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Food Services' News, Sept. 2-5

August 29, 2025

Fall Semester Food Frenzy at the UHD Food Court! Get ready for an exciting Fall semester at the UHD Food Court, featuring increased variety and a host of new dining options to tantalize your taste buds. Gator Bite Café Gets a Glow-up Prepare for a...

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Faculty Focus: Dr. Qiang Li

August 29, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

Dr. Qiang Li secured a grant from the EPA to educate underserved Houston communities on environmental wellness.

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UHD Enhances Student, Employee Safety with SafeZone App

August 29, 2025

UHD has partnered with the SafeZone app to ensure every member of the campus community has quick and efficient access to emergency services, right on their smartphone or wearable device.

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Alumni Spotlight: CHSS Alum Abraham Leija

August 28, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

English alum Abraham Leija's academic quest led to a prestigious MFAH internship and a clear career path.

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Turning Heartbreak Into Purpose: The Young Widowhood Project

August 28, 2025 | By Natalia Ruiz

When loss comes too soon, it doesn’t just take away a loved one. It shatters plans, routines, and the very sense of what life was supposed to look like. Young widows face the task of rebuilding while carrying a heavy emotional weight.  In 2020 Dr....

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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

August 26, 2025 | By Hayden Bergman

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. UHD is dedicated to raising awareness of those lost and impacted by suicide, and to suicide prevention. Learn how you can help a Gator student, alumnus, staff, or faculty member to address this public health problem.

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Family Matters: CST Welcomes New Gators and Their Loved Ones for Annual Family Night

August 22, 2025

CST Family Night strengthens student success by uniting new majors and their families with faculty and alumni.

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Food Services' News, Aug 25-29

August 21, 2025

Fall Semester Food Frenzy at the UHD Food Court! Get ready for an exciting Fall semester at the UHD Food Court, featuring increased variety and a host of new dining options to tantalize your taste buds. Gator Bite Café Gets a Glow-up Prepare for a...

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UHD Students Reach for the Stars During NASA Career Trip

August 20, 2025 | By Felicity Tutu

In an effort to connect students with real-world career paths, UHD’s Gator Success Institute (GSI) recently hosted a career exploration trip to NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Supported by the Transfer Academy for Student Success (TASS) grant, the...

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UHD Brings Career Support Into the Heart of Every College

August 19, 2025 | By Felicity Tutu

Starting this fall, UHD students won’t have to go far for career advice. The Center for Career and Professional Development is moving into the heart of each of the university’s four colleges, making career support a natural part of daily campus...