Weeks of Welcome

Hey Coogs! It’s the second week of UH Weeks of Welcome and we have another great line-up of events for you to enjoy! Start the week off right with a Virtual Involvement Fair to learn more about different student organizations, then join us Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. to see UH’s top DJ open for EDM artist Krewella in a virtual concert. Join SNL Comedians Melissa Villasenor and Chris Redd on Wednesday evening for a night of laughter. Finally, headlining artist Rico Nasty takes the (virtual) stage on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. For more information about these events or other Weeks of Welcome activities, visit uh.edu/wow.

Get Your Flu Shots on Campus!

This pandemic season, it is more important than ever to get your flu shot! You have two ways to get them this year: at the Student Health Center, or at one of seven on-campus flu clinics beginning September 8, 2020. This shot will be at no cost to you with your private or university-sponsored insurance plan, or $35 for self-pay students. Appointments are required. To make an appointment or for more information, visit the Student Health Center website.

Want to live on campus this fall?

There are still spaces available for those who want to live on campus this fall! To fill out an application, visit AccessUH and select the myHousing portal. Questions? Call us at 713-743-6000 or email us at housing@uh.edu. Visit UH.edu/housing to view all of our housing options.

New Scholarhip Opportunity for Coogs by Coogs

The UH chapter of Kappa Alpha Order, a national fraternity, will be offering The Gentleman's Scholarship this fall to two incoming male UH students in the form of $200 of financial assistance. The application is very simple and will be open until September 14, 2020.

Cooglife magazine’s “Welcome to Houston” issue is out today!

Cooglife magazine (UH’s life, arts and culture magazine from the Center for Student Media) invites you to check out our “Welcome to Houston” issue — available now and packed with helpful tips, articles and fun content to help students thrive in Houston and the new semester.

Cougar Ally Training

Registration for our Cougar Ally Trainings is now open. Learn about the LGBTQ+ community and how to be an ally.

When: October 1 and November 6, 2020

Coogs Conquer (C-2) Series

CAPS is helping Coogs Conquer (C-2) mental health concerns through our online C-2 series. These brief group sessions will continue throughout September and are free to UH students, faculty, and staff. Check out CAPS calendar for a complete list of dates and times.

• Mindfulness - Learn about and practice techniques proven to improve focus and reduce stress.
• Return to "Campus" - Join us Thursdays to share and discuss ways to engage successfully both emotionally and academically this fall.
• Racial Trauma is Real - Protests following the murders of Black community members have reignited long-overdue conversations about anti-black racism in America. Learn about and understand the impact of racial trauma and how to cope and/or support those affected by racially traumatic events.

Rec Beats

UH Rec is open with extended hours! 

Monday-Thursday | 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. 
Friday | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. 
Saturday | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
Sunday | 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. 

All in-person workouts are through reservation only! For all reopening guidelines & procedures visit our website.

Stay active through our Live Group Fitness Classes: Connect with us in person and on Zoom. Check out the new group fitness schedule every month.

Ready for some competition??? Stay active with us and spring into our Fall Step Challenge walking‍ September 7 through October 6! If you are active in other ways, this challenge is just right for you! Click on the Intramural Sports icon at myrec.uh.edu to register by September 4, 2020!

Are you looking for an adventure soon? UH Outdoor Adventure has got you covered with our Outdoor Trips & the Equipment Rental Shop! 

Let's Talk Program

Suicide Prevention Training: QPR

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month! Join CAPS every Wednesday this month from 12-1 p.m. to learn the skills needed to prevent suicide and create a community of care at UH. Sign up is required.