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07/07/2024

All classes and activities are also canceled at UH, UH-Downtown, UH Katy and UH Sugar Land. Students and faculty should stay indoors and take necessary precautions.

07/05/2024

Here are a few books that should be on everyone’s never-ending book recommendations list:

07/02/2024

Looking for some fun July 4th ideas and activities this year? The Cougar's got you covered!

07/02/2024

Houston, we have a lineup! Check out The Cougar's top picks for must-see concerts over the next few months.

07/01/2024

Shead topped the Cougars in scoring with 12.9 points per game. Along with that, Shead led Houston and placed third in the Big 12 in assists per game (6.3), steals per game (2.2) and assist-turnover percentage (3.11, 2nd). Moreover, he was the first athlete to place in the top 26 in the United States in all three categories.

07/01/2024

While there was an incident reported by the Houston Police Department, the University was never under threat at any point during the night, said UHPD Lieutenant Anthony Davis.

06/25/2024

“Music has been my sanctuary, my therapy and my voice,” Lizzo said in a statement. “It has lifted me up during the toughest times and connected me with a community that embraces diversity and individuality.”

06/24/2024

📝✨ Calling all aspiring writers! 🌟 Enter our Opinion Article Writing Contest for a chance to see your voice published in The First Roar! 📰✨
Prompts are on slide 2, email your submissions to [email protected]

06/24/2024

UH’s journey in LGBTQ activism highlights the enduring struggle, resilience and progress of the community, illustrating its significant role in the broader LGBTQ rights movement in Texas and the nation.

06/21/2024

“By attempting to punish Omar so harshly, the university risks creating a climate of fear among students who might otherwise engage in activism and advocacy,” the petition said. “His future, including his academic and professional prospects, hangs in the balance.”

06/21/2024

“Chris Pezman has ushered the program through a period of incredible transformation, and we are grateful for his leadership over the past six years,” Khator’s statement reads. “This was a difficult but necessary decision as we navigate a paradigm shift in collegiate athletics.”

06/19/2024

It was only in 1961 that UH began accepting Black students on campus and the years that followed highlighted the struggles and triumphs of attending a predominantly white student body.

06/19/2024

Today, after almost a century and a half, people across the United States continue to celebrate this federal holiday.

It was announced as a federal holiday after President Joe Biden signed legislation in 2021, after nationwide protests that were followed by the police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.

06/19/2024

Houston Fans are excited to tune in to soccer magic across the globe. Check out what students are saying about the competition.

06/18/2024

School is out for the summer, but student discounts don't stop! The Cougar is here to help you find discounts for food, entertainment, and shopping!

06/18/2024

“This facility needs funding because the students that were using this space told me that the facility is necessary for their entire college career,” Sen. Jesus Nieto said. “If they don’t have this space, they will not be successful in the classroom.”

06/17/2024

“Being in the Big 12, is exciting and acknowledging that we are fully committed to this school, we started this project a little over six and a half months ago and we are now just over a year from being completed,” Senior Associate Athletics Director for Facilities T.J. Meagher said.

06/13/2024

This June, take time to remind yourself of q***r roots and focus on making a better place for LGBTQ+ people to feel safe among themselves and allies. We get nowhere through pointless exclusion when there are genuine issues to be addressed with pride events.

06/12/2024

“Dr. Kumar has introduced major curriculum innovations that have substantially improved student success by opening new pathways to business leadership positions for Bauer graduates,” the email said. “He also introduced highly successful programs in investment management, real estate, risk management and insurance, commercial banking, and personal financial planning.”

06/12/2024

Enjoy the event to the fullest by bringing friends and family to maximize the fun and embrace the festival’s spirit. Flaunt amazing outfits and makeup while showing support for the community and its people.

06/12/2024

Holding a felony conviction is a life-altering status for most Americans. The specific restrictions vary from state to state and with the severity of the conviction, but generally, it can prevent citizens from securing jobs, loans, government assistance — including FAFSA —, housing and voting.

06/11/2024

Internship season is in full swing! Check out The Cougar's tips for making sure you get the most out of your experience this summer!

06/10/2024

📰🐾Are you looking to join The Cougar this fall? It's the perfect time! We are hiring an Assistant News Editor and an Assistant Opinion Editor to start in August! 🐾📰

How to Apply:
Log in to Get Involved. Go to The Cougar page, and scroll down to the "Forms" section. Click on the Assistant Editors Application and fill it out! One of our editors will be get in touch with you to schedule an interview soon!
Click the link to apply: https://uh.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/641994

06/10/2024

Whether out of convenience or necessity, around 6000 students live on campus. Regardless of their reasoning, these students are often shelling out thousands of dollars on dorms, and they are only expected to get pricier in the future.

06/09/2024

The band opened up their set with “Mansard Roof” from their self-titled album “Vampire Weekend”, “Holiday” from their album “Contra” and “Ice Cream Piano” from their most recent album “Only God Was Above Us.”

06/09/2024

“My legacy will live on… It’s what I have been working for,” Hinchliffe said. “To have my name with those guys and be in the conversation up there is surreal.”

06/06/2024

Looking to make the most of Pride 2024? The Cougar has brought together our top picks for fun and inclusive events around Houston this month.

06/06/2024

🐾📰Do you love UH sports and want to show your knowledge? Join The Cougar team as a sports writer! Head over to https://getinvolved.uh.edu/submitter/form/start/118220 to apply and get your voice heard! 📰🐾

06/04/2024

Eight men and four women will represent the Cougars at the 2024 NCAA Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Oregon, June 5-8. The athletes qualified following the NCAA West Preliminaries on May 22-25.
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Katarina Adamovic will become the 11th Houston Tennis Coach ahead of the 24-25 season.

The departing Grand Canyon University head coach took the program to the NCAA Tournament in both of her two seasons.

06/03/2024

The Cougar is here to help you plan for hurricane season! Check out our best tips to stay safe and cozy this summer.

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From all of us at The Cougar, thank you for making 2023 amazing! We can’t wait to see you in 2024 to make even more memories.

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