College of Public Service News
Dr. Miller Goes to Austin; or, Who Decides What Texas Children Read?
Dr. Diane Miller successfully advocated for the inclusion of teacher voice before the State Board of Education.
Learn Safety and Self-Defense Skills
This fall, UHD’s Center for Public Service and Community Research, in collaboration with the UHD Police Department, will present “Don’t Be a Victim,” a series of practical workshops designed to help Gators build skills they can use in everyday situations.
Impact Learning: Max Von Rettberg Studies the Impact of Policy on Elderly Inmates
UHD senior Max Von Rettberg graduates this August with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a clear goal in mind. This fall, he is pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Houston, and, upon completion of his MSW, he...
UHD Expands Pipeline of Bilingual and Special Education Teachers
Amid concerns that Houston-area schools do not have enough qualified teachers to serve bilingual children and students with disabilities, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is providing an effective solution. UHD has redesigned its...
UHD's BESO Builds Community, Supports Bilingual Education
This article is the third in a series about UHD’s student-centered professional organizations, ranging from smaller groups founded on campus to collegiate chapters of national organizations. Across all four academic colleges, these organizations...
CPS Students Examine Laws Impacting Aging Adults at Annual Research Symposium
Student presenters shared research and perspectives on topics related to aging populations, public policy, and public service.
New Master of Social Work Program Will Expand Career Pathways, Meet Regional Workforce Need
The university will launch a new Master of Social Work (MSW) program, an initiative that addresses a workforce need while also opening the door for Gators to move beyond entry-level roles.
New Master of Social Work Program Will Expand Career Pathways
UHD will launch a new Master of Social Work (MSW) program, an initiative that addresses a workforce need while also opening the door for Gators to move beyond entry-level roles and into licensed clinical practice.
Staff Spotlight: Meet Law Enforcement Academy Director Tim Cannon
Mr. Cannon has decades of leadership experience and provides mentorship while continuing a family legacy.
vitalvoices: Empowering Every Learner
This conversation is designed for families, educators, and community members who want to better support bilingual learners with disabilities and become better equipped to provide just and welcoming educational spaces.