University of Houston-Clear Lake welcomed students for the first time in 1974 , and it has been enriching the community landscape ever since . Originally created as an upper-level university welcoming third- and fourth-year students as well as professionals returning for their graduate degree , UH- Clear Lake began accepting freshman and sophomore students in 2014 and its expansion — both in terms of its lengthening list of degree options as well as its dynamic new construction plans — yield even more benefits for students preparing to enter today ’ s competitive workforce . “ UHCL has made some really positive strategic moves to tap into the specific needs of our workforce ,” says Yvette Bendeck , associate vice president of enrollment management . “ Students at UHCL have more options to prepare for a successful career than ever before .” Bendeck cites the addition of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology , a degree that equips students to fill employers ’ ever-increasing need for trained professionals in that field and builds on the successful Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology . “ This is one of many ‘ gateway ’ degrees we ’ re offering that lay the groundwork for students to continue to develop academically and professionally ,” Bendeck says . Recognizing the need to support the area ’ s strong petrochemical and aerospace industries , the university gained support from the Texas Legislature and funded the construction of a 121,575-square-foot STEM and Classroom Building . Students will begin reaping the benefits of the new facility in fall 2018 , when they ’ ll begin attending the classes and studying in the state-of-the-art labs that will help them begin their careers equipped with real-world training and return for advanced learning . And with the addition of a student-supported Recreation and Wellness Center , also slated to open in fall 2018 , students enrolled in UHCL ’ s Exercise and Health Science and Fitness and Human Performance program will have a new facility in which to study and prepare for their ultimate mission — to educate others about the importance of wellness . Students needing a little extra help in choosing degrees and career paths can get assistance from Career Services where career counselors like Chuck Crocker , director of Career Services , can offer valuable insight . “ UHCL Career Services provides extensive assistance to students and alumni through the entire career development process ,” Crocker says . “ This includes helping students match their interests with the right major , career decision making , providing the labor market data students need to make the most informed choices , and assisting with resume and cover letter writing .” Additionally , Crocker says that UHCL ’ s Student and Career Services offers students assistance throughout the process of application to graduate school ; from presenting the best possible resume to writing dynamic personal statements . Learn more about the opportunities available at UHCL by visiting http :// www . uhcl . edu .
Not an undergraduate anymore ? UHCL has plenty of options for you , too !
• With more than 45 graduate degrees ( including nine online graduate degrees ) in a variety of fields , UHCL has graduate plans to meet busy schedules .
• Professional development seminars , cyber security courses and several noncredit presentations can help you building your knowledge bank . Find out about opportunities by visiting www . uhcl . edu / academics / extended /.
■ ■ University of Houston-Clear Lake offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degree programs , and three doctoral programs , from its four colleges , formerly known as schools , which include the College of Business , College of Education , College of Human Sciences and Humanities , and College of Science and Engineering . In 2011 , the university gained approval from the state to add freshmanand sophomore-level courses to its roster and welcomed its first freshman class in fall 2014 . For more information about the university , visit http :// www . uhcl . edu .
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