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11/06/2025, 02:10:01 PM
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First-Gen Week

First Gen Day in celebrated on November 8th and is the day that we celebrate first-generation students who are the first in their family to attend a four-year university including those who are the first in their family to attend a four-year university in the United States. Click here for more information. 

Featured Weekend Events

Friday, November 7

  • UH Football Watch Party - Join us on the Monumental Stairs at the Student Center South to cheer on the UH Cougars versus UCF! Free Popcorn will be available to all attendees. Click here for more information.
  • Lifeguarding Course - Ready to gain life-saving skills and start a rewarding career? Sign up for the comprehensive American Red Cross Lifeguarding training! Click here for more information.
  • Nora's Home - Chef of the Day #3 - Nora’s Home provides affordable lodging for solid organ transplant patients and their families just 2.5 miles from the Texas Medical Center. More than a place to stay, it offers a warm, supportive, home-like environment where guests can find comfort and community while facing the challenges of life-saving transplant care. Click here for more information. 
  • Alpha Eta Alpha x UH Cougar Medics Project Linus Volunteering Event - Project Linus provides handmade blankets to kids in need all over the nation! Join us to learn how to make blankets for Project Linus and what you can do to further help this cause! Click here for more information.
  • Sketchbook Swap Event - The Creative Arts Club presents our sketchbook event in which attendees pass/give their sketchbooks to one another and also receive drawings in their own sketchbook. Click here for more information. 
  • Raquetball Tournament Deadline - Get ready to compete! The upcoming Racquetball Tournament is open to all eligible UH students, faculty, and staff. Click here for more information. 

Saturday, November 8

  • BRUH Tournament - Come out and cheer for our fantastic BRUH (Badminton & Recreation at University of Houston) team as they host/compete in the Doubles Tournament! They've trained hard, and now it's time to show them some Cougar Pride. Click here for more information. 
  • First-Gen Day of Service - This event is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to come together in service and pride to help keep our campus beautiful. It’s a meaningful way to give back to the UH community while supporting the values of leadership, stewardship, and collaboration that define our first-generation students. Click here for more information.
  • Tear It Up Esports - Fighting Game Tournament at UH! Click here for more information. 

Sunday, November 9

  • Open Rec Sunday - Looking for a focused and productive way to hit your fitness goals? The Rec Center is open for a full day of training! Click here for more information. 

Upcoming Events - Next Week

Monday, November 10

Wednesday, November 12

  • Cougar Campout - Experiencing the outdoors is a great way to support your wellness. Come eat smores and learn how to check out camping and outdoor recreation supplies from  UH's own Outdoor Adventure! Click here for more information. 
  • Free Lunch Wednesday - Connect over a hot meal. All are welcome. Click here for more information.
  • PAWS Support Group - This discussion-based support group is for UH students with disabilities to gain support, community, and skills related to the transition to college, independence, self advocation, effective communication, social skills, and overall self-confidence. Click here for more information. 
  • New Year, New You: Career Prep Over Break - Winter break is a great time to relax and recharge—but it can also be a valuable opportunity to keep your career goals moving forward. This virtual presentation will share simple, low-stress ways to stay on track with your career development during the break. Learn how to update your resume, explore career options, strengthen your LinkedIn profile, and set achievable goals for the new year. Click here for more information.

Thursday, November 13

  • Surviving the Holidays: Conversations and Boundaries - This workshop will help students prepare for the emotional and social challenges of the holiday season. Participants will learn practical strategies for navigating difficult conversations with family or friends, setting healthy boundaries, and maintaining personal well-being during a time that can be both joyful and stressful. Click here for more information.
  • Beginner Olympics - Already know the basics of strength training? Then test your skills out in our advanced strength training course! We will be covering various compound movements + incorporating different workout formats to aid you on your strength and fitness journey! Click here for more information. 

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