UH Launches New Mental Health Services for UH Students

UH has expanded the CoogsCARE services offered to students by adding two cutting-edge tools designed to support students’ mental health: Togetherall and Welltrack Boost. Learn more about these free services and the University’s innovative approach to improve the mental health and wellbeing of our entire campus community.

White Cane Safety Day 2023 

The 17th Annual Houston White Cane Safety Day is just around the corner! This Program & Resource Fair will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the Awareness March walking through campus. The event will also include a Mayoral Proclamation, White Cane Safety Day History, Resource Fair, Grand Prize Giveaway, Door Prizes, Guest Speakers, Musical Performances, and Lunch with Registration, click here to register. We hope you can join us at this year’s White Cane Safety Day!

Date: Tuesday, October 10th, beginning at 9:30 a.m., located in the Student Center South Ballroom. Click here for more information. 

MD Anderson Library Collections and Space Project Begins

Effective October 16, MD Anderson Library floors 7 and 8 will be CLOSED for an extended period. Seating will be redistributed within the library and books will be available by request. 

Click here for more information. 

Mental Health First Aid

UH Wellness is hosting a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training which teaches people how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health or substance use challenges. RSVP here by October 5th to attend.

Date: October 18th, beginning at 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., located in the Student Center South Astrodome Room. Click here for more information. 

Diamond Emergency Fund 

The Diamond Emergency Fund is specifically designed for students who have been foster care impacted, considered a ward of the state, or have experienced the loss of one or both parents. We understand that financial stressors can arise unexpectedly, and our aim is to support students during these difficult times.The Diamond Emergency Fund is specifically designed for students who have been foster care impacted, considered a ward of the state, or have experienced the loss of one or both parents. We understand that financial stressors can arise unexpectedly, and our aim is to support students during these difficult times.

Click here to learn more.