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This application is for editorial positions on The Daily Cougar — writers, reporters, editors, photographers, bloggers and cartoonists. All hiring decisions are made by the editor in chief or a section editor. For questions about working for the Cougar, call (713) 743-5360 or visit the newsroom in Rm. 12, UC Satellite.

Job openings for advertising sales, business office and production/graphic design with Student Publications will be posted to the University Career Services JobBank website as needed.

 

Editorial Staff Application

Appointments to Student Publications positions are for one semester only. Appointments may be renewed based on satisfactory performance reviews. Staff members may be expected to work between semesters and over the summer.

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