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President Blanchard and members of the Downtown Redevelopment Authority cut the ceremonial ribbon at UHD's new offices at 1801 Main

Mardi Gras Meets Main Street at UHD@1801 Main Ribbon Cutting

March 14, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

UHD celebrated its expansion with a Mardi Gras-themed ribbon-cutting. The location enhances downtown access for students and alumni, solidifying UHD's role as a vital urban anchor.

University of Houston-Downtown's Marilyn Davies College of Business in Downtown Houston

MDCOB Hosts MBA Admissions Week 2025

March 11, 2025 | By Kay Medina

Mark your calendars for Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB) MBA Admissions Week from March 24-27.

Dr. Odewale in front of the lecture series attendees. She is speaking.

Dr. Odewale Took Her Audience on a Journey to the West and Back in an Hour

March 5, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

If you missed “Searching for Black Ancestors in the American West” on Feb. 18, you should consider watching the recording. Even if you were there, this is one President’s Lecture you probably want to revisit!

University of Houston-Downtown staff, faculty, students, and alumni stand and smile in the rotunda of the Texas Capitol at UHD Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025.

UHD Day at the Capitol

March 3, 2025

UHD Day at the Capitol was one for the books. On Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, more than 160 Gators made the journey from the Bayou City to Austin for the sole purpose of advocating for the university's initiatives. Senator Borris Miles and Texas State...

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Women's History Month, Gator Style

February 28, 2025

UHD and the vitalvoices speaker series are proud to host Dr. Bernadette Pruitt, Associate Professor of History, during Women's History Month.

Bobby and Brenda Ramos pose for a photo in front of their mural.

New Mural at CHSS Celebrates Gators Past, Present, and Future

February 28, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

Last November, Gator alumni and married couple Bobby and Brenda Ramos, owners of Ramos Renditions, unveiled the product of their months-long labor: a mural on the tenth floor of the One Main Building.

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Floyd Newsum: House of Grace

February 28, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

The new exhibition “Floyd Newsum: House of Grace,” currently at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens in Memphis, Tennessee, features his works created between 2002-2024, ranging from large paintings on paper to maquettes of his public sculptures.

Anthony Sutton leans forward and writes in a notebook.

A Multi-Genre Writing Exploration with Anthony Sutton

February 27, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

Explore and refine your writing craft with poet Anthony Sutton. Join his multi-genre workshop March 6, followed by a poetry reading.

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Want a Pint and a Taco? Volunteer at the St. Arnold ArtCar IPA 5K!

February 24, 2025

UHD & Saint Arnold are teaming up again for the Art Car IPA 5K! Volunteers are needed April 2-6 for packet pickup and race day duties. Students, you can earn volunteer credit.

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Food Services' News, February 24-28

February 21, 2025

Hey, Gators! February food specials like Fish Po’ Boy and Fries or the Dill Pickle Pizza are here!