A University With a Viewpoint

“We are the University of Houston-Downtown, a university with both a view and a viewpoint, an institution of hope and courage—the anchor institution of Houston.”

— President Blanchard

With the skyline of downtown Houston as a dramatic backdrop, UHD has a unique visual perspective on the city. Recently, the University received an enhancement to the view in the form of The Remembrance Murals. Designed to spark conversations about social change, these murals—“Lady Justice” and “Justice for All”—are the work of artist Victor Ash. Both are not just visible from around the UHD campus—they appear to watch over UHD, serving as constant reminders of the University’s commitment to the Houston community, to a just and sustainable future, and to the socioeconomic mobility of UHD graduates.

In the words of Blanchard, “Our view inspires us to act on the viewpoint that we are the anchor institution of Houston—an agent of change, uniquely positioned for strategic partnerships with businesses and community agencies. Our students are Houston’s next generation of business professionals, entrepreneurs, teachers, social workers, mental health professionals, scientists, activists, politicians, and community leaders.”

UHD has lofty goals, to be sure. “Writing the future of this University will require every ounce of our talents and abilities,” Blanchard noted. His experience as President has given him full confidence that the UHD community can and will achieve its goals: “Gators have Texas-sized talents and abilities.”

As an anchor institution, UHD is well on the way to having a Texas-sized impact as well.