn.com
Galveston police chief apologizes for man cuffed and led with ropeopens in new window
Vida Robertson, director of UHD’s Center for Critical Race Studies, appeared on a panel on the Isiah Factor Uncensored show to discuss the Galveston police leading a man in handcuffs by a rope.
06
Aug
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Little Rock assistant chief: Mayor's question about firing was 'inappropriate for this process'opens in new window
UHD professor of criminal justice Kevin Buckler was quoted in an article about Little Rock, Arkansas’ mayor and a police involved shooting.
01
Aug
2019
www.nwaonline.com
HTown60: Program offers healthy food to UHD students in needopens in new window
KHOU’s Brandi Smith interviewed SGA president Shay Tatum and Student Activities Director Tremaine Kwasikpui about UHD’s Food for Change Market.
01
Aug
2019
www.khou.com
400 Years Ago, The First African Slaves Arrivedopens in new window
Director of the Center for Critical Race Studies Vida Robertson discussed the anniversary of the first African Slaves in America on Houston Matters.
01
Aug
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
History Professor Jonathan Chism Illuminates the Words of Dr. King in New Bookopens in new window
An article about Dr. Johnathon Chism and his new book on the writings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. appeared in the Los Angeles Sentinel.
01
Aug
2019
lasentinel.net
HACU Announces Fellows for Inaugural Academia de Liderazgo/Leadership Academyopens in new window
Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management and Registrar​ Daniel Villanueva was mentioned as a Fellow in the inaugural class of La Academia de Liderazgo of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities.
01
Aug
2019
www.einpresswire.com
University of Houston- Downtown professor's book offers alternative to contemporary race rhetoricopens in new window
UHD history professor Dr. Johnathon Chism discusses his new book on Fox 26.
25
Jul
2019
www.fox26houston.com
The Ion: The Place Where Venture Capitalists Will Come To Find Houston's Next Promising Startupopens in new window
UHD is mentioned in an article as one of the founding institutions of the Ion.
23
Jul
2019
www.bisnow.com
Expand Your Mind With These Classesopens in new window
Houstonia magazine mentioned Public Art Reprise: Treasures of the University of Houston–Downtown in an article about continuing education classes.
22
Jul
2019
www.houstoniamag.com
Texas colleges go big in offering student financial aidopens in new window
UHD student Carlos Casia was quoted in a Houston Chronicle story about the UHD’s Gator Pledge and other college’s tuition assistance programs.
22
Jul
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Lamar alums recall Apollo 11 handiworkopens in new window
UHD Associate Professor Edward Sheinberg was mentioned in an article about Apollo 11 for his work as a mechanical engineer on the mission.
22
Jul
2019
www.sfgate.com
What did we miss - What's Your Point's 200th episode celebrationopens in new window
UHD political science professor Jacqueline Baly was part of a panel discussing political and judicial issues on Fox 26
21
Jul
2019
www.fox26houston.com
More Extreme Heat Expected For Houston’s Future, And Attwater’s Prairie Chickens On The Rebound: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Nopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
19
Jul
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
ICT’s ‘Speed Interviews’ Connect Texas College Students with Insurance Prosopens in new window
UHD students were mentioned in an article about an insurance company hiring event.
17
Jul
2019
www.insurancejournal.com
Kevin Michaels selected as Top Attorney of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionalsopens in new window
UHD alumnus Kevin Michaels won an award from the IAOTP.
17
Jul
2019
www.dailytelescope.com
UHD’s food market provides free groceries weekly, letting students focus on studies instead of financial worriesopens in new window
The Houston Chronicle covered UHD’s Food For Change Market in an article.
14
Jul
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Federal $2B consent decree could hike Houston water rates next yearopens in new window
UHD alumna and former SGA president Armita Tajadod was quoted in a Houston Chronicle article about Houston’s planned $2 billion sewer system improvements.
09
Jul
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Formal groundbreaking set for Houston’s Ion innovation hubopens in new window
UHD was mentioned in an announcement of the Ion’s groundbreaking.
02
Jul
2019
communityimpact.com
Shay Tatum Makes History At University of Houston-Downtownopens in new window
SGA president Shay Tatum was profiled in a Diverse Education article.
02
Jul
2019
diverseeducation.com
Executive Assistant served six CEOs over 33 yearsopens in new window
UHD alumna Carol Prince’s retirement from Memorial Houston was covered in The Tribune.
02
Jul
2019
www.ourtribune.com
For These Young, Nontraditional College Students, Adulting Is A Requirementopens in new window
Alumna Diana Platas is profiled in a NPR article on nontraditional college students.
25
Jun
2019
www.npr.org
WIT Celebrates Anniversary At The MATCH In Septopens in new window
UHD theater students are mentioned as the cast of an upcoming performance.
25
Jun
2019
www.broadwayworld.com
David Temple faces new trial 12 years after wife’s brutal murderopens in new window
Associate professor Kevin Buckler was quoted in a story about David Temple’s retrial after 12 years.
24
Jun
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
College Station Police Department welcomes five new officersopens in new window
UHD alumnus Genaro Treviño Jr. is a new officer in the College Station Police Department.
23
Jun
2019
www.theeagle.com
High Fives: O'Connell signingopens in new window
High school senior Rey Santos committed to attending and playing baseball for UHD.
21
Jun
2019
www.galvnews.com
Think teens need the sex talk? Older adults may need it even moreopens in new window
UHD Associate Professor of Social Work, Heather Honoré Goltz co-wrote an article about sex and older adults.
20
Jun
2019
www.ksdk.com
18 colleges and universities that you can still apply to for the Fall 2019 termopens in new window
UHD is listed in an article on which schools still are open for fall applications.
20
Jun
2019
www.businessinsider.com
DA threatens to subpoena police for names of informants behind deadly Harding Street drug raidopens in new window
Criminal Justice professor Larry Karson was quoted in an article about the Harris County DA’s possible subpoena of HPD for records relating to the Harding Street drug raid that left two people dead.
20
Jun
2019
www.lmtonline.com
Cortni Hill Washington Launches Her Book "Red Flags: A Girl's Guide to Dating"opens in new window
UHD alumna Cortni Hill Washington's book was recently published.
19
Jun
2019
www.kuam.com
Reflecting On The Beaumont Race Riot Of 1943opens in new window
UHD history professor Dr. Gene Preuss discussed the Beaumont race riot on the Houston Matters podcast.
17
Jun
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
What’s your point?opens in new window
UHD political science professor Jacqueline Baly was part of a panel discussing political and judicial issues on Fox 26.
16
Jun
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Joint Primary Voting, And Legalizing Lemonade Stands: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
14
Jun
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
UHD named as one of ‘20 Best Online Programs for Adults Going Back to School’opens in new window
UHD’s ranking as one of the best online college programs for adults is featured in the Houston Chronicle.
14
Jun
2019
www.chron.com
Texas Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Ed to Meet at UHDopens in new window
President Muñoz is quoted in a story about the upcoming meeting of the Texas Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Ed at UHD.
13
Jun
2019
diverseeducation.com
Station Houston summer program targets future entrepreneursopens in new window
UHD is mentioned in a story about Station Houston’s program for young entrepreneurs.
10
Jun
2019
www.fortworthbusiness.com
Board Officers Elected and Three New Trustees Begin Terms at College of the Mainlandopens in new window
UHD alumna Dr. Verna Henson was mentioned in an article about College of the Mainland’s new trustees.
04
Jun
2019
thepostnewspaper.net
UH Downtown students create 1.5-ton rooster rendition of famous Vincent Van Gogh paintingopens in new window
UHD student Bobby Ramos and alumna Brenda Chapa’s tribute to Van Gogh was highlighted in a CW39 segment.
04
Jun
2019
cw39.com
UH Downtown elects first Black female Student Body presidentopens in new window
SGA president Shay Tatum was featured in an article in The Defender.
04
Jun
2019
defendernetwork.com
ESPN brings national esports championship to Houston, a ‘hotbed’ for gamingopens in new window
UHD’s eSports program was featured in a Houston Chronicle article.
07
May
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Battle over census citizenship question high stakes for Texas, Californiaopens in new window
Dr. David Branham offered insight on the proposed census question regarding citizenship.
05
May
2019
pressfrom.info
Deputy knocks 61-year-old man to ground outside IHOPopens in new window
Dr. Larry Karson was interviewed regarding a police incident involving a deputy knocking a man to the ground after encouraging the man to slap him.
04
May
2019
abc7chicago.com
Tips, what to know about getting into collegeopens in new window
UHD’s Gator Pledge was mentioned in a KPRC segment on “Tips, what to know about getting into college.”
03
May
2019
www.click2houston.com
Cougar Promise, Gator Pledge provide funds for low-income studentsopens in new window
UHD's Gator Pledge is featured in The Cougar.
10
Apr
2019
Cougar Promise, Gator Pledge provide funds for low-income students
UHD to offer workforce program for those with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesopens in new window
UHD's collaboration with H.E.A.R.T. was discussed on FOX26's "The Isiah Factor Uncensored."
10
Apr
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Houston Chronicle - Campus Chroniclesopens in new window
UHD is in the spotlight as the host of exhibition "Close to Home: Latinx Art & Identity."
09
Apr
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Close To Home: Exhibit Celebrates Latinx Identityopens in new window
In conjunction with the Latino Arts Now! conference, an exhibit at the University of Houston-Downtown showcases selected prints by Latinx artists from the collection of Ricardo and Harriet Romo, who are based in San Antonio.
02
Apr
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Oil Exports And College Admissions Scam: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly of The Newsopens in new window
UHD's Dr. David Branham weighs in on the good, bad, and ugly of the news with Houston Public Media.
25
Mar
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
University of Houston Downtown offering food scholarships to students who lack access to fresh foodsopens in new window
The University of Houston Downtown has partnered with the Houston Food Bank to offer scholarships to students who lack access.
15
Mar
2019
www.fox26houston.com
George Foreman's daughter, Freeda Foreman, dead at 42 by suicideopens in new window
Dr. Erlanger Turner shares thoughts on suicide predictors on FOX26's "The Isiah Factor Uncensored."
13
Mar
2019
www.fox26houston.com
Michelle Obama Crashed My Book Club And I Just About Diedopens in new window
UHD's Dr. Felicia Harris authored this article for the Huffington Post about her experience meeting former FLOTUS Michelle Obama.
09
Mar
2019
www.huffpost.com
Is the STAAR reading test too hard for students?opens in new window
Many teachers on social media are asking whether the STAAR test is too hard for kids after a popular article suggested many tests are between one to three grade levels too advanced.
04
Mar
2019
www.khou.com
University of Houston System exceeds $1 billion fundraising goal 18 months ahead of scheduleopens in new window
The University of Houston System’s fundraising campaign “Here, We Go” — created to enhance student and university success — has exceeded its $1 billion goal 18 months ahead of schedule and will continue to raise more under the tagline “Beyond the Billion.”
04
Mar
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Youth step teams carry on cultural traditions in Houstonopens in new window
Each stomp, each clap, each slap of Tamaj Quillens’ hand against her thigh had to be precise. If she moved even slightly off tempo from her fellow steppers, she could throw off the whole beat.
25
Feb
2019
www.houstonchronicle.com
Houston lawmaker seeks to curtail no-knock raidsopens in new window
The controversial use of no-knock raids could be curtailed under state legislation filed by Houston lawmaker Harold Dutton, just weeks after a deadly botched drug bust left a Pecan Park couple dead and five officers injured.
22
Feb
2019
www.apnews.com
A Year After Being Detained By ICE, Former Houston High School Student Forges His Futureopens in new window
About a year ago, Dennis Rivera was in his final semester at Austin High School, just east of downtown Houston. He was a quiet senior who got good grades and was captain of the soccer team.
14
Feb
2019
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Hispanic Chamber gala focuses on unity, educationopens in new window
The Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s eighth annual Latin Awards Gala on Thursday night provided food, dancing and the message of inclusivity combined with the importance of education.
11
Feb
2019
thefacts.com
HISD launches maritime education partnership with UHD, HCC and Port of Houstonopens in new window
The Houston Independent School District, the University of Houston-Downtown, Houston Community College, and the Port of Houston Authority joined forces Thursday to announce a new education partnership that prepares students for maritime careers.
05
Feb
2019
www.guidrynews.com
People diagnosed with cancer often don’t embrace the term 'survivor'opens in new window
"Cancer survivor” has become a catch-all phrase to refer to living individuals diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives.
04
Feb
2019
www.phillyvoice.com
Is my professor a Houston TV meteorologist?opens in new window
You watch KPRC meteorologist Justin Stapleton on channel 2, but before he jumps into your TV, he is a University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) science lecturer.
29
Jan
2019
mikemcguff.blogspot.com
Gardening events in the Houston areaopens in new window
Starting a Community or School Garden Workshop: Feb. 16 at UHD.
25
Jan
2019
www.mysanantonio.com
Admission Possible performs 'Give Me My Two Dollars'opens in new window
Admission Possible is a band formed by University of Houston - Downtown staff members.
22
Jan
2019
www.fox26houston.com
'Who Is You?'opens in new window
Pace's one-man show explores issues of identity in portraits
22
Jan
2019
www.texarkanagazette.com
Which Colleges Offer Prepaid Tuition Plans?opens in new window
If you are applying to college, then you may be wondering which schools allow students to pay tuition via a prepaid tuition plan.
11
Jan
2019
www.edmit.me
Texas judge rules 'Obamacare' unconstitutionalopens in new window
A federal judge's ruling that the Obama health law is unconstitutional has landed like a stink bomb among Republicans, who've seen the politics of health care flip as Americans increasingly value the overhaul's core parts, including protections for pre-existing medical conditions and Medicaid for more low-income people.
18
Dec
2018
www.fox26houston.com
HSI Computing Alliance graduates students at 10 times national rateopens in new window
The Computing Alliance for Hispanic-Serving Institutions has emerged as a significant pipeline of new recruits into computing graduate studies. According to the National Science Foundation (NSF), the consortium of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) graduates students at 10 times the national rate of Hispanic baccalaureates in computing.
07
Dec
2018
hispanicengineer.com
University of Houston-Downtown student wins $100,000 scholarship from Dr. Pepperopens in new window
Dr. Pepper celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Tuition Giveaway during the College Football Conference Championship weekend by awarding $1 million in tuition to students who competed at halftime during five marquee games.
04
Dec
2018
abc13.com
UHD With the Help of the Houston Food Bank Fights Food Insecurityopens in new window
One of 300 participants in the University of Houston-Downtown’s Food Scholarship program, Carlos Rodriguez is given $60 per credit hour to use in the Food For Change Market food pantry.
03
Dec
2018
www.houstonpress.com
UHD striving to make higher education affordable, accessible and achievableopens in new window
It’s appropriate that the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) sits at one of the most historic sites in the city (and state for that matter).
26
Nov
2018
www.bizjournals.com
Lone Star College…Where Students Start Close and Go Faropens in new window
I am proud to let you know that LSC was just named one of the “Great Colleges to Work For” by The Chronicle of Higher Education for the second year in a row.
21
Nov
2018
www.houstoniamag.com
University of Houston-Downtown Issues Digital Marketing RFPopens in new window
UHD is looking for a digital agency that is a certified Google Agency partner to manage both its organic search engine optimization (SEO) and pay-per-click (PPC) digital campaigns.
12
Nov
2018
everything-pr.com
Mass shootings now common and no one seems to know how to stop itopens in new window
With so many recent mass shootings, people are getting more experience reacting to these tragedies.
09
Nov
2018
www.khou.com
Getting Millennials To Voteopens in new window
A recent poll by NBC News and GenForward shows about 55 percent of millennials plan to vote in the upcoming midterm elections.
23
Oct
2018
www.fox26houston.com
Students To Weigh In On Plans For New Innovation Hubopens in new window
Rice has partnered with the University of Houston, the University of Houston Downtown, the University of St. Thomas, Texas Southern University, Houston Baptist University, San Jacinto College, Houston Community College, Lonestar College and the South Texas College of Law.
17
Oct
2018
www.ricethresher.org
UHD Students Creating Graphic Novels To Promote Social Changeopens in new window
Comic books, or graphic novels as they’re sometimes referred to, used to be considered distractions in the classroom.
09
Oct
2018
www.fox26houston.com
Police Pursuit Turns Deadly, Raises Questions About Chase Policiesopens in new window
When the Cadillac flew by, it caught the deputy’s attention. The driver was speeding down Interstate 45, so the deputy flipped on his lights to make a stop.
07
Oct
2018
www.houstonchronicle.com
UHD Professor Uses Comic Books to Make Learning Easieropens in new window
Dr. Krista Gehring created a series of comics for her classes, called CrimComics, which explore the foundations of criminology.
04
Oct
2018
www.khou.com
GRAMMY® Award-nominated Artist Marsha Ambrosius Guest Speaker for 2018 MPAC Film Festival!opens in new window
The MPAC Film Festival is pleased to announce the participation and addition of Grammy Award-nominated artist Marsha Ambrosius to its fall 2018 lineup.
26
Sep
2018
www.crossroadstoday.com
College Leaders Promote Political Involvement For Young Votersopens in new window
In Texas, 18 to 24-year-olds have the worst voter turnout of any age group.
17
Sep
2018
patch.com
Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure, Industry and Smart Citiesopens in new window
Mention cybersecurity, and people think of Russia tampering with U.S. elections or attempts to sabotage the electric grid.
07
Sep
2018
www.uh.edu
Art Daybook: Raheleh Filsoofi’s ‘Inh(a/i)bited Space’opens in new window
The elegantly simple, handmade clay vessels atop a table in Raheleh Filsoofi’s first Houston exhibition hold more than can meet even the most inquisitive eyes.
29
Aug
2018
www.houstonchronicle.com
CITGO Innovation Scholars Program--Deadline is Sept. 28opens in new window
CITGO Petroleum Corporation has established a scholarship program to assist students who plan to continue their education in college.
The application opens on August 15, 2018 and will close at noon on Friday, September 28.
27
Aug
2018
www.southwestmanagementdistrict.org
Does the U.S. military need a Space Force?opens in new window
University of Houston-Downtown associate professor Alexander Bielakowski discusses the potential Space Force with Isiah Carey.
18
Aug
2018
www.fox26houston.com
Hurricane Harvey Reveals The Value of Social Media and 5 Other Lessonsopens in new window
The most important tools for emergency communication may not be what you think.
17
Aug
2018
www.campussafetymagazine.com
College expands transfer partnership with UH-Downtownopens in new window
Representatives from San Jacinto College and University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) signed an articulation agreement.
17
Aug
2018
www.guidrynews.com
Houston BCycle Program Expanding at Medical Center and Universitiesopens in new window
Houston’s bike share system, Houston BCycle, will grow to 128 stations over the next two years.
15
Aug
2018
www.houstontx.gov
Modern Misogyny: Sexual Harassment Still an Issue in the Workplaceopens in new window
Houston Public Media's "Houston Matters"
09
Aug
2018
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
Why does University of Houston-Downtown have an alligator as a mascot and not a cougar?opens in new window
Houston Chronicle
07
Aug
2018
www.chron.com
UH-Downtown launching Saturday degree programsopens in new window
Houston Chronicle
07
Aug
2018
www.chron.com
UHD Students Support Houston Police as Translatorsopens in new window
Diverse Issues in Higher Education
02
Aug
2018
diverseeducation.com
Do we all have PTSD?: Mental health in an age of racial terror - theGrioopens in new window
27
Mar
2018
news.africanplanet.org
How Could Mayor’s New Commission to End Gun Violence Be Most Effective?opens in new window
26
Mar
2018
www.houstonpublicmedia.org
What to Do If Your Child Expresses Suicidal Thoughtsopens in new window
21
Mar
2018
www.cetusnews.com
