UHD at 1801 Main Street
The University of Houston-Downtown proposes relocation of three departments to 1801 Main Street: Continuing Education, the Office of Alumni Relations, and the Career Center.
In addition, the University proposes housing a new Criminal Justice Data Analysis Center at 1801 Main Street, as well as using the space for select university events.
PERMANENT SPACE RELOCATION
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
UHD’s Office of Continuing Education (CE) identifies and designs high quality, innovative non-degree courses, workshops, and programs that address a wide range of professional and educational needs. CE responds to the diverse learning needs of local and international businesses through various training options and specialized courses. Students enrolled in CE courses or programs benefit from in-depth studies in a specific area of interest or professional field, enhancing knowledge and skills, and thereby increasing career marketability.
In addition to programming developed specifically for a business or constituency group CE offers programming in the following areas: Project Management
Reporting
Space Requirement: Three private offices and one technology classroom.
OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS
Once a Gator, always a Gator. The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is committed to the continued engagement of its alumni. This interaction between institution and individual stimulates reciprocal philanthropic support, creating opportunities to engage current Gators with professionals in the field and a network that increases the University’s community impact. Alumni who remain connected with UHD provide and receive professional development and personal enrichment opportunities. These individuals then pay it forward to support the efforts of current students and the careers of fellow alumni.
By placing the Office of Alumni Relations and the Office of Continuing Education in close proximity, the University promotes a synergy between offices focused on post-degree progress and growth.
CAREER CENTER (ANNEX) AT 1801 MAIN STREET
Further increasing the synergy between offices, UHD proposes relocating its Career Center, as well. The Career Center provides both current students and alumni with resources and assistance in the formulation and implementation of career plans. Services include:
Space Requirement: Two private offices and one shared conference room. Space Requirement: Two private
NEWLY DEVELOPED CRIMINAL JUSTICE CENTER
CRIMINAL JUSTICE DATA ANALYSIS CENTER
Leveraging UHD’s expertise in criminal justice and data science, plans are underway to develop a Criminal Justice Data Analysis Center (CJDAC). The new center will enhance the effectiveness of the criminal justice system and improve community well-being through the aggregation, analysis, and dissemination of comprehensive criminal justice data, serving as a vital resource for criminal justice professionals, agencies, and businesses. Centralized access to data will improve efficacy within the criminal justice system, eliminating data redundancy and improving overall data quality. The CJDAC will provides a forum to understand and implement the latest technology advances in criminal justice work.
Currently, no single agency in greater Houston tracks crime data across the region and provides the correlations and pattern recognitions necessary to assist those working in the criminal justice system with combatting crime more systematically, efficiently, and effectively. With a single hub tracking crimes such as murder and other violent offenses, human trafficking, drug trafficking, and cybercrime, the region’s law enforcement agencies will be better equipped to support victims and identify and arrest perpetrators. As more data are collected, the CJDAC will develop predictive analytics with the help of AI to predict trends and prevention strategies, positioning UHD, Houston, and Texas at the national forefront of progressive criminal justice practices.
Finally, the CJDAC will lead to innovation in the training of data and technology informed criminal justice professionals, supporting continuous improvement and improved outcomes for students majoring in such areas as criminal justice, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cyber security.
Space Requirement: Three private office, cubicle space, and a shared conference room.
FLEXIBLE SPACE
In addition to housing three existing departments and a new Criminal Justice Data Analysis Center, 1801 Main Street will flexibly house seasonal events and activities, such as the following:
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
Graduate School Open Houses
Transfer Student (HCC) Open Houses