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UH will face off against St. Thomas in the first basketball game of the year.
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RESEARCH
Study reveals correlation between food, violence Andrea Pizzolo Contributing writer
Women who suffer physical, sexual or mental violence from an intimate partner are more likely to be food-insecure, according to a new study from the Texas Obesity Research Center at UH.
Food insecurity is the limited access to adequate food because of the household’s economic and social condition. Assistant professor and TORC researcher Daphne Hernandez conducted research on the connection between partner violence and the impediment to
food access. “The results indicate that intimate partner violence is positively associated with families with young children experiencing food insecurity,” Hernandez said. “The VIOLENCE continues on page 3
Depression as a result of domestic abuse can lead to chronic cycles of overeating that can result in weight gain and obesity, according to a study published by the UH Texas Obesity Research Center. | Aisha Bouderdaben/The Daily Cougar
FINDING THE FUNDS FEE-FUNDED ORGANIZATIONS MEET WITH THE STUDENT FEES ADVISORY COMMITTEE THIS WEEK. FIND OUT WHEN YOUR FAVORITE ORGANIZATION IS PRESENTING THEIR BUDGET. TODAY Dean of Students Office, Counseling and Psychological Services, UH Wellness, Health Center, Campus Recreation, Center for Students with DisABILITIES, University Career Services, Urban Experience Program
WEDNESDAY Marching Band/Spirit Squad, Center for Student Media, The Daily Cougar, Student Video Network, Coog Radio, University Centers, Student Affairs IT Services, Children’s Learning Centers, New UC Project, A.D. Bruce Religion Center, Blaffer Gallery
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Pre-pharmacy students fundraise with sweet treats The UH Pre-Pharmacy Association organized its fourth bake sale to raise donations for the organization. The UH PPA works to prepare pre-pharmacy students for the real world through networking, volunteering and educational experiences. Members also received discounted rates for PCAT courses for undergraduates who intend to continue their graduate studies in pharmacy.
LGBT Center, Center for Fraternity and Sorority Life, Center for Student Involvement, Student Government Association, Metropolitan Volunteer Program, Frontier Fiesta Association, Council of Ethnic Organizations, Activities Funding Board, Student Program Board, Homecoming Board
MONDAY Veterans Services Office, Intercollegiate Athletics, Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services Office, Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Emily S. Chambers/The Daily Cougar All information from uh.edu/sfac/ Graphic by Laura Gillespie