Alumni Spotlights

Congratulations to Dr. Kevin Badgett, '04 MS, '06 MS, '11 EdD, who has been appointed as the new Dean of Education for Sul Ross State University and Sul Ross State University International, effective July 1. 

How did your time at UHCL shape your career path?
The guidance and support I received from professors like Drs. John Decman and Carol Carman were instrumental to my success during my Ed.D. program and their lingering friendship and mentorship have been equally important to my continued professional success!  Read More

Congratulations to Simone Howard on her recent appointment as Principal of Ned E. Williams Elementary in Longview ISD!

She previously served as an ESL teacher, instructional specialist, and assistant principal, where she led campus-wide improvement efforts focused on curriculum design and student achievement. 

"Chase your dreams and embrace the power of knowledge. Don't be afraid to reinvent yourself along the way—after all, we're lifelong learners," said Howard.  Read More About Simone.

Daryl Fontenot, '94 MBA has been reelected to the Board of Regents for Lee College, Position 6. 

Fontenot, a Baytown native, has served on the Lee College Board of Regents since 2019 and was elected chairman in 2023. He is a Certified Financial Planner and a Senior Vice President with Merrill Lynch.

Alistair Machoka, ’10 MHA/MBA has been promoted to Chief Executive Office (CEO) of Corona Regional Medical Center in Corona, CA. Alistair has over 20 years of progressive healthcare experience and most recently served as Chief Operating Officer at Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley and Rancho Springs Hospitals since 2021.

Congratulations to UHCL alumni, Joy Addison, '21 MA who joined the KPRC 2 News team as a reporter in November 2024. Joy earned her MA in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from University of Houston-Clear Lake and also has a degree from the University of Mississippi where she studied Journalism and Psychology.

"Pursuing my Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology while working as a news reporter taught me discipline, focus, sacrifice and ultimately, balance," said Addison. "Though I don’t currently practice as a full-time practitioner, I’m still involved in several I/O Psychology associations and try to stay in touch with my UHCL professors. They were the best at helping me balance a full-time career and additional education endeavor. Currently, news has my heart, but if I ever switch back to I/O, I know that UHCL will always be a great resource to help me transition back into the field.”

Look for this UHCL alumna on KPRC 2!