Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

University Services



UHCL Libraries

The UHCL Libraries include the Alfred R. Neumann Library and the UHCL at Pearland Library. The libraries provide access to resources and services that support research and scholarship. 

The libraries carry more than 350,000 print volumes and 400,000 eBooks, and provide online access to over 300 databases containing tens of thousands of publications, hundreds of thousands of academic videos, and millions of full-text articles. In addition to the library collections, UHCL students, faculty, and staff may locate and request items from UH and UH-Downtown through the library’s discovery engine OneSearch. Interlibrary Loan services are also available and can be used to obtain articles, books, and media from libraries across the nation.

UHCL librarians offer services to support students through every stage of the research process, from developing a research question to finding and evaluating information resources. Individual research assistance is available in-person, by phone, via text, and online through email, live chat, and Zoom.

The UHCL Libraries also foster successful research and learning by developing learning objects and providing classroom library instruction. The library website contains dozens of online research guides for specific UHCL programs and courses, which direct students to subject-specific resources and provide guidance in their use. Library instruction sessions are tailored to course content and develop student information literacy and searching skills.

The Alfred R. Neumann Library, named after the university’s founding chancellor, occupies approximately 80,000 square feet in the Bayou Building and contains collaborative study areas, quiet study areas and many technology-enhanced study rooms. Neumann Library houses computer workstations for student use as well as equipment for printing, scanning, and copying. Other Neumann Library features include the Active Learning Classroom, equipped with technology to facilitate hands-on learning, and the XR Lab, which provides students and faculty access to virtual and augmented reality technology.

The Alfred R. Neumann Library also houses the UHCL Archives & Special Collections, which includes the NASA Johnson Space Center History Collection, Human Space Flight Collection and the Clear Lake Area Collection.These materials are open for research to UHCL students, alumni, faculty, staff and the general public.

The UHCL at Pearland Library offers computer workstations, scanning equipment, and study spaces for students. The Pearland Library collection is oriented towards courses offered at the campus. Materials held at other UH-system libraries may be requested for pickup at Pearland Library.

To access library services and resources, visit www.uhcl.edu/library or contact the library at 281-283-3900 or library@uhcl.edu.

Office of Information Technology (OIT)

The OIT Support Center is the primary support point for campus information technology. Individuals may visit the office at the Bayou Building, Suite B2300. The hours of operation and other self-help resources are available at the OIT web page: https://www.uhcl.edu/computing/ or by emailing supportcenter@uhcl.edu.

OIT provides the campus with various information technology tools and services. These include the following that may be most relevant to campus such as:

  • Wireless internet capability throughout all UHCL buildings
  • Academic Computing open labs and specialized teaching labs include Windows and MacOS workstations, printers, scanners, and software
  • Support for instructional technology in classrooms and computer teaching labs across all UHCL campuses
  • Access to a wide range of software applications from off-campus via either Remote Lab Access (VPN) or the Virtual Lab (Apporto)
  • Access to Microsoft 365, a web-based service that provides O365 applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Outlook Email, premium spam and malware protection, and One Drive with 1 TB of storage
  • Technical and software support, including user orientations and training, for UHCL hardware and software

An exhaustive OIT services list can be found at https://www.uhcl.edu/computing/services-catalog

UHCL Alumni Association

The Office of Alumni Relations focuses on creating meaningful engagement and experiences for UHCL alumni by uniting fellow alumni, students, and the larger university community through support services, tailored communications, volunteer opportunities, events, philanthropic opportunities and more.

All UHCL graduates and recipients of teacher’s certificates are automatically members of the UHCL Alumni Association. The organization seeks to continue fostering the connection between alumni and their alma mater. Alumni are encouraged to share UHCL pride with family, friends, co-workers and community members by reconnecting, getting involved, and supporting UHCL.

To learn more about the UHCL Alumni Association or to get involved, visit www.uhcl.edu/alumni or contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 281-283-2021 or alumni@uhcl.edu.

University Police

The University of Houston-Clear Lake Police Department is responsible for law enforcement, security and emergency response at UHCL and UHCL Pearland. The UHCL police serve the university community and visitors alike through law enforcement, crime prevention, traffic control and public assistance programs. The department enforces all university regulations as well as local and state laws. Their Core Values are Leadership, Integrity, Professionalism, and Service.

Emergency Management & Fire Safety works closely with the UHCL Police Department. Emergency Management & Fire Safety coordinates university and community resources to protect lives, property and the environment through mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery from all natural and man-made hazards that may impact the campus.

The police department is located at 700 E. Bayou Rd., across from Parking Lot D. Security services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling 281-283-2222. Trained, professional police and communications officers staff the department. The university police also provide the following: lock-shop services including card access and keys, vehicle unlocks, vehicle jump-starts, airing deflated tires, safety escorts to your vehicle and safety classes.

To report an on-campus crime or any emergency, call the University Police Department at 281-283-2222 from off-campus telephones or 2222 from on-campus telephones or use the SafeZone app on your phone - download at www.uhcl.edu/police/safezone. For special announcements, emergency closings and other information, call the UHCL Hotline at 281-283-2221 or visit www.uhcl.edu/emergency. For a complete overview of the University Police Department and its services, visit www.uhcl.edu/police.

Parking

Parking is handled by the UHCL Parking and Transportation Department. To purchase a student, faculty or staff permit, visit http://uhclparking.t2hosted.com. Visitor passes may be purchased at kiosks located throughout campus. For more information, contact the Parking and Transportation Department at 281-283-2277, email parking@uhcl.edu or visit www.uhcl.edu/parking.