 Today and coming up at UHD..... Second Street pedestrian walkway is closed to facilitate the north building roof replacement. The original film version (1934) of "Imitation of Life" will end the Black History Month film series with a screening from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, in room N-1099, One Main Building.
UHD Sports and Fitness is sponsoring the workshop, "How Flexible Are You?" from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, in room N-420, One Main Building.
The UHD Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid invites students seeking financial assistance to the annual Financial Aid Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, in room A-300, the Special Event Center, Academic Building.
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Vincent Tinto's presentation rescheduled for Friday, Feb. 25
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The presentation by Vincent Tinto, nationally-known professor from Syracuse University, has been rescheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 25.
Tinto was originally scheduled to speak Feb. 4, but his appearance was canceled due to winter storm conditions. He will present "Promoting Engagement and Retention in an Urban Campus" at 10 a.m. in the Wilhelmina Cullen Robertson Auditorium, third floor, Academic Building.
Tinto developed his presentation specifically for UHD, using enrollment and retention data and other information UHD provided. An informal session with time for questions will occur at 1 p.m. in the Special Events Rooms, third floor, Academic Building, and will focus on linking student success initiatives to strategic planning. Both events are open to the University community.
Tinto has written extensively on student success in higher education and the positive impact that institutions have experienced with learning communities. His visit will build on work UHD has already done through its Quality Enhancement Program and Achieving the Dream initiatives.
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Second Street walkway between One Main Building and Faculty/Staff Garage is closed
The University of Houston-Downtown's Facilities Management Department will close access to the Second Street pedestrian walkway between the One Main Building and the Faculty/Staff Parking Garage to facilitate the replacement of the north building roof. Chris McCall, assistant vice president for Facilities Management, said the closure is effective immediately and will last through the project's completion, slated for the end of May. The stairs and elevators on the west side of One Main will still be operational but will only grant users access to the Visitor's Parking Lot or the Faculty/Staff Parking Garage. The first floor of this elevator (or stair) lobby discharges only into the Faculty/Staff and Visitors' Parking Lot. There is no access to Girard Street from this elevator (or stair) lobby. Facilities will post signs and directions adjacent to the affected area. Back to Top |
Financial Aid Fair 'UHD Gator-Aid Bowl' helps students through aid application process
The UHD Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid invites students seeking financial assistance for the 2011-2012 academic year to attend the annual Financial Aid Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, in room A-300, the Special Event Center, Academic Building.
Each February the office hosts the fair to raise financial aid awareness and assist students in the application process. Designated computer stations will enable interested students to complete the FAFSA for the 2011-2012 academic year. Office staff members suggest students come to the fair with a copy of their 2010 W-2 forms and tax returns, their parents' and spouses' 2010 W-2 forms and their FAFSA PIN numbers to facilitate the application process.
This year's fair theme is "UHD Gator-Aid Bowl" and the fair features sports-themed games based on financial aid trivia with prizes and food available for students. A flier is available here. Students who don't have PIN numbers can log onto www.pin.ed.gov to apply for one before the fair.
For more information, contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at 713-221-8041.
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'Imitation of Life' will be screened Feb. 22 as part of Black History Month activities
Several events and activities are under way in recognition of Black History Month including a film festival.
The original film version (1934) of "Imitation of Life" will end the series Feb. 22 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in room N-1099, One Main Building. Paired faculty and student hosts will introduce the film, provide context and highlight some of the more significant aspects of the film. Audience members are encouraged to raise questions and discuss the film with the panelists and each other.
The film series has included Marlon Riggs's important "Ethnic Notions," Spike Lee's 2000 feature film, "Bamboozled" and Chris Rock's recent documentary, "Good Hair."
For more information, contact Melinda Kanner, Interim Assistant Vice President, Academic Affairs, at 713-221-8424.
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Spring Hispanic Film Series has Oscar theme; next showing is Monday
The next screening in the Spring 2011 Hispanic Film Series will be of "El Norte" at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 21, in room B-221, Shea Street Building.
This semester's theme is Oscar. All the films (but one) were either nominated for or won an Academy Award. Directors include Gutiérrez Iñárritu and Pedro Almodóvar. Films include "La historia oficial" and "El secreto de sus ojos." Actors include stars like Penelope Cruz and Gael García Bernal. ¡Vengan a ver! All films are in Spanish with English subtitles, unless otherwise noted. The films will be shown on Mondays and Thursdays. A flier is available here.
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Sports and Fitness sponsors the workshop, 'How Flexible Are You,' on Feb. 23
UHD Sports and Fitness is sponsoring the workshop, "How Flexible Are You?" from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, in room N-420, One Main Building. The workshop is free and open to UHD students, faculty and staff. Most people lose flexibility as they age, but it is possible to keep muscles and joints working through their full range of motion. A way to do that is to add flexibility exercises or stretches into a person's daily routine. Workshop participants will be shown stretching methods that people can do almost anywhere. Healthy snacks will be served. To reserve a spot, please register here. A flier is available here. Back to Top |
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Board of Regents approves UHD's MBA; proposal moves to state for consideration
The UH System Board of Regents approved UHD's MBA proposal Wednesday, Feb. 16, and the plan now moves to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for final review.
"This has been a dream for the College of Business and the University for many years," said UHD President Bill Flores. "Our proposal would increase the number of area students who pursue an MBA and would help the UH System meet Houston's need for professionals with graduate degrees in business."
UHD's College of Business Dean Don Bates said the degree is flexible and will help Houston meet the Greater Houston Partnership's goal of "helping create an additional 600,000 jobs in the next 10 years." To read more...
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CMS Colloquium topic on Feb. 24: 'Stability Boundaries of Thermo-Mechanically Coupled Thin Curved Structures'
The next Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences Department Colloquium features Ilinca Stanciulescu, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rice University, who will discuss "Stability Boundaries of Thermo-Mechanically Coupled Thin Curved Structures" at 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24, in room A-628, Academic Building. The presentation description is: "A nonlinear finite element formulation appropriate for the analysis of systems under combined mechanical and thermal loads is presented and used for the study of the dynamic snap-through of thin curved structures. We determine a non-trivial (non-flat) configuration of a curved beam at a lowered critical temperature value below which the beam will no longer experience snap-through under any magnitude of applied quasi-static point loads. We argue that such a limit can be obtained for a variety of static loads and that it also reduces the amplitude of the oscillations when loads are applied at dynamic rates. "We also analyze the performance of the numerical formulations in simulating the problem of a curved beam undergoing snap-through by identifying the important features that affect the numerical accuracy and robustness. In particular, we examine the interaction between the two most important components of the finite element analysis applied to the structural dynamics problem: (1) the time-stepping scheme, and (2) the finite element formulations used to spatially discretize the structure."
For information, contact Steve London, professor of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, at 713-221-8122 or email londons@uhd.edu. Back to Top |
Last meeting for drama trip to Las Vegas is Feb. 27
The final meeting for this year's drama trip to Las Vegas will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, at in the O'Kane Theatre, room N-364, One Main Building.
People interested in going on the trip can sign up at that time. If individuals have made a deposit, full payment is due at the meeting.
The trip includes two tickets to Vegas shows; a day-long buffet pass for four days; three backstage tours of Las Vegas theatres; a visit to "old" Las Vegas; a tour of the yet-to-open Las Vegas Civic Theatre and more.
A detailed cost sheet of the trip is available at this link, http://www.uhd.edu/academic/colleges/humanities/arts_humanities/drama/trip/index.htm or contact Tom Lyttle, professor of Arts and Humanities, in room S-1057, One Main Building, or call 713-221-8118. The trip is open to UHD students, faculty and staff and any of their friends and family.
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 | | Walmart executive Jim Aller talks to students as part of the College of Business Executive Speakers Series. |
Walmart Human Resources executive Jim Aller talks to College of Business students
The Executive Speaker Series at the College of Business featured Jim Aller, senior human resources director for Walmart, Inc., Thursday, Feb. 17, at the Shea Street Building. Aller discussed his background in retailing, human resources and Walmart along with career opportunities for students. In his position as senior director of human resources at Walmart, his responsibilities include HR strategy for approximately 130,000 Walmart employees in Texas. He oversees execution of organizational design and HR strategy in such areas as talent management, legal compliance and employee engagement. He is a key player in setting business strategy and customer service standards.  | | Madeline Johnson, professor of Marketing, and College of Business Dean Don Bates talk with Walmart executive Jim Aller before his presentation to students Thursday. |
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UHD Club Powerlifters win national title
 | | UHD hosted the National Collegiate Bench Press and Deadlift Championships and UHD's Club Team repeated as national team champions. |
UHD's Powerlifting Club Team defeated teams from Texas Southern University, University of North Texas, Palo Alto College, University of Texas-Pan American and University of Houston to win its fourth in a row National Collegiate Bench Press and Deadlift Championship Feb. 12.
UHD hosted the tournament. UHD team results are:
Bench Press:
Petra Villegas, 114 weight class, 55 lbs., First Place
Linda Okoro, 165 weight class, 192.7, First Place - National Collegiate Record
Sasha Martinez, 198+ weight class, 281.0, First Place - National Collegiate Record, Best Lifter Award for Women's Bench Press
Jesus Sanchez, 114 weight class, 225.7, First Place
Raymond Rodriguez, 123 weight class, 159.7, Second Place
Antonio Moreno, 132 weight class, 243.6, First Place - Mexican Junior National Record
Luizarthur Nen, 148 weight class, 226.8, First Place - Brazilian Junior National Record
Ilian Rojas, 165 weight class, 330.5, Second Place
Carlos Mata, 181 weight class, 403.3, First Place - National Collegiate Record, Best Lifter Award for Lightweight Men's Bench Press, Overall Best Lifter Award Bench Press
Gerardo Ruiz, 198 weight class, 358, Second Place
Dimas Lopez, 198 weight class, 347, Third Place
Waldo Villarreal, 220 weight class, 341.5, Second Place
Jaime Villa, 242 weight class, 402.2, First Place
Blake Cedillo, 259 weight class, 341, Second Place
Serigne Sarr, Super Heavy Weight, 264.5, First Place
Deadlift:
Petra Villegas, 114 weight class, 143.2, First Place
Linda Okoro, 165 weight class, 479.5, First Place - Junior World Record, Best Lifter Women's Deadlift
Sasha Martinez, 198+ weight class, 403.3, First Place - National Collegiate Record
Jesus Sanchez, 114 weight class, 360.2, First Place - Junior World Record
Raymond Rodriguez, 123 weight class, 248, Second Place
Antonio Moreno, 132 weight class, 441.6, First Place - National Collegiate Record, Best Lifter Award Light Men's Deadlift, Best Lifter Award Overall Men's Deadlift
Luizarthur Nen, 148 weight class, 314, First Place
Ilian Rojas, 165 weight class, 407.7, Third Place
Carlos Mata, 181 weight class, 518, First Place
Gerardo Ruiz, 198 wt class, 501.5, Second Place
Dimas Lopez, 198 weight class, 402.2, Fourth Place
Stephen Trieu, 220 weight class, 468.2, Fourth Place
Jaime Villa, 242 weight class, 440.7, Second Place
Blake Cedillo, 258 weight class, 451.7, First Place
Serigne Sarr, Super Heavy Weight, 479.5, First Place
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 | | Artist Ted Ellis jokes with the audience during his art demonstration. |
Student Activities and Events hosts
African-American artist's demonstration
African-American Artist Ted Ellis presented an art demonstration Thursday, Feb. 17, near the John Biggers mural in the Academic Building. Ellis is a former chemist and his presentation was part motivational talk, part art lesson and part promotion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. The New Orleans native has worked as a chemist for major companies and since becoming a full-time artist, he has commissioned artwork throughout the country including pieces at major corporations. His appearance was sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and Events as part of UHD's Black History Month activities. Back to Top |
 | | Student Government Association President Ali Abedi, right, moderates the SGA Town Hall meeting. |
Town Hall Meeting focuses on policies
The University of Houston-Downtown's Student Government Association hosted a Town Hall Meeting Thursday, Feb. 17, in the Cullen Robertson Auditorium. SGA President Ali Abedi said the SGA's goal was to give students an opportunity to communicate their concerns and ask questions about admissions and academic policies. The panel answering questions included representatives from the colleges as well as Interim Provost Michael Dressman, Vice President Ed Apodaca and Faculty Senate President Phil Lyons. The event was broadcast live via the internet. Back to Top |
Pep Rally and Spring Health Fair offer activities for students
 | | A pep rally featured UHD's Cheerleaders, club teams and a special performance by the Stephen F. Austin High School drumline. |
 | | The Spring Health Fair drew a number of information tables and demonstration booths including the UHD Police Department's 'Drunk Walk' that simulates the effects of alcohol on simple tasks like walking. |
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The Financial Management Association will host an investment specialist March 2
The Financial Management Association - UHD chapter will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, in room B-112, Shea Street Building. Yuriy Royzman, first vice president, investments, at UBS Financial Services Inc., will be the guest speaker. He has been in the financial services industry for more than 15 years. Before joining UBS in 2010, he worked at Smith Barney for four years and Wachovia Securities for 11 years. Royzman emphasizes asset allocation and total portfolio management with a focus on retirement income planning. He also deals with education funding, structures for charitable giving and estate planning. For additional information about FMA-UHD chapter, contact the faculty advisors Ohaness Paskelian, assistant professor, at paskeliano@uhd.edu, or Rahul Verma, associate professor, at vermar@uhd.edu or the chapter president , Justin Meyer, at fmauhd@gmail.com. Back to Top
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IT training for Faculty/Staff/Alumni
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