Cynthia Bowden

BOWDEN GOES BY THE BOOK

Having navigated the sometimes tricky waters of registration, enrollment and degree requirements, both as a former student and currently as an academic adviser, UH alumna Cynthia Bowden understands the value of clear communication.

She and her colleagues in the School of Art often ask the question – “What are the opportunities for misinterpretation?”

There’s no misinterpreting UH’s decision to honor Bowden with the George Magner Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising.

“She knows the book, she follows the book, she can explain the book, and she’s working to improve the book – for the students,” one colleague wrote in a letter of support.

“Every minute spent processing paperwork, answering e-mails, correcting mistakes, reviewing degree plans and hammering out revisions of departmental information is worth the effort because it moves students closer to attaining their goals,” Bowden said.

The award carries a $1,000 check and a plaque.

Douglas Britt
Staff writer