In recent headlines:

The Chronicle of Higher Education: Michael A. Olivas, interim president of UHD, is quoted in an article regarding the impact of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia's death on the outcome of a case affecting higher education, Fisher v. United States, and the future of affirmative action.

Latino Justice: A legal workshop on "State Occupational and Professional Licensing, Employment and Immigration Status" featured a presentation by President Olivas.

Houston Chronicle: Larry Karson, assistant professor of criminal justice, is quoted in an article about a former McAllen police officer who in federal court was found not guilty of smuggling two women from Mexico to Texas.

Houston Chronicle: Karson is quoted in an article focusing on the Harris County Sheriff's Office and how it has responded to the recent death of Deputy Darren Goforth.

The Chronicle of Higher Education: The appointment of President Olivas is noted in the publication's appointments list.