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Dr. timothy Redl, University of Houston-Downtown professor of mathmatics and chair for department of mathmatics and statistics, stands aside a research poster. University alum and Redl's mentee Timothy Duong points to their presentation poster for their senior research project on AP statistics analysis for college admission

Impactful Teaching, Impact Learning: How One Student Changed Admissions Policy

May 21, 2025 | By Marie Jacinto

Recent UHD graduate Thomas Duong’s success is a testament to perseverance, the UHD faculty’s impact on student outcomes, and how one research project can make a big difference.  A native of Vietnam, Duong attended Houston Community College before...

Chief Diaz poses for a photo in a formal police uniform. The american flag is behind him.

From Harlingen to Houston, Chief J. Noe Diaz Walked a Challenging Path

February 14, 2025 | By Kay Medina

Discover the inspiring journey of UHD alum and Houston Police Chief J. Noe Diaz, Jr., from a small-town boy to leading Texas' largest law enforcement agency.

Andy Berrios sits for a photo portrait. He is wearing a graduation cap and gown.

Student Spotlight: Andy Berrios

January 24, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

Andy Berrios persevered and is now a data scientist at Kellogg's. While an undergrad, he embraced campus life and professional development opportunities.

Patrick Caballero wears a blue shirt and sits in a brown chair.

Patrick Caballero Is Defying the Odds

January 17, 2025 | By Debra McGaughey

A recent graduate with Huntington's Disease, Caballero overcame significant physical challenges to achieve academic success and pursue his dreams of a Master's degree.

Constable Alan Rosen

Alumni Spotlight: Meet Constable Alan Rosen

December 12, 2024

Welcome to our series on alums from UHD's College of Public Service's Criminal Justice program who have had a significant impact on the Houston community and beyond. When Constable Alan Rosen, Harris County Precinct 1, graduated from UHD’s Police...

UHD alum, a bald man in a holiday sweater with Santa on it (Santa is waving) celebrates winning a prize.

Join Us for Alumni Jingle Mingle

December 5, 2024 | By Ruth Okoronkwo

As the holiday season approaches, UHD invites you to the Jingle Mingle Ugly Sweater Party on Dec. 19! This festive event brings the alumni community together to celebrate the season, reconnect with friends, and make new connections. Held in the...

Lucia Romo poses in the main hallway at UHD Northwest campus

A Dream Realized: Mother of Five Takes on the Classroom

November 22, 2024 | By Marie Jacinto

Lucia Romo is the President of the Be a Teacher Club and Associate Dean of Community Engagement of DAIR to Teach. The best part? She graduates in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Education for Early Childhood through Grade Six with Bilingual Supplement.