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IMO: The positive impact of a digital detox during the pandemic
Furthermore, excessive screen time is harmful to the eyes. Research by Harvard Medical School concluded that looking at a screen for a long time can lead to poor eye health.
Students return to majority face-to-face course offerings for Fall 2021
âA lot of what weâre doing is emerging almost daily,â said Nathan Vessey, coordinator for Emergency Management. âThe newly emerging delta variant is causing us to make a lot of changes and weâre adapting as fast as we can with guidance from…
COMMUNITY UPDATE: UHCL COVID-19 Precautions
Dear Hawks,
With the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Houston, I remind everyone that we must remain vigilant. We are still on course for a full return to campus by August 2, with fall classes beginning August 23. However, this is…
COMMUNITY UPDATE: Continuation of Safety Protocols and Vaccination Opportunity
Dear Hawks:
I am aware of the CDC's recent interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people and reviewing with university leaders. At this time, there are no changes to our existing COVID-19 safety protocols, which…
UHCL reveals plans for Fall 2021 semester
UHCL plans to open to 100% capacity in the Fall 2021 semester. This will entail the university having face-to-face classes and in-person services.
BRIEF: Counseling Services hosts International Student Support Group
The International Student Support Group was a virtual group that offered a space for international students to discuss different topics regarding their mental health while living and studying in the United States.
Presidentâs Speaker Series addresses the impact of COVID-19 on mental health
âMental health is a major factor that shapes a studentâs overall college experience,â Dr. Gordon said.
IMO: On missing my final chance for a collegiate commencement
Two opportunities to cross a stage and accept a degree, and both times I assumed that I would have another opportunity to complete the task. A silly mistake that many realized well into this pandemic.
UHCL decision to host online graduation received with student opposition
A March 12 email from UHCL announced their decision to host the Spring 2021 commencement online May 16 at 10 a.m. and the Soaring Hawks Parade on the same day at 4 p.m. Graduating students are now pushing back on this decision.
INFOGRAPHIC: UHCL HEERF Spending Breakdown
In March 2020, the United States Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Act. UHCL received $2,773,911 in CARES funding. This is how the university is spending its funds.