Contact Us
International Programs
University West Building, Suite 228
Phone: +1 (361) 570-4106
Fax: +1 (361) 580-5540
Email: international@uhv.edu
To schedule an appointment or Join International Programs at the Virtual Lobby on Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Central Standard Time (The university is closed on weekends and federal holidays). Walk-in appointments are welcome. International Programs encourages students to schedule a in-person and virtual meetings via Microsoft Bookings. All virtual appointments will be recorded.
In-Person Assistance:
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Ms. Yvonne Garcia: Monday, Wednesday–Friday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Ms. Becky Townsend: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Ms. Caci Cooley: In-person at UHV Katy Wednesdays 9 a.m.–2 p.m. and 3–5 p.m.
In-Person Assistance (Katy) - Appointments are required.
Wednesday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m. and 3–5 p.m.
Friday: 12–4 p.m. (by appointment only)
Email Inquiries/ Document Processing:
Email responses are answered within 1-2 business days, admissions/ I-20 issuance 3–5 business days, immigration related documents 3–5 business days, CPT and OPT 7–10 business days, letter requests 3 business days.

Yvonne Garcia
Director, International Programs
Phone: (361) 570-4123

Shonna Stirneman
Senior Administrative Secretary
Phone: (361) 485-4482

Becky Townsend
International Student Specialist
Phone: (361) 570-4136

Caci Cooley
Coordinator, International Student Recruitment
Phone: (361) 485-4441
Connect with us via Social Media:
Skype: uhvinternational
WeChat: UHVInternational