Administration & Finance

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE

Jim McShan Portrait

Jim McShan

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, click here for the A&F Virtual Services Update video and be sure to check out the latest issue of the A&F Virtual Services Newsletter. To subscribe to the newsletter click here.

A&F Social Media

Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday is a social media informational initiative that will further the University's mission to heighten awareness and integrate well-being into campus life. To make a UH community-wide sustainable difference, rotational highlights will include the various physical fitness and mental health programs available at the University and champion for complete mind, body and soul wellness.
Stay Cougar Safe
Congratulations to a few of our Trading Card Thursday’s winners! Stay tuned for more fun games and giveaways coming very soon!
New July Issue Now Online
For all the news and highlights from across the Division of A&F, click here for the A&F Virtual Services Update video and be sure to check out the latest issue of the A&F Virtual Services Newsletter. To subscribe to the newsletter click here.

Highlights

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.
Dining Services Opening Safely Plan
For real-time updates on what to expect in the fall semester, look for the “Opening Safely” banner at dineoncampus.com/uh. All dining procedures, protocols, and hours of operation are subject to change based on the current health pandemic.
Human Resources Hosts First Virtual Wellness Fair
During the two weeks of open enrollment, the Benefits Team hosted a virtual Benefits and Wellness Fair for the UH Community. There were 90+ virtual sessions that were offered to our Faculty and Staff ranging in topic from Medical to Retirement to Health and Wellbeing. With over 1,000 employees participating, the Benefits Team considers this a successful event. A huge thank you to the team for pioneering the first ever virtual UH Benefits Fair. Great Job!
Coog Services @Home
Welcome to Coog Services @Home! Come and browse through all that we offer from the comfort of your home.
Thank You!
Thank you all for going above and beyond! We appreciate your commitment to service excellence during these unprecedented times.
Updated Dining Schedule
Moody Dining Commons - Service Update

Due to the City of Houston’s order that all food service establishments stop in-service dining for 15 days, effective on March 17, 2020, we now ask that you take your food to go.
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.
A&F S.P.I.R.I.T. Spring 2020 Issue
As we continue through the spring of 2020, it's an exiciting time of renewal as we continue to upward trajectory of new beginnings throughout the Division, our departments and program areas.
Stay Home, Work Safe
The Harris County “Stay Home, Work Safe” directive is extended through April 30. This order requires all individuals anywhere in Harris County to stay at home – except for certain Essential Activities and work to provide Essential Business and Essential Government services or perform essential infrastructure construction.
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.
Food for Thought
UH Expert Offers Best Practices for Handling Groceries and Take-Out During Coronavirus Pandemic.
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.
Stay Cougar S.A.F.E. “Co-Producers” Support “Network of Safety”
Read the “Network of Safety” leadership message from the Chief Financial Officer, view video highlights from the Office of Administration Staff Appreciation event and learn more in the latest issue.
Off Site - Public Art University of Houston System
Public Art UHS serves the community on site through traditional programming and also off site. This hub brings together a variety of content that can be enjoyed. publicartuhs.org

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.