Administration & Finance

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE

james Bartlett

Raymond Bartlett

Senior Vice Chancellor and Senior Vice President

Welcome to the Division of Administration and Finance at the University of Houston, comprised of more than 1,100 employees within eight business units reporting to the Senior Vice President for Administration and Finance.

As an integral foundation with a Commitment to Service Excellence, the Mission of the Division of Administration and Finance is to provide a platform for nationally competitive and internationally recognized opportunities of learning, discovery and engagement for a diverse student population in a real-world setting by leading, supporting and enabling Strategic Goals of institutional effectiveness for the University of Houston and the University of Houston System.

For all the news and highlights from across the Division of A&F, check out the latest issue of the A&F Virtual Services Newsletter. The newsletter is sent to all Division Staff.

A&F Social Media

Creepy Cougar
We're celebrating "sPoOkY sEaSoN" all month at Stay Cougar Safe! Can spot the 7 differences between these two Creepy Cougars?
Follow @StayCougarSafe On Twitter
Stay Cougar SAFE is dedicating the month of October to Breast Cancer Awareness! Follow us to stay updated as we support the fight for a cure.
The Latest Issue Is Now Online
For all the news and highlights from across the Division of A&F, check out the latest issue of the A&F Virtual Services Newsletter. The newsletter is sent to all Division Staff.

Highlights

Chief Moore Honored with the Game Ball
Chief Moore was honored by UH Athletics with a game ball at the football game vs. Tulane, which celebrated the military and first responders. Great job, Chief!
Spring Textbook Adoption
The deadline for submitting Spring course material adoptions is Wednesday, November 4. The UH Campus Store has a simple tool for you to use this adoption season – Follett Discover.
Cougar Card Available Now in the UH Go App!
Use your cougar card on the UH Go App for remote exams, on and off campus perks, plus much more!
Schedule Your Next Virtual Meeting with UHPD's Finest!
Hear the latest safety and security campus updates from Chief Ceaser Moore as part of your next virtual organizational meeting.

From SGA, Staff Council, Faculty Senate, and more, UHPD has been meeting virtually with student, staff, and faculty partners. We welcome the opportunity to be a part of your next organizational or departmental group meeting.

Call Markenna Pharr (713) 743-0270 or send an email to mpharr@central.uh.edu for more details and calendar scheduling opportunities. Be sure to follow @StayCougarSafe on Twitter for additional news on how you can become a "co-producer" of safety in the UH community.
UH Opens Its First Touchless, Checkout-Free Market
Chartwells Higher Education has partnered with Standard to open a touchless market on campus! Learn more about the market's features and UH's commitment to touchfree services.
Department Appointment Portal
So much to do and not enough time to stand in line!? Don’t worry, you can get in line remotely! We will text you when you’ve reached the front of the line.
UH Pride Face Coverings
Shop unique University face masks and covers at the Campus Store.
UHPD Hosts Virtual National Night Out
In case you missed it, check out the replay of UHPD's finest in support of National Night Out.
Color Field on View Through May 2021
Color Field provides opportunities to question our perceptions while thinking about the impact color has on our lives. Featuring large-scale sculptures by six contemporary artists, this free exhibition is displayed throughout the University of Houston’s park-like campus.
Cougar Card Upload Photo Checklist
Getting your Cougar Card is now easy as 1,2,3 with the simple 3-step process. This process includes uploading your photo on the Access UH Dashboard, receiving an email notifying if your photo has been approved or denied, and lastly making an appointment to pick up your Cougar Card from the Cougar Card Office. “ The three step process allows you to capture your smile with a contactless experience without standing in a line”, stated Lear Hickman, Assistant Director of Cougar Card Office.
Zoom Backgrounds
We have created a few backgrounds for you to use for your Zoom or Team meetings.
UH Community Updates on COVID-19
The University of Houston continues to closely monitor the global outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus). We have established the email address coronavirus@uh.edu to answer questions from the UH community.
The Latest Issue is Now Online
For all the news and highlights from across the Division of A&F, check out the latest issue of the A&F Virtual Services Newsletter which is sent to all Division Staff.
Houston Public Media's Response to COVID-19
Expanded Services to Greater Houston Reaching More Than 1.6 Million a Week
- EDUCATION
- NEWS AND INFORMATION
- ARTS & CULTURE
HR Virtual Training

To meet the training needs of our UH community, Human Resources is offering live virtual training programs covering a variety of topics. These programs will include training from Talent Acquisition and Management, the Human Resources Business Partners, and Talent Development.

Take a tour of our training offerings to get started on your personal development journey today!
Click here for more information.
Office of Administration 2019 Annual Highlights
With a steadfast commitment to the A&F S.P.I.R.I.T. of “Customer Service Excellence,” the Office of Administration includes an exemplary portfolio of on-campus services among the program areas of Auxiliary Services, and University Services.

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE AT A GLANCE

77trees planted last year
1 MILLION# of meals per year in the 2 dining commons
Nearly 700UH System Collection Artworks
$1.5 BILLIONinvested in facilities
4,000# of COAST participants

Departments

PAUHS
With nearly 700 pieces, the UH System has one of the largest and most significant public art collections in the entire country. This new publication will be a platform for announcing the latest news involving the collection, highlighting various pieces, programs and events, and providing links to relevant news about the public art field.
Houston Public Media
Houston Public Media is a service of the University of Houston and supported with financial gifts from the community. Houston Public Media combines broadcast and digital assets to serve residents of Southeast Texas with quality local news and entertainment, as well as national programming from NPR and PBS. With a combined weekly audience of more than 1.5 million, Houston Public Media is committed to delivering content that expands minds and possibilities with trusted information.
Police Operations
The University of Houston Police Department (UHPD) strives to enable students, faculty, staff and visitors to be safe while pursuing their on-campus endeavors.
Human Resources
To attract, develop, motivate, and retain a diverse and engaged workforce committed to supporting and enhancing the mission of the University. We accomplish this through providing Tier One customer service and partnering with the UHS community to maximize the potential of our greatest asset- Our Employees.
Office of Administration
An exemplary portfolio of on-campus services ranging across third-party dining, parking, shuttle and bookstore operations among the program areas of Auxiliary and University Services, as well as system master planning through the UH System-wide Public Art Committee, an advisory committee to the UH System Board of Regents, and fundamental initiatives of best practices in sustainability, assessment and evaluation.
Stay Cougar S.A.F.E.
The University of Houston is an open campus filled with people who care about each other. Because of its open accessibility, all students, faculty and staff are encouraged to exercise a sense of personal responsibility for their own safety and well-being, and the safety and well-being of others. While crime can happen anywhere, when we act as a community that knows and cares about the safety of others, ourselves and our property, we lessen the likelihood of being victimized, and we showcase our Cougar Pride.
Equal Opportunity Services
The Office of Equal Opportunity Services acts on behalf of the University as a neutral fact finder that enforces the University’s Equal Opportunity Policies.
Facilities/Construction Management
Facilities Planning and Construction delivers exceptional and enduring projects that maximize value and support the University's Tier One strategic initiatives through superior facilities planning and project management services.
Office of Finance
The Office of Finance is the source for all financial information, training, reports and policies at the University of Houston. All finance-related forms, calendars and references can be found here.