March events and ways to stay connected at UHCL!

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March 2026 Alumni Digest

 

UHCL SCRCA '26

Flyer for 32nd UHCL Student Conference for Research and Creative Arts.

April 20 to 25, 2026
UHCL Bayou Building

Faculty sponsored submissions are now being accepted for SCRCA '26. Students may participate through:

  • Art Exhibits
  • Mock Trials
  • Posters
  • Panels
  • In-Class Presentations
  • Podium Presentations

The submission deadline is March 16, 2026.

View SCRCA '26 Participation Details
 

Spring 2026 Engineering Mixer 

UHCL Engineering Mixer on March 18 connecting students faculty and industry partners for networking and career exploration.

Wednesday, March 18
3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Bayou Building, Garden Room

Connect with engineering students, faculty, and industry partners in a relaxed setting designed to support networking and career exploration across engineering disciplines.

View more UHCL career fairs and events.

 
Graphic for Beyond My Wisdom, a panel discussion on Growth, Leadership and life lessons including guest panelists Bel Sanchez, Dr. Carolyn Lightfoot, and Rebecca Lilley.

Beyond My Wisdom

Thursday, March 19
6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
UHCL Pearland Campus, Health Science Classroom Building, Room 102

Hear from professionals across industries as they share lessons on growth, leadership, and life experiences. The panel includes UHCL alumna Dr. Carolyn Lightfoot. This event is open to students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members. Light refreshments will be provided.

Learn more about the Beyond My Wisdom panel discussion.

 
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UHCL Family Weekend 2026

Saturday, March 28, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
UHCL SSCB Building

Family Weekend is a UHCL tradition that brings together students, families, and the Hawk community for a day of connection, activities, and campus experiences.

Guests can enjoy carnival games, a cookout, mock classroom experiences led by UHCL faculty, and opportunities to explore campus programs and resources that support student success.

Register for UHCL Family Weekend
 
Flyer for UHCL Alumni Association Board of Directors nominations opening April 1 2026 for the 2026 to 2027 term.

Board Nominations Update

Interested in serving on the UHCL Alumni Association Board of Directors? Applications for the 2026–2027 term will now open April 1, 2026. Stay tuned for details on how you can help shape the future of the alumni community.

 

Award Nominations

Know an exceptional UHCL alumnus or faculty member? Alumni Award nominations open on April 1, 2026. Help us celebrate outstanding achievements across the UHCL community. More details will be shared soon.

 
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Graduate Social

Thursday, April 23, 2026
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Bayou Building, Atrium II

Learn about graduate programs at UHCL, connect with faculty and alumni, and receive a $45 graduate application fee waiver for attending.

Register for Graduate Social on April 23
 
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UHCL Class Ring

The UHCL Class Ring Ceremony celebrates a special university tradition that honors the achievements and lasting connection of our graduates. Now in its third year, this ceremony welcomes new graduates into the UHCL alumni community as they receive their official class ring.

The Spring 2026 UHCL Ring Ceremony will take place on:

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
6:00 PM
Bayou Building, Atrium II

UHCL alumni who have not yet ordered their class ring are invited to take part in this tradition and represent their connection to the Hawk community.

 Learn more about ordering your UHCL class ring. 

 

KidsU Summer Camps

KidsU Summer Camp registration is now open. Alumni receive $20 off each Clear Lake camp when registering with a UHCL email address. Camps offer hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, creativity, and more. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged.

View KidsU Summer Camp Registration Details
Kids U summer camp flyer.
 
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Spring 2026 Scholar Series

        • Introduction to Scientific Writing - March 18
        • Everyone Does Software Engineering: Let's Connect the Dots! - March 25
 

Alumni Insurance

Older couple smiling and spending time together, representing planning for future care and financial wellbeing.

Wondering how to wrap your head around Long Term Care insurance? Learn more about different insurance options and the best time to buy. If you’ve ever thought “I should look into this someday…” now is a good time.

Explore Alumni Insurance Options
 

Alumni Spotlight

Mitali Paul, '05 MHA/MBA

is a healthcare leader and active member of the UHCL Alumni Association Board of Directors. She was recently elected as the incoming Regent for ACHESETC, the largest chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Through her leadership and service, Mitali continues to support the growth of future healthcare professionals while representing the UHCL alumni community with distinction. 

Photograph of Mitali Paul.

Read more alumni spotlights. 
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