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Join the Weeks of Welcome Volunteer Team!

As we prepare to welcome students back to campus, we're excited for UH Weeks of Welcome, taking place August 20 - September 5. This campus-wide celebration helps new and returning students connect with resources, student organizations, and the Cougar community.

Many of our signature events depend on the support of faculty, staff, and student leader volunteers. Whether you're helping with check-in, directing attendees, or distributing food, giveaways, or t-shirts, your time makes a meaningful impact. Even volunteering for just one shift helps create a memorable first impression for our students. As a thank-you, volunteers will also receive promotional items and giveaways.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Student Center Welcome Back
    Thursday, August 27 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
    Student Center South- Houston Room
    Volunteer Sign-Up ​Here​
    Questions: Erin Woods-Castle (ewoods4@central.uh.edu)
     
  • Cat's Back
    Tuesday, August 25 | 3:00–5:00 p.m.
    Wednesday, August 26 | 12:00–2:00 p.m.
    Student Center South (2nd Floor)
    Volunteer Sign-Up Here
    Questions: Allyson Yolland (aeyollan@central.uh.edu)
     
  • 713 & Live
    Saturday, August 29 | 4:00–8:00 p.m.
    Student Center North Lawn
    Volunteer Sign-Up Here
    Questions: Kaitlin McMaryion (kemcmary@cougarnet.uh.edu)
     
  • Cougar Con
    Tuesday, September 1 | 4:00–8:00 p.m.
    Student Center South- Houston Room & Ballroom
    Volunteer Sign-Up: Here
    Questions: Kaitlin McMaryion (kemcmary@cougarnet.uh.edu)
     
  • Global Fusion
    Wednesday, September 2 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
    Student Center South- Houston Room
    Volunteer Sign-Up Here
    Questions: Amanda Dotson (adotson@central.uh.edu)
     
  • Healthy U Events
    • Speed Friending: Monday, August 24 | 5:00–7:00 p.m. | Student Center South Houston Room 
      Volunteer Sign-Up Here
    • Breakfast & Brainfood: Friday, August 28 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | The Quad Lobby and Conference Room
      Volunteer Sign-Up Here
      Questions: Katie Dash (kedash@central.uh.edu)
       
  • Student CommUNITY Mixers
    • Hispanic/Latine Student Mixer: Aug. 24 | 4:00–6:00 p.m. | Student Center South- Ballroom   
    • APIDA Student Mixer: Aug. 26 | 4:00–6:00 p.m. | Student Center South- Ballroom
    • LGBTQ+ Ice Cream Social: Aug. 27 | 4:00–6:00 p.m. | Student Center South- Ballroom
    • Black/African American Mixer: Aug. 31 | 5:00–7:00 p.m. | Student Center South- Houston Room   
      Volunteer Sign-Up Here
      Questions: Angie Annelus (alannelu@cougarnet.uh.edu)
       

Learn more about Weeks of Welcome.

Thank you for helping us create an unforgettable welcome for our newest Cougars. We hope you'll sign up to volunteer!