Student Success and Student Life

Welcome to Gator Nation!  Whether you are embarking on your freshman year, joining us as a transfer student, or returning for another academic term, we are excited to have you at the University of Houston-Downtown. We, in the Division of Student Success and Student Life (3SL), seek to create a comprehensive and seamless experience for you from pre-college programs through graduation, and into your future. The 3SL team is a diverse community of professionals dispersed across offices and centers across campus.  We work with our campus and community partners to create a vibrant culture of collaboration, cooperation, and communication that nurtures talent, develops future leaders, and drives socioeconomic mobility.

We, in partnership with our academic colleges and services, are dedicated to facilitating an exceptional “Gator Experience” for you. We offer a wide range of resources and services, both remotely and in person, and we encourage you to utilize our services when needed. We encourage you to get involved in the UHD community. Active participation on campus is pivotal to enhancing your time at UHD. It introduces you to campus life and UHD's culture, spirit, and traditions. We are here to assist you in getting involved and our staff in Student Leadership and Involvement and the Center for Student Advocacy and Community are excited to assist you in finding ways for you to connect on campus whether that includes joining one of our 200+ student organizations or attending one of the many events hosted weekly on and around campus. 

The 3SL team is also here to support you as you navigate your academic and college journey at UHD.  The support you receive on campus is crucial to your overall success. We encourage you to take full advantage of our programs and services offered through our departments dedicated to your success, especially from our teams in the Gator Success Institute, Academic Success Center, and Accessible Education Services.  3SL is committed to supporting both your academic and personal endeavors.

Your health and well-being are top priorities. Whether you require physical, mental, or spiritual support, we are here to assist you. We have several departments including Sports and Fitness, Basic Needs Center, Counseling Services, and Student Health Center ready to meet you wherever you are and connect you to the appropriate programs and services.

We encourage you to explore the campus, familiarize yourself with the University of Houston-Downtown, and discover the various programs, events, services, and facilities we provide. Our years at UHD will be some of the most fulfilling of your life, and we are here to contribute to that fulfillment. Please do not hesitate to reach out and share how we can assist you on this remarkable journey.

Go Gators,

Dr. Dan

Daniel M. Maxwell, Ed.D.
Interim Vice President
Division of Student Success and Student Life (3SL)