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Hurricane Harvey
The damage is done, what’s next for Houston?
The arduous process of cleaning up damage left from Hurricane Harvey is slowly starting in affected areas of Texas including the city of Houston.
Hurricane Harvey challenges Hawks
The students, faculty and staff of UHCL were faced with a unique challenge as the start of the fall semester was delayed by a rare 500-year flood event. Many experienced damage to homes and vehicles firsthand and all were affected in some…
Blissful ignorance, blind luck and a healthy dose of reality
Most of my life is guided by blissful ignorance, blind luck and a healthy dose of apathy. Why should Harvey get special treatment?
International students organize volunteer efforts after hurricane
The Indian Student Association (ISA) organized volunteer efforts to assist the University of Houston Clear Lake (UHCL) community members in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.
TIMELINE: UHCL responds to Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey resulted in 51.88 inches of rain and at least 70 fatalities. See how UHCL responded to the hurricane with this timeline.
Texans are not victims but survivors of Harvey
My mom went all out with the preparation for Hurricane Harvey, even though we all kept thinking it wasn’t going to be too bad; just another storm by the time it reached Houston.
Hurricane Harvey messes with Texas…but not for long
In the days that followed, the water did not stop coming. Just when we thought the rain had finally stopped and the sun was about to peak from behind the gloomy sky, the disturbing sound of rain pounding the windows started again as tornado…
Hurricane Harvey aftermath: Tips on how to contribute to hurricane relief
During the weeks that follow Hurricane Harvey, and for some time to come, the people of Houston and surrounding areas will need relief. For those who want to help, it can be hard to figure out how their time, money and efforts would be best…
INFOGRAPHIC: University offers help throughout Harvey
Check out this one-stop spot for Hurricane Harvey assistance offered at UHCL. If you need financial assistance, contact the Dean of Students to apply for the Dean of Students Emergency Loan, and Office of Financial Aid.
RECAP: UHCL helps the community after Harvey
The UHCL community put forth many efforts to help students, faculty and staff remain safe during Hurricane Harvey. See how the UHCL community fared on social media with this Storify.