Fall 2015 Student Life Insert

WEEKS OF WELCOME Aug. 20 - Sept. 6, 2015

STUDENT LIFE

FALL 2015 CULTURE CONNECT WEEK

HOMECOMING Nov. 2 - 7, 2015

Feb. 29 - March 4, 2016

FRONTIER FIESTA March 24 - 26, 2016

DAY OF SERVICE Aug. 29, 2015

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WEEKS OF WELCOME

Keys to WOW are in your hands #UHWOW15 on Redline

UH Weeks of Welcome 2015 (#UHWOW15) offers plenty of programs, giveaways and opportunities to get involved on campus and explore what UH has in store for you.

The goal of #UHWOW15 is to provide information, connect new and returning UH students to student organizations, departments, and resources, through the promotion of events and programs on a centralized calendar at www.uh.edu/wow.

The full calendar is also available via the UH Redline App. To download Redline, visit www.uh.edu/redline or search for “UH Redline” in the iOS or Android app store.

UHWOW15 Scavenger Hunt

As part of this campus-wide search for pride, you will learn more about a few UH traditions, discover some of the unique offerings at UH, become more familiar with campus, and hopefully make some new friends along the way.

All of the fun begins Monday, August 24 through Sunday, September 6. This hunt is not meant to be competitive because the eligibility for prizes is linked to the number of tasks each participant completes. The more tasks you complete, the more prizes you qualify to win!

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Rules •Students must complete each task correctly by 11:30p.m. on Sunday, September 6th to qualify for any of the prize drawings.

•Prize winners must go through enrollment verification before receiving any prize, which will confirm enrollment in at least 3 credit hours at

The full Weeks of Welcome schedule is also available at

How to Join the Hunt:

www.uh.edu/wow/

We got your Cat’s Back!

The campus is full of energy as the 2015 Fall semester has begun. In celebration, the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Services will host the Cat’s Back: Fall 2015 event. Don’t miss all of the fun on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. in the UH Recreation and Wellness Center.

As a tradition for over a decade, this event’s purpose is to help welcome new and returning students to campus for the New Year. This year’s Cat’s Back Event will feature a Student Organizations Fair, free food, fun interactive activities, chances to win great prizes and FREE T-shirts (while supplies last).

the University of Houston campus and that all accounts are in good standing.

•Photo submissions depicting violations of the UH Student Code of Conduct will result in disqualification and may lead to further disciplinary action.

•All photos submitted for the completed tasks will be reviewed by the UH WOW Scavenger Hunt Committee.

•All decisions related to whether a task is complete or incomplete are final.

1. Search for “Scavify” on your App Store (available in Apple and Google) to download 2. Join the Hunt - Open the app, create a username and password, and search for the “UHWOW15” (case sensitive, no spaces neeeded) hunt.

3. Play - Once the hunt begins on Monday, Aug. 24, you will be able to see the list of tasks, begin uploading your photos and answering questions.

Explore UH: Campus Prowl 2015

For more information about Cat’s Back, visit www.uh.edu/thecatsback

ABOUT STUDENT LIFE

Student Life is a publication of the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Services.

For information, contact: Student Centers Administrative Services & Operations Office 4100 University Dr. Rm. 237, Houston, TX 77204-3049 Phone: (832) 842-6260 Fax: (713) 743-5282

WEEKS OF WELCOME

Aug. 20 - Sept. 6, 2015

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HOMECOMING Nov. 2 - 7, 2015

Sept. 4, 2015

FRONTIER FIESTA

The Road to Success during your academic career starts with being aware of your campus resources.

The Campus Prowl on Tuesday, Sept. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. will align many campus department open houses into a singular event, giving students the opportunity to learn more about their resources.

This event will feature chances to win prizes like a Microsoft Surface 3 tablet and a free Campus Prowl 2015 T-shirt.

Get to know more about the UH Campus and learn about the different resources from these University Departments and Services.

Blaffer Art Museum Campus Ministries Association Center for Diversity and Inclusion Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life Center for Student Involvement Center for Student Media Counseling & Psychological Services Distance Education Learning Abroad Student Housing & Residential Life UH Arts UH Health Center UH Wellness UH Writing Center/ Academic Affairs Undergraduate Student Success Center Undergraduate Studies Office / College of Education University Career Services Urban Experience Program Women & Gender Resource Center and LGBT Resource Center

March 24 - 26, 2016

DAY OF SERVICE Aug. 29, 2015

For more information visit:

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Whose House? Coogs House!

Make sure to get there early because there will be free Cage Rage T-Shirts!

Gates open at 6 p.m., and the event starts at 6:30. Students can enter TDECU Stadium though Gate 2, the Southeast Entrance, next to Cougar Place.

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Saturday, Aug. 29, the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) and partners are hosting the WOW Day of Service – register by Aug. 28 to participate. Projects include painting houses, working with the Public Library, and Meals on Wheels.

To learn more, explore CSI’s volunteer directory, or register for the WOW Day of Service visit us at www.uh.edu/csi/leadership or call 832-842-6245.

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Get ready, Coogs, because the 2015 Cougar football season is almost here, and what better way to kick off the year right than to attend Cage Rage!

Cage Rage starts with the 2015 Houston Pep Rally, then follows up with a meet and greet with coaches and players.

Cougars serve our community! Last year, 455 students, faculty and staff participated in the annual MLK Day of Service, over 4,000 students participated in 96 events with the Metropolitan Volunteer Program (MVP), and students served together at Houston nonprofits during spring break.

UH Cougars are making a difference throughout the Houston community:

At the Center for Student Involvement, we provide the tools and expertise to develop student leaders and organizations to become the best they can be! Check out our website or visit us in Student Center North to find out what we have to offer! Get involved today!

Follow us on social media! www.uh.edu/csi

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We bring the FUN to campus.

Office Hours Mon–Thurs: 8AM–6PM, Friday: 8AM–5PM

1st floor of the Student Center North Rm. 103

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Our mission is to enrich student life and promote cultural diversity through inclusive and educational events.

A.I.M.M. for the stars!

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion created an initiative last spring to aid in the recruitment and retention of African American and Hispanic males at the University of Houston.

The new program, Achievement Initiative for Minority Males (A.I.M.M.), provides academic support and character and leadership development through monthly programs and workshops. Participants in the program engage in community service opportunities, study hall sessions, and receive mentoring from male faculty/ staff members. The program provides a great opportunity to work with male students of color to address challenges they may face. It also provides resources that are instrumental in helping them navigate college and life.

Currently the program consists of 16 upperclassmen. This fall there is an opportunity for 16 incoming students to be a part of the second cohort.

Interested students will have an opportunity to learn more about the program

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by attending a mixer on Wednesday, Sept.

2 at 6 p.m. in the Center for Diversity and Inclusion located in the Student Center South, suite B12. At the mixer, interested students will engage with current members of A.I.M.M. and hear about their experience in the program.

Applicants for the Fall 2015 cohort will participate in a group interview process, must have three letters of recommendation, write a one-page summary of their interest in the program, and have at least at 3.0 GPA. The incoming students selected will be paired with an upperclassmen in the program who will serve as their mentor.

“We are very excited to have a program such as A.I.M.M. on our campus. Numerous universities have similar programs that help eliminate the barriers that many male students of color face when navigating college. We look forward to seeing the program grow and make a difference in the lives of many both now and in the future,” said A.I.M.M advisor Niya Blair.

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Start a cultural conversation!

Do you appreciate listening and learning from others and enjoy sharing your personal experiences and knowledge?

Are you looking for an opportunity to engage in dialogue about diversity-related topics?

If so, the Center for Diversity and Inclusion hosts two intercultural dialogues each semester.

CDI Ambassadors facilitate these dialogues which include but are not limited to topics such as race, sexual orientation, religion, disabilities, socioeconomic status, stereotypes, culture, non-traditional students, and other aspects of diversity.

The first Cultural Conversation will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 2 in the Center for Diversity and Inclusion (Student Center South, Room B12) and will focus on the effects of the recent Supreme Court marriage equality decision.

On Wednesday, Oct. 14 the second Cultural Conversation will focus on the challenges and anxieties that documented and undocumented immigrants face during their time in college.

Everyone is invited to attend and encouraged to bring questions.

If you would like to suggest a cultural conversation topic or ask a question, please email jdgonzales@uh.edu or call 713-743-6047. For more information, visit www.uh.edu/cdi.

What did others say about previous Cultural Conversations?

-“It was fun and engaging. I was inspired afterwards.”

-“[P]eople can have contrasting views, but they can be discussed in a safe way here.”

- “The different stories everyone brought to the conversation were engaging because I was learning something new about them.”

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GET INVOLVED

Get Involved: leave your mark!

Are you looking to leave your mark at UH? Involvement in a Student Organization is a great way for your to find your place on campus. UH has over 400 student organizations! You can find opportunities for involvement on the Get Involved web portal.

Get Involved is a web-based system that encourages students to connect to campus through student organization membership, programs, and events.

You owe it to yourself to make your years

at UH memorable! Log on to AccessUH, click Get Involved and sign up today!

Learn the knowledge to LeadUH! Select the track of your choice to become a leader The mission of LeadUH is to provide an accessible, engaging, and customizable leadership training program for the UH community by highlighting the wealth of academic, professional, and personal development resources across campus.

LeadUH is a move-at-your-own-paceworkshop program that is open to all university students.

The program is comprised of four leadership tracks. Attend six 1-hour workshops to complete your chosen track. Every workshop will provide you with new leadership skills and knowledge.

Participants will be recognized at three achievement levels: Bronze – completion of any 2 tracks, Silver – any 4 tracks, and as the program grows, Gold – any six tracks.

Register for the program at www.uh.edu/ csi/leadership.

YouLEAD: Leadership & Life Skills Track • Gain basic leadership competencies that are vital to your success in college and personal life.

• Sponsored by Center for Student Involvement SOLD Series: Student Organization Leadership Development Track • Ideal for current and future student organization leaders looking for opportunities to develop their organization management skills.

• Sponsored by Center for Student Involvement LeadWELL: Wellness Leadership Track • Learning to lead yourself is just as important as learning to lead others – find the right balance for your leadership style.

• Sponsored by UH Wellness CoogCareers: Career Leadership Track • Discover your career path and connect with employers during career counseling sessions, career panels, mock-interviews, and networking events.

• Sponsored by University Career Services

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You should be at InfraRED! InfraRED is UH’s signature monthly late night event for students featuring free performances, free food, activities and tons of other entertainment for Coogs.

From Casinos to 90s Parties, InfraRED has it all. If you are looking for the fun…InfraRED is the place to be!

We’ll see you there…don’t forget your Cougar Card!

 Aug. 29: Casino (Student Centers)  Oct. 2: Bollywood (Student Centers)  Nov. 6: Homecoming (Hofheinz Pavilion)  Feb. 5: Lip Sync (Student Centers)  March 4: Cosplay (Student Centers)  April 1: I heart the 90s (Student Centers

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Ignite your leadership skills The Center for Student Involvement offers leadership development opportunities that meet your interests, build your skills and fit your schedule.

The Ignite Leadership Program is currently accepting online applications through Sept. 3.

Level I participants develop their personal leadership skills, learn about campus resources, participate in a retreat and work with an Ignite Mentor.

Level II participants improve their team leadership skills, working in cohorts including Fraternal, Social Justice, Media and Organizational Leadership.

Catalyst Leadership Luncheons are free opportunities to meet and learn from community leaders in an informal setting.

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SGA MISSION The Student Government Association serves as the official voice of the student body. We advocate on behalf of you, our fellow Coogs, to ensure you are getting a Tier One education and college-life experience that you will take with you beyond your collegiate career. We accomplish this through continuous collaboration with our peers, faculty, staff and University administration. We wish you a successful year and we look forward to serving you. Go Coogs!

RSVP for our first speaker, Houston Councilmember Ellen Cohen, on Sept. 17.

For more information about leadership opportunities, visit www.uh.edu/csi/leadership or call 832-842-6245.

Shaun Theriot-Smith President

Tanzeem Chowdhury Vice President

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JOIN US AT Explore UH’s fraternity/sorority community Making the decision to join a Fraternity or Sorority allows one to experience leadership development that will last a lifetime, create lifelong friendships, impact positive change on campus, the community and the world.

Fraternities and sororities at the University of Houston have over 50 years of providing students with leadership opportunities, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to service and civic engagement. Our 45-plus organizations represent the diversity and energy of an exciting student body and give new Cougars access to the programs, relationships and support systems that will help them succeed at UH. The Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life (CFSL), located in the Student Center North building (N101), is a great place to find your fit.

Members of fraternities and sororities

participate in Homecoming, Frontier Fiesta, other student organizations and many other events that make our campus a great place to learn and live.

Our fraternities and sororities are represented by five governing councils.

•Houston Panhellenic Council (HPC) Sororities •Interfraternity Council (IFC) Fraternities, one new group starting this fall!

•Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) Fraternities and Sororities •National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Fraternities and Sororities •United Greek Council (UGC) Fraternities and Sororities We also have a special interests organization you can learn about and additional information on recruitment and how to join fraternities and sororities at www. uh.edu/cfsl.

We assist our community in a plethora of areas of service including education, health, homelessness awareness, animal service, and environment & sustainability. Make sure to attend our Informational Meeting, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Student Center Houston Room, for food and fun!

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Faith and free lunch go together at A.D. Bruce “We’re proud to host the Free Lunch series for our Campus Ministries Association,” said Bruce Twenhafel, the manager of the A.D. Bruce Religion Center. “We’re doing more than just offering students a bite to eat in the middle of their busy class days.

We’re giving them a place of refuge and an opportunity to reflect and discuss the

issues of the day with participants from all faith backgrounds.”

Students, Faculty and Staff are welcome.

Free Lunches are offered every Wednesday and Thursday during the Fall and Spring Semester from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

For more information about the Religion Center and the services it hosts, please visit www.uh.edu/adbruce.

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