UHD News
Food Services' News, June 17-21
Check out the latest deals, eats, and treats available at UHD's various dining locations. Also included: GatorCash discounts, a few upcoming closures to keep in mind, and, as always, a reminder of the food court's hours.
Welcome New Employees June 17
Give a big Gator welcome to the newest members of the UHD community! Say hello and make them feel welcome here on campus when you see them!
Grad Student of the Month
A recent graduate of UHD's nascent Master of Arts in Strategic Communications (MASC) program, Alexis Mondragon is as enlightened as he is educated, a charismatic 33-year-old who speaks with the conviction of someone who is certain he will accomplish much, even if he isn't quite sure what that might be just yet. Read his profile and learn more about the MASC program.
Pride Month
June is Pride Month, which means we're taking a moment to celebrate all the Gators we love, as well as share a few choice events going on here on campus, Downtown, and beyond!
It's Hurricane Season: Be Prepared!
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Weather Service forecasters predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year. NOAA's outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal season with a range of four to seven major hurricanes (winds of 111 mph or higher). Forecasters have a 70% confidence in these ranges.
Food Services' News, June 10-14
Great news! The UHD food court is open again, as is the campus Starbucks. Also, GatorCash is now accepted at all UHD snack and food vending machines, as well as the Coca-Cola vending machines.
City Council District H's Paid Horizons Internship Program
The District H Horizons Internship Program, led by City Council Member Mario Castillo, is an opportunity designed to cultivate the next generation of public leaders. It offers hands-on experience in local government and community service organizations, focusing on empowering students from diverse backgrounds, especially those with experience in the LGBTQ+ and minority communities.
Juneteenth Comes Early to UHD
Juneteenth celebrations will begin a day early at UHD when KHOU 11 premieres its documentary "Juneteenth 1865-2024: A Legacy of Song" at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, in the TDECU Tour Room of the Welcome Center.
Wellness & Success Centers Wins Another Honor
The WSC was honored with the 2024 Outstanding Facilities Award, one of only six universities to receive the distinction.
Organic Chemistry Students Taught by Dr. Vishakha Shembekar Present Findings
Recently, a group of Gators presented their findings just that subject to a group of local high school students, all of whom were shocked by the effects, yes, but also excited about the underlying chemistry the UHD students had employed to research them. The presenters were all taking part in a Service-Learning project as part of an Organic Chemistry course taught by Dr. Vishakha Shembekar, a Lecturer in the Natural Sciences Department in the College of Sciences & Technology.