Academic Advising


The staff members in our undergraduate and graduate advising offices are invaluable educational advocates. They're your go-to source for student information, from orientation to commencement. Check out these exceptional services:

  • Academic advising for undergraduate, graduate and transfer students
  • Assistance with petitions, such as a change of major, transfer course or an independent study
  • Assistance with scholarships
  • Study abroad guidance and referrals
  • Assistance with graduation logistics
  • Assistance coordinating paperwork for readmission from suspension

Students are requested to make appointments with the appropriate academic services staff member, if they need assistance. Appointments are typically scheduled from 9 – 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 – 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Graduate Office Undergraduate Office
Maggie Padilla
Maggie Padilla
Director of Executive Programs
Email: mmpadilla@uh.edu
Phone: 713.743.1693
Room: 239-F
Belen Licona

Belen Licona
Global Program Manager
Email: beliconaromero@uh.edu
Phone: 713-743-4173
Room: 239-F

Jason Moreno

Jason Moreno
Graduate Program Manager
Email: jmoreno29@uh.edu
Phone: 713-742-5948
Room: CHC 235E

Jeremy Dafoe
Jeremy L. Dafoe Director of the Eric's Club Center for Student Success
Email: jdafoe@uh.edu
Phone: 713.743.3740
Room: CSS 104-H
Dawn Deurell
Dawn A. Deurell Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Email: dadeurell@uh.edu
Phone: 713.743.0465
Room: CSS 104-C
Gwen Meaux
Gwen Meaux Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Email: gemeaux@uh.edu
Phone: 713.743.5969
Room: CSS 104-B
Tracy Davis
Tracy Guran Davis Undergraduate Advising Assistant
Email: tgdavis@uh.edu
Phone: 713.743.1670
Room: CSS 104