The Cat's Back! - The Cougar

The annual Cat’s Back welcomed students to the new school year and encouraged unity with the theme of ‘Be One’. -Newton Liu/The Daily Cougar

Cougars crowd the UC to take part in the Cat’s Back celebrations. This year saw huge numbers of students flock to the event. -Johnny Peña/The Daily Cougar

Shasta, the UH mascot, roars his welcome to the Cat’s Back pep rally participants. -Emily Chambers/The Daily Cougar

The Spirit of Houston marching band lines the UC staircase to celebrate the Cat’s Back with UH’s fight song, alma mater, and other familiar tunes. -Emily Chambers/The Daily Cougar

Students stop for snow cones, a refreshing treat during Houston’s scalding August weather. -Newton Liu/The Daily Cougar

Kathy Nguyen attempts to roll an oreo from her forehead to her mouth using only facial muscles. There were numerous games and activities for the students who attended the Cat’s Back. -Emily Chambers/The Daily Cougar