Staff Council
ALL PAWS IN TO WELCOME COOGS!

The UH Staff Council proudly serves as the heart of campus engagement, fostering collaboration among staff, faculty and students while inspiring meaningful connections. On Giving Day, we invite you to join us in continuing a beloved tradition that helps thousands of students navigate the first days of the school year with confidence and excitement.


SUPPORT COUGAR FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Cougar First Impressions (CFI) is a signature Staff Council event dedicated to welcoming new and returning Coogs to campus. Taking place during the first two days of each fall semester, this initiative provides students with directions, resources, cold water, fun swag and most importantly, a warm welcome.

Your gift to the Cougar First Impressions Fund ensures we can:

  • Provide students with helpful resources and advice to navigate campus.
  • Supply cold water and giveaway items to make their first days more enjoyable.
  • Continue fostering a sense of community and support for thousands of students.

By supporting this iconic event, you help Staff Council create a welcoming environment where students feel connected and prepared to thrive.


In honor of UH's 98th birthday, when 98 faculty or staff make a gift of any size to any designation, an additional $1,000 will be unlocked for Staff Council Support for Cougar First Impressions. To participate, be sure to select faculty/staff as your affiliation on the donation page!


Join us in making a difference—support Cougar First Impressions today!


 

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Early Bird Challenge
$10,000
Early Bird Challenge
When we raise $10,000 before the final day of our Giving Day celebration on March 7, an additional $10,000 will be unlocked for the Centennial Project — gifts to any designation count for this challenge. Let's go #ALLINFORUH!
$160 / $10,000 Raised
Leaderboard
Most Dollars Raised Leaderboard Challenge
The top three colleges or units that raise the most dollars will unlock an additional $2,000 each!
Rank Prize Department Raised
1 $2,000 Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine $100.00
2 $2,000 Spirit Cords $35.00
3 $2,000 College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences $25.00
4 Centennial Project $0.00
5 Fund for UH $0.00
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