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Introducing James Robert “JR” Lay, ’04 BS, ’06 MBA, the second recipient of this year's Distinguished Alumni Award! ✨Lay...
10/15/2026

Introducing James Robert “JR” Lay, ’04 BS, ’06 MBA, the second recipient of this year's Distinguished Alumni Award! ✨

Lay is a Houston-based entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker whose 25-year career has centered on helping leaders and organizations navigate growth and change.

He began building his first business while studying at UHCL, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in management information systems and an MBA. He combined his interests in technology, business strategy, marketing, and human behavior to build a career in entrepreneurship, consulting, and publishing.

Today, Lay is the founder of Built Authority where he draws on the experience of his own entrepreneurial journey to help other entrepreneurs become known and trusted in their markets.

Read his full story and learn more about this year’s Alumni Celebration honorees: https://news.uhcl.edu/

UH-Clear Lake Hawks

We are proud to honor Chief Troy Finner, ’09 MA, as one of this year's Distinguished Alumni Award recipients!Finner beca...
10/14/2026

We are proud to honor Chief Troy Finner, ’09 MA, as one of this year's Distinguished Alumni Award recipients!

Finner became chief of the Missouri City Police Department in April 2026, bringing 34 years of law enforcement experience. From 2021 to 2024, he served as Houston's police chief, leading more than 5,000 sworn officers and 900 civilian employees with an emphasis on accountability, officer wellness and community collaboration.

He earned his master’s degree in criminology from UHCL while working full time as a lieutenant and supporting his family. His graduate studies helped shape his approach to community trust through emphasized transparency, respectful treatment, listening to residents and mentoring young people.

To read his full story and learn more about this year’s Alumni Celebration honorees click here: https://news.uhcl.edu/

UH-Clear Lake Hawks

We are proud to honor Angie Avera, '17 MS as the recipient of this year's Early Achievement Award! ✨️ Avera leads UX res...
10/13/2026

We are proud to honor Angie Avera, '17 MS as the recipient of this year's Early Achievement Award! ✨️

Avera leads UX research at Peloton Interactive for their commercial, e-commerce and app product functions, after starting as an engineer at Apple. Now, she manages a team of designers and engineers shaping user-centered experiences.👏

Her notable achievements include launching Peloton's first fitness game Lanebreak and developing the award-winning Peloton Strength+ app!

After earning a bachelor’s degree in human development at the University of Texas at Austin, she completed her master’s degree in applied cognitive psychology at UHCL. Applied projects and internships with HP Inc. and Houston Methodist Hospital helped prepare her to move directly into industry.

Read her full story and learn more about this year’s Alumni Celebration honorees: https://news.uhcl.edu/

UH-Clear Lake Hawks

Celebrating the legacy we create at University of Houston-Clear Lake, we are proud to honor Dr. Heather Kanenberg as the...
10/12/2026

Celebrating the legacy we create at University of Houston-Clear Lake, we are proud to honor Dr. Heather Kanenberg as the recipient of this year’s Outstanding Professor Award.

As program director and professor of Social Work in UHCL’s College of Human Sciences and Humanities, Dr. Kanenberg has spent nearly two decades teaching, mentoring, and supporting future social work professionals. Her dedication to student success, research, and campus involvement reflects her commitment to making a lasting impact at UHCL.

Her contributions have earned her the President’s Distinguished Service Award in 2019 and Faculty Advisor of the Year recognition in 2018. Join us in celebrating Dr. Kanenberg and this well-deserved honor! 👏

Keep an eye out for more Alumni Celebration honoree spotlights throughout the week! ✨

Read her full story: https://news.uhcl.edu/

UH-Clear Lake Hawks

We are grateful to Marilyn S. Sims, '88 B.S for her Distinguished Sponsorship of the 2026 UHCL Annual Alumni Celebration...
10/12/2026

We are grateful to Marilyn S. Sims, '88 B.S for her Distinguished Sponsorship of the 2026 UHCL Annual Alumni Celebration. Her continued commitment helps UHCL celebrate alumni excellence and strengthen the Hawk community every year. 💙💚

10/09/2026

Taking a look back at last year's UHCL Annual Chili Cook-Off!🌶️

All are welcome to join the fun for this year's Chili Cook-Off on October 17! Enjoy Chili tasting, a b**r garden, music, and more with the UH-Clear Lake Hawks community! 💙💚

Want to get in on the fun? Click here for more information: https://www.uhcl.edu/campus-life/events/chili-cook-off

The 2026 UHCL Alumni Celebration registration deadline has officially been extended to Thursday, October 8! Register by ...
10/02/2026

The 2026 UHCL Alumni Celebration registration deadline has officially been extended to Thursday, October 8!

Register by October 8 and join your fellow Hawks for an enchanting night celebrating your academic journey.

📅 Friday, October 16
📍 South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center

We're excited to celebrate with you! Register for the Alumni Celebration here: https://buff.ly/mfolUaU

Today is the LAST DAY to order your UHCL class ring and participate in the Fall 2026 Ring Ceremony!💍Missed Herff Jones o...
09/24/2026

Today is the LAST DAY to order your UHCL class ring and participate in the Fall 2026 Ring Ceremony!💍

Missed Herff Jones on campus this week? You can still order your ring today and be part of this special UHCL tradition. 💙💚

Order your UHCL class ring here: https://buff.ly/ZfNeITL

Hawks, today is your last day to get your ring sizing with Herff Jones !💍 Stop by Atrium I in the Bayou Building from 11...
09/22/2026

Hawks, today is your last day to get your ring sizing with Herff Jones !💍

Stop by Atrium I in the Bayou Building from 11-4 PM to get your ring sizing and order your ring for the upcoming Fall Ring Ceremony!

Click here for more information: https://buff.ly/XZ2OMBl

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