President Khator's Student Roundtable!

We are now taking applications from Coogs who are interested in attending the next Roundtable with President Khator. At this Roundtable, President Khator would like to hear about your campus life experiences. Register here as spots are limited and the deadline to sign up is September 8th, 2023 by 1:00 p.m.

If you are selected to attend, you will receive an email confirmation or a telephone call from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. We ask that you complete the form and briefly share why you should be selected OR tell us about a question or topic you want to discuss with the President, using 50 words or less.

The Roundtable will be an in-person small group in an informal setting on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023 or Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please choose the date that works for you and remember seating is limited.

Weeks of Welcome

Whether you are a new or returning Coog, the University of Houston wants to give you a warm welcome! During the Weeks of Welcome, numerous departments put on lots of FREE events for students to have fun, learn about the university, and get lots of freebies. This is a perfect time to make new friends and find your place at UH. See our Signature Events and Full Schedule below! Download your Event Pass ahead of time to ensure a smooth check-in process for all WOW events.

Dates: Events are happening through Saturday, September 2nd. Click here for more information on the event and specific activities happening.

Bring Your Cougar Card to Enter MD Anderson Library

Your Cougar Card is the easiest, fastest way to access the MD Anderson Library! All University of Houston students, faculty, and staff are required to use your physical Cougar Card for entry to the MD Anderson Library through the security turnstiles. Swipe in or tap the proximity card sensor. Click here for more information.

The Horticulture Society General Meeting

Come to our introductory meeting to learn about the organization and the greenhouse! This event is presented by the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Click here for more information.

Date: Tuesday, August 29th, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.in Greenhouse by SR1.

Commuter Cookout

Calling all commuter students! Dive into our Commuter Cook-Out event, co-hosted by the Student Program Board and the Dean of Students. Join us for free food, raffles, and bingo. The highlight: we're raffling a FREE paid zone parking spot! Screening of The Little Mermaid (Live Action). Click here for more information.

Date: Tuesday, August 29th, from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in Lynn Eusan Park.

Greek-A-Palooza

The Center for Fraternity and Student Life is presenting Greek-A-Palooza an exciting event where UH students will be able to connect with and learn more about the different fraternities and sororities on campus. It’s a fun-filled event with music, activities, and games that you don’t want to miss. Come Discover the UH Greek in You! Click here for more information.

Date: Wednesday, August 30th, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Student Center South Houston Room.

Behind the Badge

Join us for Behind the Badge, a community engagement event that allows the campus community the opportunity to meet and talk with local law enforcement. This event is presented by the Office of Administration. Click here for more information.

Date: Wednesday, August 30th, from, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sunrise & Sunset Yoga

Flow into your day with this 45 minute, all levels, outdoor yoga session. Allow yourself to be present as you take in the sights and sounds of our beautiful campus. No experience necessary. A limited number of mats will be available. Click here for more information.

Date: Wednesday, August 30th, session 1 begins at 7 a.m., and session 2 begins at 7 p.m. in the Cullen Family Plaza.

Rec Fest

Join us for our biannual Rec Fest! Thursday presented by Campus Recreation. Get your FREE T-shirt and giveaways, try out demos, enjoy inflatable activities, groove to music, connect with sport clubs and more! Click here for more information.

Date: Thursday, August 31st, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Healthy Tailgate

Get amped for the first football game of the season at Healthy Tailgate. Join us for food, music, games, and fun as we prepare to cheer on our Coogs as they face off against UTSA at TDECU Stadium. Click here for more information.

Date: Saturday, September 2nd, starting at 3:00 p.m.

Family Weekend

Hey Coogs, come spend the weekend with your family or friends. You can enjoy delicious food and learn about the services we provide. Additionally, you can attend a variety of events for the whole family, including a Friday Fish Fry, Movie Night (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse), Saturday football game & pre-game tailgate, educational sessions and meet & greets with academic and student affairs departments, and much more! Click here to register before September 1st, and click here for more info.

Dates: September 22nd - September 24th, times varying.