¡Bienvenido a nuestra nueva biblioteca electrónica!
¡Bienvenido a nuestra nueva biblioteca electrónica!
The UHD Bilingual E-Library proudly hosted its inaugural Gala, Celebrando Nuestras Raíces Hispanas, a vibrant evening celebrating the power of education, the richness of Hispanic heritage, and the strength of community. With inspiring speakers, touching family stories, and lively cultural performances, the event highlighted the transformative impact of the UHD Bilingual E-Library on families across Houston and beyond.
The evening opened with Dr. Julio Cesar Canedo Soto, Associate Professor of Management at UHD and the Gala’s Master of Ceremonies. Dr. Canedo began by showcasing the UHD Bilingual E-Library website, emphasizing its role as a vital resource for families. He explained how the library:
With the website displayed on the screen, attendees saw firsthand how this innovative platform connects families to resources that inspire learning and growth.
Dr. Canedo extended heartfelt recognition to the many individuals and organizations who make the UHD Bilingual E-Library possible. VIPs included UHD faculty, staff, and administrators, Aldine ISD leaders, and community members. Special acknowledgment was given to families from Black Elementary and Bussey Elementary, who contributed their original stories to the library’s collection:
These stories, beautifully illustrated by Nereida Gonzaga and Tamsin Ward, showcased the creativity and dedication of participating families.
Throughout the night, distinguished speakers shared their insights on the importance of education, community, and collaboration:
The evening reached its emotional peak as families shared their experiences with the Bilingual E-Library:
These stories brought the Gala’s mission to life, demonstrating the library’s transformative impact on families.
A highlight of the Gala was the performance by Mariachi de Acero from Aldine ISD, whose music energized the room and paid tribute to the rich traditions of Hispanic culture. The band’s rendition of Las Mañanitas added a personal touch, celebrating the birthdays of two young attendees.
The evening concluded with a lively dance to Marc Anthony’s La Gozadera, led by families from five participating schools. This joyful celebration of heritage brought the event to a rousing close.
The Celebrando Nuestras Raíces Hispanas Gala was more than an evening of celebration—it was a powerful reminder of the impact of education and culture in uniting and uplifting communities. The UHD Bilingual E-Library remains steadfast in its mission to provide resources that empower families, nurture literacy, and bridge gaps in technology and education.
This unforgettable night showcased the profound difference that collaboration, creativity, and commitment can make. The UHD Bilingual E-Library looks forward to continuing its work in building brighter futures for families in Houston and beyond.
La Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD organizó con orgullo su gala inaugural, Celebrando Nuestras Raíces Hispanas, una vibrante velada que celebró el poder de la educación, la riqueza de la herencia hispana y la fortaleza de la comunidad. Con discursos inspiradores, conmovedoras historias familiares y actuaciones culturales animadas, el evento destacó el impacto transformador de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD en las familias de Houston y más allá.
La velada comenzó con el Dr. Julio César Canedo Soto, Profesor Asociado de Administración en UHD y Maestro de Ceremonias de la gala. El Dr. Canedo inició mostrando el sitio web de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD, destacando su papel como un recurso vital para las familias. Explicó cómo la biblioteca:
Con el sitio web en pantalla, los asistentes pudieron ver de primera mano cómo esta innovadora plataforma conecta a las familias con recursos que inspiran el aprendizaje y el crecimiento.
El Dr. Canedo expresó su reconocimiento a las muchas personas y organizaciones que hacen posible la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD. Entre los invitados destacados se encontraban profesores, personal y administradores de UHD, líderes de Aldine ISD y miembros de la comunidad. Un reconocimiento especial fue otorgado a las familias de las escuelas Black Elementary y Bussey Elementary, quienes contribuyeron con sus historias originales a la colección de la biblioteca:
Estas historias, bellamente ilustradas por Nereida Gonzaga y Tamsin Ward, mostraron la creatividad y dedicación de las familias participantes.
A lo largo de la noche, destacados oradores compartieron sus reflexiones sobre la importancia de la educación, la comunidad y la colaboración:
La noche alcanzó su punto culminante emocional cuando las familias compartieron sus experiencias con la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe:
Estas historias trajeron a la vida la misión de la gala, demostrando el impacto transformador de la biblioteca en las familias.
Un momento destacado de la gala fue la actuación de Mariachi de Acero de Aldine ISD, cuya música energizó la sala y rindió homenaje a las ricas tradiciones de la cultura hispana. La interpretación de Las Mañanitas añadió un toque personal al celebrar los cumpleaños de dos jóvenes asistentes.
La velada concluyó con un animado baile al ritmo de La Gozadera de Marc Anthony, liderado por familias de cinco escuelas participantes. Esta alegre celebración de la herencia cerró el evento con entusiasmo.
La gala Celebrando Nuestras Raíces Hispanas fue más que una celebración; fue un poderoso recordatorio del impacto de la educación y la cultura en la unión y el empoderamiento de las comunidades. La Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD sigue comprometida con su misión de proporcionar recursos que empoderen a las familias, fomenten la alfabetización y superen brechas en tecnología y educación.
Esta noche inolvidable demostró la profunda diferencia que pueden hacer la colaboración, la creatividad y el compromiso. La Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD espera con entusiasmo continuar su labor de construir futuros más brillantes para las familias en Houston y más allá.
En la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD, nuestra misión va más allá de proporcionar acceso a recursos digitales; se trata de empoderar a las familias con las habilidades y herramientas que necesitan para prosperar en un mundo digital. En las últimas semanas, nuestro equipo ha llevado esta misión directamente a la comunidad, visitando escuelas locales, incluidas las escuelas primarias Black y Bussey, para ofrecer apoyo personalizado a los padres mientras navegan por las nuevas tecnologías.
Hace dos semanas, tuve el privilegio de visitar ambas escuelas, donde brindé orientación individual a los padres sobre la configuración de sus Chromebooks y la creación de entornos digitales seguros para sus hijos. Durante estas sesiones, cubrimos pasos esenciales:
Configuración de Chromebook: Desde el desempaquetado hasta la configuración inicial, los padres recibieron apoyo práctico para asegurarse de que comprendieran cada aspecto del uso de los dispositivos.
Creación de Cuentas de Correo Electrónico: Ayudé a los padres a crear sus propias cuentas de correo electrónico, las cuales sirven como herramientas de comunicación vitales para interactuar con la escuela y acceder a recursos educativos.
Creación de Cuentas de Correo Electrónico para Niños: Guiamos a los padres en la creación de cuentas de Google para sus hijos, permitiéndoles acceder de manera segura a contenido educativo bajo supervisión.
Establecimiento de Controles Parentales con Google Family Link: También nos enfocamos en los controles parentales, utilizando Google Family Link para gestionar el tiempo de pantalla, el uso de aplicaciones y la actividad de navegación de los niños. Esta herramienta es fundamental para fomentar una experiencia digital segura y educativa.
Las sesiones individuales brindaron a los padres asistencia personalizada, haciendo que la experiencia fuera más accesible y efectiva. Fue alentador presenciar su entusiasmo mientras aprendían nuevas habilidades que no solo beneficiarían a sus hijos, sino que también les ayudarían a ganar confianza en el uso de la tecnología.
Tuve la suerte de contar con el apoyo dedicado de nuestras gestoras de redacción, la Sra. Shely Rodríguez y la Sra. Marina Villarino, quienes están asignadas a las escuelas primarias Black y Bussey, respectivamente. Su presencia y ayuda fueron invaluables, ya que facilitaron la comunicación y aseguraron que los padres comprendieran cada paso del proceso.
La Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD sigue siendo un recurso vital para las familias hispanas, ofreciendo no solo libros electrónicos, sino también herramientas prácticas y apoyo para navegar en el panorama digital actual. Al enseñar a las familias cómo configurar y gestionar dispositivos digitales, estamos sentando las bases para un éxito futuro, tanto a nivel académico como personal.
Esperamos expandir estos esfuerzos a más escuelas e involucrar a más familias. Juntos, estamos creando un futuro más brillante y conectado para nuestra comunidad.
En el corazón de nuestra misión se encuentra el poder transformador de la alfabetización y el emprendimiento dentro de las comunidades hispanas. La Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe en la Escuela Primaria Black, una de las siete escuelas primarias en Houston seleccionadas para participar en este programa, en colaboración con el Aldine ISD y la Universidad de Houston Downtown (UHD), está cambiando vidas al mejorar la comprensión lectora, acercar a las familias y empoderar a futuros emprendedores.
El proyecto está dirigido por la Dra. María Bhattacharjee, Directora de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe, cuya visión y dedicación han sido fundamentales para su éxito. Bajo su liderazgo, la biblioteca se ha convertido en un recurso vital para las familias hispanas, ofreciendo acceso a una amplia gama de libros en inglés y español, y ayudando a las familias a desarrollar las habilidades de alfabetización y tecnología que necesitan para el éxito académico y profesional.
Reading is a gateway to new opportunities, and the Bilingual E-Library is helping families in Houston access a vast collection of books. Families shared how reading together has not only enhanced their children's education but also strengthened family bonds.
Durante el evento, la Dra. Deborah Bordelon, Vicepresidenta Senior de Asuntos Académicos en la UHD, destacó cómo la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe está teniendo un impacto significativo tanto en las familias como en los estudiantes. Subrayó lo crucial que es el proyecto para moldear el futuro de la educación, asegurando que los estudiantes cuenten con las habilidades de alfabetización y tecnología necesarias para el éxito.
Parents shared their personal experiences, highlighting how the library’s resources have improved their children's reading skills and brought their families closer together. Through the guidance of the library and its resources, families have made reading a shared experience, enriching their homes.
El canal de YouTube de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe actúa como un aula global, enseñando habilidades esenciales en alfabetización y tecnología. Al equipar a las familias con estas herramientas, la biblioteca las prepara para una fuerza laboral moderna y conectada.
At the event, Dr. Jon Gant, Director of the Office of Minority Broadband Initiatives (OMBI), expressed his support for the library's mission. His work with the Connecting Minority Communities (CMC) Pilot Program aligns closely with the library's efforts to bring digital equity and opportunity to underserved communities.
La historia de Nadia Pérez, presentada en el video, es uno de los muchos ejemplos de cómo la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe está ayudando a las familias hispanas a perseguir sus sueños emprendedores. Con el apoyo de una subvención del Departamento de Comercio, Nadia convirtió su amor por la cocina en una carrera, adquiriendo habilidades que le ayudarán a tener éxito en el mundo profesional.
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Este video y nuestros esfuerzos continuos forman parte de una misión más amplia para empoderar a las familias a través de la alfabetización y el emprendimiento. Al seguir compartiendo estas historias y desarrollar nuestro canal de YouTube como una plataforma de aprendizaje global, estamos dejando un impacto duradero en la comunidad hispana.
Invitamos a más familias a unirse a nosotros y aprovechar al máximo los recursos que ofrece la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe. Juntos, estamos moldeando un futuro más brillante para todos.
El 26 de septiembre de 2024, Black Elementary School fue el escenario de un evento comunitario especial que celebró los avances significativos de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de la Universidad de Houston Downtown (UHD), en colaboración con Aldine ISD. El evento reunió a familias, educadores y líderes comunitarios, todos enfocados en promover la alfabetización bilingüe y en proporcionar acceso a recursos digitales que están cambiando vidas.
The Bilingual E-Library empowers families to embrace literacy and technology, giving them the tools to create brighter futures for themselves and their children." — Dr. María Bhattacharjee
Dr. María Bhattacharjee, Director of the UHD Bilingual E-Library and the event’s Master of Ceremonies, warmly welcomed the attendees and shared the vision of the project. She enthusiastically explained how this initiative has been a vital resource for Hispanic families in Houston, providing access to an extensive collection of e-books in both English and Spanish.
El proyecto no solo mejora las habilidades de lectura, sino que también enseña competencias tecnológicas, preparando a estudiantes y padres para un futuro más conectado.
Dr. Diane M. Miller, representing UHD’s College of Public Service, delivered an inspiring speech about the impact of the program. She highlighted how the Bilingual E-Library has strengthened the sense of community and transformed bilingual learning, helping families feel more connected to their children's education.
Although Dr. Poonam Gulati could not attend the event, she sent a heartfelt video message, praising the library's incredible growth and its ability to open new educational opportunities.
Durante el evento, se otorgó un reconocimiento especial a las 31 familias que participaron activamente en el programa. Sheyla Rodríguez, Gerente de Lectura de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD, compartió una emotiva historia de cómo una madre utilizó los recursos de la biblioteca para enseñar a sus hijos a leer en ambos idiomas. Este ejemplo demostró el poder de la alfabetización bilingüe en el hogar y cómo está cambiando vidas.
Aida Ulloa, Gerente de Tecnología de la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe de UHD, promovió el canal de YouTube de la Biblioteca, que ofrece clases en vivo de lunes a jueves. Este canal brinda a las familias acceso continuo a materiales educativos y oportunidades de aprendizaje desde cualquier lugar, fomentando la participación activa.
El evento concluyó con el emocionante anuncio de que se entregarían Chromebooks a las familias participantes, facilitando el acceso a la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe y reforzando el compromiso con la inclusión digital. Los asistentes también disfrutaron de una exhibición de cuentos creados por estudiantes, que reflejaron la creatividad y el esfuerzo inspirados por este proyecto.
Finalmente, la Dra. María Bhattacharjee invitó a más familias a inscribirse en la Biblioteca Electrónica Bilingüe y aprovechar todos los recursos disponibles. Con su apoyo y participación, el futuro de la educación bilingüe en Houston sigue siendo prometedor.
Ten-year-old Miguel Huerta struggled to enjoy reading before he and his mother discovered University of Houston Downtown’s bilingual e-library, an online collection of books available in both Spanish and English.
Math is still his main interest — the fourth-grader has his own YouTube channel where he teaches the subject to other kids — but reading became more fun when he started advancing his dual-language skills on the computer. He now gravitates toward fantasy and action stories.
“It makes it more interesting,” Huerta said.
Huerta is one of dozens of Aldine ISD students helping to grow UH Downtown’s e-library, which works to improve literacy and technology skills for Hispanic families in Houston. Patrons have been able to use the library cost-free at home since it launched around 2010, but a new partnership fueled by a $2.5 million U.S. Department of Commerce grant also allows Aldine parents to go to school once a week and help their children write their own stories for the collection.
Huerta and his mother, Maria Alvarez, will be published authors through the program — they wrote a book called “The Blue Dream,” or “El Sueño Azul,” based on the time Huerta learned he was going to have a baby brother. Like every book in the library, it is written in both Spanish and English, a process that Alvarez said has helped her son round out his academics.
“Literacy is so important. It’s important in everything and it’s really what’s going to connect him to his goals,” she said, via a translator. “He has a lot of potential.”
The collaboration is part of a larger two-year effort to expand the e-library and make it used worldwide. The new partnership is meant to benefit students and their parents, reinforcing the importance of Spanish literacy while also advancing English and technology aptitudes that are important for attaining jobs in the Houston workforce, said Marisol Vazquez, community engagement manager at UHD.
University officials hope the e-library will contribute to the city of Houston’s plan to increase residents' literacy skills by one level — an achievement which would add $13 billion to Harris County’s economy, according to the Mayor’s Office for Adult Literacy.
Aldine ISD has the right demographic for the partnership, with parents who are eager to participate, district officials said. More than 47% of students there are emergent bilingual and English learners.
“For me, it’s deeper than just writing a story,” said Georgina Foroi, executive director of the district’s Family and Community Engagement Department. “At this point we’re not only transforming a student, but we’re transforming the whole child, socially and emotionally. And also the parent, they’re breaking barriers.”
Emerita Munguia said her own English skills have improved since helping her daughter with the program during weekly meetings at Black Elementary in Aldine. She recently declined a promotion at her job because she didn’t feel she had enough knowledge in English and technology, but she said she hopes her work on the e-library can help her advance in her career.
Her daughter is similarly making progress, and she breezed through reading exercises in English and Spanish as they worked on their e-book one afternoon in December.
Once their book is published, it will be added to the e-library’s roughly 350 books. Many of those were previously written by college students at the Hispanic-serving institution, said project director and co-founder Maria Bhattacharjee.
Families at Aldine ISD’s Black and Bussey elementary schools are taking over some of the writing through the university partnership. About 240 families are expected to participate over two years, with groups alternating each semester. Officials also plan for the program to reach a wider audience, with an expansion to other Aldine schools, community engagement events in the district and a YouTube channel that will give broader access across the U.S. and world.
“I believe learning to read and write is a human right,” Bhattacharjee said. “This is a country of opportunity, but you have to know how.”
Aldine ISD’s Mariachi Acero and Ballet Folklórico Ketzally were on hand in Room A300 on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, setting a lively and festive tone for a morning program celebrating UHD’s major literacy initiative: the UHD Bilingual E-Library.
Many of the Aldine ISD families participating in the program were in attendance alongside Program Director Dr. Maria Bhattacharjee, UHD President Loren J. Blanchard, UHD Provost Deborah E. Bordelon, and Aldine ISD Superintendent LaTonya M. Goffney.
“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope. It is a tool for daily life in modern society. It is a bulwark against poverty, and a building block of development,
an essential complement to investments in roads, dams, clinics, and factories.”
— Kofi Annan, Nobel Peace Prize Recipient
The continuation of the Bilingual E-Library to improve the connectivity and literacy of Houston’s Hispanic community was made possible by the work of Drs. Maria Bhattacharjee and Irene Chen and a two-year, $2.5 million grant by the U.S. Department of Commerce received earlier this year.
The benefits of the UHD Bilingual E-Library include:
College of Public Service Dean Jonathon Schwartz emceed the event, with Provost Bordelon welcoming the crowd. “As part of every child’s right to education, literacy improves lives by expanding capabilities and, in turn, reduces poverty, increases participation in the workforce, and has positive effects on health and sustainable development,” said Bordelon. She shared that a recent report shows that Harris County’s economy could grow by $13 billion if adults with low literacy could increase their literacy skills by even one level. “We are delighted to partner with Aldine ISD on tackling this issue and, most of all, sharing the joy of storytelling and reading with your students and families,” Bordelon said.
“At $2.5 million, the bilingual e-library expansion and upgrade grant is one of the largest active grants in our College of Public Service,” stated UHD President Loren J. Blanchard. “When it comes to collaboration, partnerships, and community outreach, the Department of Urban Education is a model example.”
“UHD’s Bilingual Education Program is one of the largest producers of bilingual teachers in the Houston area,” continued Blanchard. In addition to the grant for the Bilingual E-Library, Dr. Elizabeth Stackhouse and Dr. Ron Beebe received a U.S. Department of Education Title V Grant for $2.5 million over five years to support training and wraparound services for pre-service teachers seeking certifications in critical areas of need, such as bilingual and ESL education.
“As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, our commitment to bilingual and ESL education is an extension of our commitment to our students and the communities they call home,” said Blanchard. In turn, UHD acts as an anchor for those communities and as an anchor institution for Houston. UHD has set its sights on improving literacy, having an impact on workforce development and socioeconomic mobility for the entire region.
The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is the second-largest university in Houston and has served the educational needs of the nation’s fourth-largest city since 1974. As one of four distinct public universities in the University of Houston System, UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university led by President Loren J. Blanchard. Annually, UHD educates approximately 14,000 students, boasts more than 66,000 alumni, and offers 45 bachelor’s degrees, 12 master’s degrees, and 19 online programs within four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences and Technology. UHD has one of the lowest tuition rates in Texas.
U.S. News and World Report ranked UHD among the nation’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Applied Administration and Best Online Master’s Programs in Criminal Justice, as well as a Top Performer in Social Mobility. The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranked UHD one of the best colleges in the U.S. for its 2024 rankings, with notable distinctions: No. 1 for diversity (tied) and No. 3 for student experience. The University is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military Friendly School. For more information on the University of Houston-Downtown, visit uhd.edu.
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By Marie Jacinto
What’s not to love about a project to improve literacy and connectivity for Houston’s Hispanic community that involves children, parents, PTOs/PTAs, in-service bilingual/ESL teachers, and UHD pre-service teachers and students in other areas of study?
This two-year project to expand the UHD bilingual e-library is the brainchild of Dr. Irene Chen, Professor of Education in the Department of Urban Education in UHD’s College of Public Service, and Dr. Maria Bhattacharjee, a former UHD Associate Professor of Education. They recently received notice from the U.S. Department of Commerce that their project proposal was awarded $2,470,225.
The project promises to have a dramatic impact on workforce development and, ultimately, the local economy, as the City of Houston seeks to increase the literacy skills of Houstonians by one level. The benefits of this project will extend beyond Houston, since access to the bilingual e-library will be available worldwide.
“During the development of our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan: A New Paradigm, we set our sights on becoming an Anchor Institution for the region,” stated President Blanchard. “This project epitomizes what it means for UHD to be an anchor for the city—not only through an accessible, online library specifically targeting Houston’s Latino community, but also as a resource and workforce development tool to grow the local economy significantly.”
According to Houston’s Adult Literacy Blueprint Executive Summary Report, published by the Mayor’s Office for Adult Literacy in partnership with Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation, the City of Houston’s economic growth is linked to literacy achievement. The report stated, “Harris County’s economy could grow by $13 billion if adults with low literacy could increase their literacy skills by even one level.” According to the same report, connectivity is another challenge Houstonians need to address. “In Houston, about 142,650 households do not have a computer at home and almost twice that amount, about 267,250 households, do not have broadband internet access.”
The Project
Ten UHD bilingual students and two reading specialists will assist 240 Hispanic families in writing culturally meaningful stories over the two years of the project. These stories will be part of the UHD-upgraded bilingual e-library. Through this interaction, Hispanic families will learn to use the e-library for self-teaching as well as reading and writing with their children at home.
“Teachers in the UHD anchor community also play an essential role in preparing Hispanic individuals for the job market in Houston,” stated Chen. “Therefore, it is crucial to support teachers, too. UHD pre-service teachers and in-service bilingual/ESL teachers at seven elementary schools with high Hispanic enrollment will have the opportunity to participate in the training of reading comprehension strategies using the e-library.”
Furthermore, the plan is to mobilize the Hispanic community by involving the Parent Teacher Organization/Association representatives from each of the seven campuses. They will visit UHD monthly to learn how to prepare their students to complete a bachelor’s degree at UHD and how to use the e-library to support the development of literacy skills. There will be opportunities for all parents at these schools to attend the meetings virtually. Also, 19 students from different programs, such as Urban Education, Communication, and Technology, will work together to create a community of learners that link Hispanic families and pre-service and in-service teachers to the e-library and each other.
“The expectation is that as Hispanic families use the e-library, they will increase their literacy skills levels and abilities to self-teach using technology,” stated Bhattacharjee. “These skill sets, in turn, will increase the number of Hispanic individuals prepared to enter the labor market in Houston.”
About the University of Houston-DowntownThe University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is the second-largest university in Houston and has served the educational needs of the nation’s fourth-largest city since 1974. As one of four distinct public universities in the University of Houston System, UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university led by President Loren J. Blanchard. Annually, UHD educates approximately 14,000 students, boasts more than 66,000 alumni, and offers 45 bachelor’s degrees, 12 master’s degrees, and 19 online programs within four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences and Technology. UHD has one of the lowest tuition rates in Texas.
U.S. News and World Report ranked UHD among the nation’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Applied Administration and Best Online Master’s Programs in Criminal Justice, as well as a Top Performer in Social Mobility. The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranked UHD one of the best colleges in the U.S. for its 2024 rankings, with notable distinctions: No. 1 for diversity (tied) and No. 3 for student experience. The University is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military Friendly School. For more information on the University of Houston-Downtown, visit uhd.edu.
By Marie Jacinto
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