Join Cypress Creek Lakes and Mischer Development this weekend for the Grand Opening of the new Cypress Creek Lakes Phase 3 Recreation Center Pool! Stop by Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 pm and enjoy:

- Free Food from some of Houston's most popular gourmet Food Trucks
- Live Band
- Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos, and Balloon Twisting
- Free Summer Gear
-  Visit any builder model home to register for the chance to win a FREE Summer Vacation

This new recreation complex is the third and largest in Cypress Creek Lakes. Sitting on an eight-acre site, the complex includes a  competition-size pool, children's pool, splash pad/water spray area,  clubhouse with exercise/fitness room and kitchen area, playground,  picnic/barbecue area, and community Welcome Center staffed daily.

Cypress Creek Lakes, one of Houston's top-selling communities, recently opened Phase 3 of its master-planned neighborhood.  There are new builders, new model homes, new sections and so much more  to see! This amazing community includes:

- Acres of lakes with fountains and miles of trails
- Three amazing recreation centers
- Three Cy-Fair Schools located right inside the community
- Close to great shopping, dining and recreation
- Convenient access to major roadways and work centers

No purchase necessary to register to win vacation grand prize drawing. Vacation will be presented as $2,000 gift card. Only residents of Cypress Creek Lakes will be allowed to use pool facilities during this event. Free summer gear  while supplies last.

PASADENA, Texas – San Jacinto College will host its annual basketball camp this summer for boys and girls, ages 7 to 18.

Scheduled from July 22 to 26, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day, this camp will provide beginner basketball players with the basic fundamentals of the game, while helping more advanced players to develop skills to a higher degree. The camp will take place in the Anders Gymnasium at the San Jacinto College Central Campus, located at 8060 Spencer Highway in Pasadena. Registration is $90. 

To register, visit http://www.sanjacsports.com/basketball-camp for an application. For more information, call 281-476-1849 or email ScottR.Gernander@sjcd.edu. 
 

About San Jacinto College

Surrounded by monuments of history, industries and maritime enterprises of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has been serving the citizens of East Harris County, Texas, for more than 50 years. The Achieving the Dream Leader College is committed to the goals and aspirations of a diverse population of 30,000 students in more than 200 degree and certificate options, including university transfer and career preparation. Students also benefit from the College's job training programs, renowned for meeting the needs of growing industries in the region. San Jacinto College graduates contribute nearly $630 million each year to the Texas workforce. San Jacinto College. Your Goals. Your College.

For more information about San Jacinto College, please call 281-998-6150, visit www.sanjac.edu, or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SanJacintoCollege.

San Jacinto College to host softball clinics at the South Campus

PASADENA, Texas –  San Jacinto College will host two softball clinics this summer at the South Campus.
 

The first clinic for participants ages 6 to 8 will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 8 and 9. The second clinic for participants ages 9 to 13 will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 10 and 11.

Both clinics are designed to teach progressions, offer constructive criticism, and to provide assistance in improving techniques and trainings. The clinics will cover both offense and defense, with exciting new drills.

Participants should wear workout clothes, cleats, and helmet, and bring a bat and a glove.  They should also bring water, sunscreen and a hat. Cost per clinic is $70. The San Jacinto College South Campus is located at 13735 Beamer Road in Houston.

To register for softball clinic, call 281-922-3413 or email kelly.saenz@sjcd.edu.

About San Jacinto College

Surrounded by monuments of history, industries and maritime enterprises of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has been serving the citizens of East Harris County, Texas, for more than 50 years. The Achieving the Dream Leader College is committed to the goals and aspirations of a diverse population of 30,000 students in more than 200 degree and certificate options, including university transfer and career preparation. Students also benefit from the College's job training programs, renowned for meeting the needs of growing industries in the region. San Jacinto College graduates contribute nearly $630 million each year to the Texas workforce. San Jacinto College. Your Goals. Your College.

For more information about San Jacinto College, please call 281-998-6150, visit www.sanjac.edu, or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SanJacintoCollege.

San Jacinto College to host softball clinics at the South Campus

PASADENA, Texas –  San Jacinto College will host two softball clinics this summer at the South Campus.
 

The first clinic for participants ages 6 to 8 will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 8 and 9. The second clinic for participants ages 9 to 13 will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 10 and 11.

Both clinics are designed to teach progressions, offer constructive criticism, and to provide assistance in improving techniques and trainings. The clinics will cover both offense and defense, with exciting new drills.

Participants should wear workout clothes, cleats, and helmet, and bring a bat and a glove.  They should also bring water, sunscreen and a hat. Cost per clinic is $70. The San Jacinto College South Campus is located at 13735 Beamer Road in Houston.

To register for softball clinic, call 281-922-3413 or email kelly.saenz@sjcd.edu.

About San Jacinto College

Surrounded by monuments of history, industries and maritime enterprises of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has been serving the citizens of East Harris County, Texas, for more than 50 years. The Achieving the Dream Leader College is committed to the goals and aspirations of a diverse population of 30,000 students in more than 200 degree and certificate options, including university transfer and career preparation. Students also benefit from the College's job training programs, renowned for meeting the needs of growing industries in the region. San Jacinto College graduates contribute nearly $630 million each year to the Texas workforce. San Jacinto College. Your Goals. Your College.

For more information about San Jacinto College, please call 281-998-6150, visit www.sanjac.edu, or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SanJacintoCollege.

Indian Student Association annual Cricket Tournament  May 31 - July 7, usually Friday and Saturday evenings beginning at 5:30 p.m.  Delta Building, parking lot  University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058  During the monthlong event, UH-Clear Lake's Indian Student Association hosts local cricket teams in match after match of cricket action, leading to the final tournament battle for the Cricket Tournament Champion title. Admission is free. For more information, e-mail info@isauhcl.org, call the Office of Student Life, 281-283-2560 or call the Office of Intercultural and International Student Services, 281-283-2575.

Career Exploration Workshop

June 1 and June 8, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Student Services and Classroom Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Looking to enter the work force or make a career change? This seminar helps participants make important decisions about their vocational path. Experienced counselors and psychologists lead the seminar, which features interest and personality testing, self-assessment exercises, review of educational and work experiences, presentations by leaders and career information resources. A brief, intake session must be scheduled prior to the workshop. Fees are $200 for general public; $100 for UH-Clear Lake faculty and staff, and students attending other schools; $75 for UH-Clear Lake alumni; and $30 for UH-Clear Lake students. For information, call the Office of Career and Counseling Services, 281-283-2600, or visit http://www.uhcl.edu/careerservices.

Summer classes in Art School for Children and Young Adults                

Ongoing until classes are full, Arbor Building, Room 155, 156

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

UH-Clear Lake's Art School for Children and Young Adults is now holding registration for students from ages 3 ½ through high school for art classes from June 10 – July 2. Open to all area students, including homeschoolers, classes offer encouraging instruction in multiple art mediums of clay, drawing and painting. Elementary students will study The Art of Transportation, in courses that will include viewing and creating art associated with various modes of transportation. Tuition ranges from $80-$115, depending on selected class, location and child's age. Online registration is available at http://hsh.uhcl.edu/ASC. For more information, call 281-283-3344. 

UH-Clear Lake Fall Pre-Registration

Fall pre-registration through Aug. 23, Student Services and Classroom Building/online

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Registration for fall classes runs through Aug. 23, with classes beginning Aug. 26. Late registration begins Aug. 24 and runs through Sept. 3. New students must apply by Aug. 12. Class schedules are available online at http://www.uhcl.edu/admissions or at the Office of Admissions. For more information, contact 281-283-2500 or email admissions@uhcl.edu.

Foreign Language and English Enhancement classes  Registration open for classes at various times and locations in the Bayou Building and Student Services and Classroom Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Learning a foreign language or improving conversational English can enhance career goals and expand personal horizons. Register now for small group classes that meet for 90 minutes weekly for seven weeks to learn conversational English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish at beginner to advanced levels. Registration is open until June 3, with summer classes beginning that week and running through July 19. New student fees are $135 and returning students are $115. Private and semi-private lessons are also available. Register online, by phone or in person. To register online, visit http://www.uhcl.edu/fl. To register by phone, call 281-283-3033. For more information, e-mail Program Director Christine Paul at paul@uhcl.edu.

Hawk Adventure -- Freshman Campus Event

Jun 6, 13 or 21, RSVP for time

Student Services Classroom Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Be part of history in fall 2014 when UH-Clear Lake will welcome the first freshman class. High school students can spend some time this summer to tour the university, visit the world-class library, experience the state-of-the-art computer labs and more. Participants will discover why "The Choice is Clear" and UHCL is the university for you. For more information and to register, visit http://www.uhcl.edu/hawkadventure.

Community Cinema presents 'Love Free or Die'

June 7, 7 p.m., Student Services and Classroom Building, Lecture Hall

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

All are invited to "Love Free or Die," a film that explores one man's two defining passions – his love for God and for his partner Mark. Admission is free. Community Cinema is a public education and civic engagement initiative featuring monthly film screenings of PBS "Independent Lens" films. The presentation is hosted by UH-Clear Lake's Film & Speaker Series. For more information about this or other movies at UHCL, email movies@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-2560.

Discovery through Play for Pre-Schoolers

One week sessions beginning Jun 10 – July 25, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Arbor Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Children ages 3-5 are invited to learn, grow and play in our discovery based summer program. Explore the world of play while developing conceptual skills based on the individual interests of each child. Limited space is available for children with special needs. This session will be conducted under the direction of Early Childhood faculty. Fees are $179 per student. To register or find out more, visit the Kids U Web site, http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Technology Camp at Kids U

One week sessions June 10 – Aug. 1, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. and noon – 3 p.m.,

Arbor Building, rooms 1310.02 and 1310.05

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Second- through eighth-grade students can explore architecture, robotics, 3-D modeling, Claymation, video game design and much more during UH-Clear Lake's Kids U Technology Camp. Sessions run for approximately one week beginning in June. Enrollment will continue until classes are filled. Fees are $149 per student.  To find out more, visit http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Kids U offers Mandarin Chinese, Parts 1 and 2 – Grades K – 5th

June 10 – 13 and July 8 – 11, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Arbor Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Kindergartners through fifth-graders can learn conversational Mandarin through classes that will also teach them about Mandarin dancing, cooking and customs. Using games and activities help students learn speaking appropriate basic Mandarin with accurate tones and pronunciation. Fees are $129 per student. To register or find out more, visit http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Spanish for Kids language classes through Kids U

June 10 – 13 and June 17 – 20, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m., Arbor Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Geared for beginners, both Spanish language sessions are offered to third- through fifth-grade students during these Kids U classes. Students will use role-playing, games and activities to learn simple sentences and commonvocabulary. Enrollment will continue until classes are filled. Fees are $129 per student. To register or find out more, visit the Kids U Web site, http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Brain Power Camp at Kids U

One week sessions running June 10 –Aug. 1, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and noon – 3 p.m., Arbor Central Building

Various rooms

Exercise your child's cerebrum during several classes that are part of the Brain Power Camp offered by Kids U. "BYOB - Bring Your Own Brain.," "1,2,3, Minutes or More to Win It" and "Kids Green Project" are just a few of the classes available in the Brain Power Camp. Fees are $129 per student. To register or find out more, visit the Kids U Web site, http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Kids U Science Camp

One week sessions beginning June 10 through Aug. 1, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. and noon – 3 p.m., Arbor Building,

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Beginning in June, Kids U popular science classes, "Weird and Wacky Experiments," "Critter Camp," "Grossology," and more allow kids to use their brain while having fun. Registration continues until classes are filled. Session fees are $139.  To register, visit the Kids U Web site, http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Kids U World Explorers Camp

One week sessions beginning June 10 – July 18, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. and noon – 3 p.m., Arbor Building

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Kids can learn about Egyptology, wildlife and more during this summer's World Explorers Camp. Classes cover knights and chivalry, pyramids and mummies, volcanoes and earthquakes, wild animals, the basics of the Lemonade Stand business, scavenger hunts, map puzzles, games and Greek and Roman mythology. Open to Kindergarten through sixth-grade students, the camp combines learning and fun. Registration will continue until classes are filled. Fee is $129 per student per course. To register, visit http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call the Center for Educational Programs, 281-283-3530.

Kids U Young Writers Camp

One week sessions beginning June 14 , 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. and noon – 3 p.m., Student Services and Classroom Building, various classrooms

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Young writers can expand their writing skills with the courses offered through UH-Clear Lake's Kids U Young Writers Camp. Soar into the STARR Test with writing basics, make a pop-up book, write poetry or a song, learn to tell your story. Classes are available for students in kindergarten through 12th-grade. Registration will continue until classes are filled. Session fees are $129-$149. To register or find out more, visit http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

Kids U Gifted Academy Camp

June 17 – 20, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and noon – 3 p.m., Arbor Building,

room 1310.01

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Open to third- through sixth-graders, Gifted Academy offers one-week classes that help students develop higher-level thinking skills. Among the classes offered are "Scientific Reasoning" and "Characters in Fairy Tales." Writing will be an important part of the Fairy Tales course, as students will be asked to write individually as well as write a play with a small group. Class fee is $149. Sessions run for approximately one week. To register, visit http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail, youngj@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3530.

UHCL Admissions Preview

June 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Student Services and Classroom Building lobby

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Learn more about UH-Clear Lake and possibly get admitted on the spot during the free informative 90-minute preview. Find out about admissions program requirements, student services, financial aid and scholarships. Registration requested. For more information or to register, call 281-283-2515 or visit http://www.uhcl.edu/admissionspreview.

Kids U SAT Writing

June 24 – 27 and July 8 – 11, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m., Arbor Central Building, Room 1310.09

University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058

Open to grades eight through 12th, this camp focuses on writing skills and valuable test taking strategies, tips and preparation for the SAT. Fee is $149 per student. Enrollment will continue until classes are filled. To register, visit the Kids U Web site, http://kidsu.uhcl.edu, e-mail youngj@uhcl.edu or call the Center for Educational Programs, 281-283-3530.

UH-Clear Lake to add replica of Liberty Bell

HOUSTON, May 30, 2013 — Area school students and community friends can learn more about American history when University of Houston-Clear Lake brings an exact replica of the Liberty Bell to be on permanent display at the university in the near future. The full-scale replica is being made by the original foundry in England and will be housed in a highly visible location in the university's Bayou Building, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston.

"The Liberty Bell is a reminder of our liberty, a representation of our freedoms, for all to experience" says UH-Clear Lake Associate Professor of Legal Studies James Benson. "This historic symbol will allow those who have not or may not ever have a chance to see the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia to see it."

Several national reports noting the decline in civic education propelled Benson into action. One report called "Crucible Moment: College Learning and Democracy's Future" by the National Task Force on Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement under the leadership of the Global Perspective Institute Inc. and Association of American Colleges and Universities announced results that astounded Benson.

"How did we get away from teaching the civics and history lessons that students need?" asked Benson. "And, how can UH-Clear Lake respond to this?"

He took his questions to administration and from there narrowed down his plan of action into four areas. These included developing courses of instruction specifically addressing the Constitution and the Bill of Rights that are appropriate for students as well as the general public and that emphasize the relevance of these documents; elevating UHCL's Constitution Day celebration to make it more accessible to the community and to include participation from local organizations; facilitating educational partnerships with external institutions such as the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia and more; and, finally, make the Liberty Bell accessible to visitors, community members and other organizations.

While still working on the other three, it is the fourth venture – known as the Liberty Bell Project – that has many excited.

The full-scale replica is being created by the Whitechapel Bell Foundry in London, England, which cast the original Liberty Bell in 1752. It will bear the inscription on the original bell: "Proclaim LIBERTY throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants thereof."

"Many of UHCL's Distinguished Alumni and university friends have expressed interest in contributing to this worthwhile project," explains Assistant Director of Development Elbby Antony. "We've already started collecting donations to fund the project because of the generosity and patriotism of our university alumni and community friends."

Several giving levels are available for those who would like to contribute to the UHCL Liberty Bell Project including a Declaration Level for those who want to give $10,000; the Foundry Level for those want to offer $5,000 and a Signatory Level for donors providing $1,000. The Sustaining Founder allows donors to commit to a monthly amount of their choice, while the Citizens Level is available for a gift of any size. Community friends and alumni may also honor an important female (mother, daughter, sister, aunt, etc.) by giving a $1,000 gift and becoming part of the "Belles of the Bell" giving group. 50 belles will be listed on a permanent installation signage associated with the bell.

Benson and Antony think the bell will definitely strengthen future Constitution Day celebrations, which occur on Sept. 17.  Both know that while the addition of the Liberty Bell replica is just a start when it comes to enriching the civic education of the area, it is an important beginning.

"Our hope is that area schools will bring their schoolchildren to our university for field trips to experience history, a symbol of the country in which we live," says Benson.

To find out how to be a part of the Liberty Bell Project or to become one of the Belles of the Bell, call 281-283-2016 or email antonye@uhcl.edu. For more information, visit http://www.uhcl.edu/libertybell.

University of Houston-Clear Lake offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including a doctoral program, from its four schools, which include the School of Business, School of Education, School of Human Sciences and Humanities, and School of Science and Computer Engineering. In 2011, the university gained approval from the state to add freshman- and sophomore-level courses to its roster and is currently planning for its first freshman class in fall 2014. For more information about the university, visit http://www.uhcl.edu.

UHCL dean receives Silver Achievement Award    
Recognizing the collaborative efforts of University of Houston-Clear Lake School of Human Sciences and Humanities, NASA Johnson Space Center awarded its Silver Achievement Medal to school Dean Rick Short.  Johnson Space Center Director Ellen Ochoa presented the award to Short during an event hosted by NASA JSC University Research, Collaboration and Partnership Office Deputy Manager Kam Lulla. Lulla said that he looked forward to a productive relationship with Short whose efforts have strengthened the ongoing collaborative partnership between NASA JSC and UH-Clear Lake.  The prestigious NASA Silver Achievement Medal is awarded to government and non-government individuals or teams by NASA center directors for a stellar achievement that supports NASA core values.  Among the projects between the two entities was the UHCL/NASA Johnson Space Center Academic Partnership, which has developed a consortium of all Houston universities to explore collaborative research initiatives. Short, who joined UHCL in 2011, said that working closely with NASA JSC has been a high point in his academic career.

For more information about UHCL's School of Human Sciences and Humanities, visit http://hsh.uhcl.edu.

Community Cinema film looks at love, faith

Church and state, and love and marriage, are just a few of the themes that are present in the Community Cinema film "Love Free or Die," a presentation hosted by University of Houston-Clear Lake's Film & Speaker Series Friday, June 7, 7 p.m. The film will be presented in the university's Student Services and Classroom Building first floor lecture hall.  The film explores the story of openly gay bishop Gene Robinson and his love for God and his love for his partner, Mark. He takes his message to the road, sharing it at tiny country churches as well as national events.  Community Cinema is a public education and civic engagement initiative featuring monthly film screenings from the popular PBS series "Independent Lens." Admission is free. For more information about the university's Film & Speaker Series, visit http://www.uhcl.edu/studentlife and select the programs tab, call the Office of Student Life, 281-283-2560, or email movies@uhcl.edu.

Indian Student Association invites all to cricket tournament

Cricket fans can watch their favorite sport as the University of Houston-Clear Lake Indian Student Association hosts its 2013 Cricket Tournament with matches held every Friday and Saturday May 31 – July 7, approximately 5:30 p.m., in the university's Delta Building parking lot, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, 77058. Teams from throughout Houston will participate.        Although the origin of the game is unknown, cricket is a bat-and-ball game played with two teams of 11 players on a rectangular field that was probably played for the first time in 16th century England.  Admission to the matches is free. For more information, call UH-Clear Lake's Office of Student Life, 281-283-2560, or the Office of Intercultural and International Student Services, 281-283-2575.

SUGAR LAND – The Business and Professional Division of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon about Leveraging LinkedIn to Build Your Business Network with the Award Winning Michelle LeBlanc from Blue Sky Marketing which will be presented by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, June 19, 2013.   The luncheon will be held at the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, 445 Commerce Green Blvd., Sugar Land from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.

With over 161 million members, LinkedIn is the world's largest professional and social network. And it is also a premier place for innovative business development teams to connect with their target customers. In this professional development session, you will gain:

• Clear direction on setting up personal and company pages
• A clear understanding of LinkedIn's FREE and PAID features
• Valuable information on LinkedIn's targeting capabilities to lock down audiences by title, geography, industry, company or other characteristics.
• The Business & Professional Division of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is under the leadership of Vice Chair Mike Dobert.  The mission of the Business & Professional Division is to offer business-oriented programs that help our Chamber members and local businesses develop and achieve their professional goals.

Individual Member Reservations available for $25 – Individual Non-Member Reservations available for $35. Register and pay online at www.FortBendChamber.com or contact Matthew Ferraro at 281-491-0277 or Matthew@fortbendcc.org.