Dr. Dan
@uhdvpdrdan.bsky.social
Vice President for Student Success and Student Life at the University of Houston-Downtown. 30+ years as a #SAPro.
On this first day, let us all lean into the positive impacts of unity.
December 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM
On this first day, let us all lean into the positive impacts of unity.
Kwanzaa 2025 begins on Friday, December 26, 2025, and concludes on Thursday, January 1, 2026, a week-long cultural celebration of African American heritage honoring African harvest traditions with seven principles. Wishing family and friends who celebrate a wonderful week ahead.
December 26, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Kwanzaa 2025 begins on Friday, December 26, 2025, and concludes on Thursday, January 1, 2026, a week-long cultural celebration of African American heritage honoring African harvest traditions with seven principles. Wishing family and friends who celebrate a wonderful week ahead.
As the University of Houston-Downtown enters the semester break, we give thanks to staff who continue to have a presence on campus — our Police Department, Facilities, and any other staff who may still be working. Continued blessings to staff in the Division of Student Success and Student Life. 💙🐊
December 23, 2025 at 1:39 PM
As the University of Houston-Downtown enters the semester break, we give thanks to staff who continue to have a presence on campus — our Police Department, Facilities, and any other staff who may still be working. Continued blessings to staff in the Division of Student Success and Student Life. 💙🐊
Tonight is the last night of Hanukkah. All eight candles are lit to recall the miracles of this ancient festival. Wishing family and friends who celebrate a beautiful season filled with hope, perseverance, and light.
December 22, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Tonight is the last night of Hanukkah. All eight candles are lit to recall the miracles of this ancient festival. Wishing family and friends who celebrate a beautiful season filled with hope, perseverance, and light.
I missed my post for the seventh night of Hanukkah, so I am doing it this morning. For the seventh night, prayers focus on themes of rededication, miracles, and letting your inner light shine for the world. To my friends and family who celebrate, may your faith sustain you now and forever.
December 21, 2025 at 12:11 PM
I missed my post for the seventh night of Hanukkah, so I am doing it this morning. For the seventh night, prayers focus on themes of rededication, miracles, and letting your inner light shine for the world. To my friends and family who celebrate, may your faith sustain you now and forever.
Use the sixth light as a prompt for a short meditation or prayer, often centered on the day's theme, thanking God for love, provision, or strength as you see the lights grow brighter.
December 20, 2025 at 5:32 AM
Use the sixth light as a prompt for a short meditation or prayer, often centered on the day's theme, thanking God for love, provision, or strength as you see the lights grow brighter.
A few weeks back, Hope successfully defended her dissertation. We celebrated her and her achievements. I didn't post anything at the time as she wanted to complete the typical follow-up to-dos following a dissertation defense. Today is her commencement. Congratulations, my friend.
December 19, 2025 at 12:37 PM
A few weeks back, Hope successfully defended her dissertation. We celebrated her and her achievements. I didn't post anything at the time as she wanted to complete the typical follow-up to-dos following a dissertation defense. Today is her commencement. Congratulations, my friend.
We had a great time at theatre last night. The performance is awesome and perfect for the season.
December 19, 2025 at 11:51 AM
We had a great time at theatre last night. The performance is awesome and perfect for the season.
As you light the fifth candle, may your home be filled with warmth, joy, and the love of family and friends. May the light of the menorah bring you peace and happiness, and may each flame remind you of the miracles and blessings in your life. Chag Sameach!
December 19, 2025 at 4:55 AM
As you light the fifth candle, may your home be filled with warmth, joy, and the love of family and friends. May the light of the menorah bring you peace and happiness, and may each flame remind you of the miracles and blessings in your life. Chag Sameach!
On the fourth night of Hanukkah, our friends and family members of the Jewish faith recall the miracle of the oil that lasted for eight days and eight nights. This miracle is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and enduring triumph of light over darkness.
December 18, 2025 at 5:23 AM
On the fourth night of Hanukkah, our friends and family members of the Jewish faith recall the miracle of the oil that lasted for eight days and eight nights. This miracle is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and enduring triumph of light over darkness.
On this third night of Hanukkah, the candle signifies good deeds, encouraging engagement in acts of kindness and generosity and reinforcing the importance of helping others in the community. Be kind and open minded, my friends.
December 17, 2025 at 2:40 AM
On this third night of Hanukkah, the candle signifies good deeds, encouraging engagement in acts of kindness and generosity and reinforcing the importance of helping others in the community. Be kind and open minded, my friends.
On this second night of Hanukkah, I wish my friends and colleagues and their families all the joy that comes from being in a faith community that celebrates bringing light in to the darkness.
December 16, 2025 at 1:47 AM
On this second night of Hanukkah, I wish my friends and colleagues and their families all the joy that comes from being in a faith community that celebrates bringing light in to the darkness.
On this first night of Hanukkah, may God watch over all that celebrate and provide support and care from those who are limited in understanding anything different from themselves. ✡️🕎
December 15, 2025 at 4:52 AM
On this first night of Hanukkah, may God watch over all that celebrate and provide support and care from those who are limited in understanding anything different from themselves. ✡️🕎
I'm excited to join Provost Bordelon to attend the Aldine ISD State of the District program. Our University of Houston-Downtown partnership with AISD will make a positive impact on our students' academic journey and experience.
December 3, 2025 at 2:53 PM
I'm excited to join Provost Bordelon to attend the Aldine ISD State of the District program. Our University of Houston-Downtown partnership with AISD will make a positive impact on our students' academic journey and experience.
The fight is not over. Remember those lost. Celebrate those who are living and thriving, and honor the the milestones in our collective progress. Reflect on what will be and act.
December 1, 2025 at 1:05 PM
The fight is not over. Remember those lost. Celebrate those who are living and thriving, and honor the the milestones in our collective progress. Reflect on what will be and act.
Wishing all of our students, faculty, and staff a peaceful Thanksgiving break. May they have time to prepare for their final exams, projects, and presentations as our final exam period will kick-off next Tuesday. Thank you for a wonderful fall semester. 🦃🍁💙🐊
November 26, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Wishing all of our students, faculty, and staff a peaceful Thanksgiving break. May they have time to prepare for their final exams, projects, and presentations as our final exam period will kick-off next Tuesday. Thank you for a wonderful fall semester. 🦃🍁💙🐊
Today is the last day of the fall academic semester at the University of Houston-Downtown. Our students have a few days off for Thanksgiving break. Next Monday, it is their reading day and then finals week begins. I am sending positive thoughts and prayers for calm, self-assuredness, and focus. 💙🐊
November 25, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Today is the last day of the fall academic semester at the University of Houston-Downtown. Our students have a few days off for Thanksgiving break. Next Monday, it is their reading day and then finals week begins. I am sending positive thoughts and prayers for calm, self-assuredness, and focus. 💙🐊
An outstanding performance. A must see.
November 24, 2025 at 2:26 AM
An outstanding performance. A must see.
Yesterday was the last Friday of the fall semester with classes concluding next Tuesday. Finals begin following Thanksgiving and commencement on 12/12/25. #GoGators 💙🐊
November 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Yesterday was the last Friday of the fall semester with classes concluding next Tuesday. Finals begin following Thanksgiving and commencement on 12/12/25. #GoGators 💙🐊
The University of Miami friendships and connections are strong in Houston. It was great to have Dr. Pat Whitely in Houston last night. #GoCanes 🧡💚
November 19, 2025 at 12:48 PM
The University of Miami friendships and connections are strong in Houston. It was great to have Dr. Pat Whitely in Houston last night. #GoCanes 🧡💚
We had a great time tonight with the University of Miami Alumni Association and the Houston Canes Community. It is always great to have Dr. Pat Whitely in Htown.
November 19, 2025 at 3:51 AM
We had a great time tonight with the University of Miami Alumni Association and the Houston Canes Community. It is always great to have Dr. Pat Whitely in Htown.
Thanksgiving is still a week and a half away. I am ready!
November 18, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Thanksgiving is still a week and a half away. I am ready!
Today, I was blessed to have a special session of Donuts with Dr. Dan with members of the University of Houston-Downtown 's Homecoming Bayou's Best. Joining me today was Provost Bordelon, AVP Arrington, and AVP/DOS Gatewood. The conversation was insightful, inspiring, and very thoughtful. #GoGators
November 14, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Today, I was blessed to have a special session of Donuts with Dr. Dan with members of the University of Houston-Downtown 's Homecoming Bayou's Best. Joining me today was Provost Bordelon, AVP Arrington, and AVP/DOS Gatewood. The conversation was insightful, inspiring, and very thoughtful. #GoGators
