Mental health awareness, theater openings highlight week’s events
Written by UH student Will Inman, “Winners” is a dark comedy about the success and failure of Joseph, a gambler who wins the lottery and doesn’t know what to do with it. It costs $10 for students, $15 for staff and $20 for general entry. | File photo/The Cougar
Chances to learn useful skills, watch thrilling plays and have a spot of tea are some of the events University of Houston students can attend this week.
Tuesday
QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Student Services Center 1, Room 302G
Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday
Get educated on how to recognize and respond to the signs of suicidal thoughts. Learn how to ask the right questions, how to convince a person with suicidal thoughts to get treatment and where you can get help. The event is free to attend, but you must register for one of the spots by emailing Tina Liu-Tom, assistant director of Counseling and Psychological Services.
International Tea Hour
Moody Towers, Cougar Village I, Cougar Village II and Cougar Place
4 to 5 p.m.
Try a variety of teas while mingling with UH staff from around the world. The events are free to attend at any of the listed locations.
Friday
Theatre: “Luchadora!”
UH Wortham Theatre
Friday at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Growing up isn’t easy, but it’s even harder when you are Luchadora. Watch Lupita recount her life of balancing school, family and her secret life as a luchadora. Tickets cost $10 for students, $15 for staff and $20 for general entry.
Theatre: “Winners”
School of Theatre and Dance, Room 208
7:30 p.m. Friday, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Written by UH student Will Inman, “Winners” is a dark comedy about the success and failure of Joseph, a gambler who wins the lottery and doesn’t know what to do with the earnings. Tickets costs $10 for students, $15 for staff and $20 for general entry.
Shows on Friday and Saturday are sold out, but tickets for the final performance on Sunday are available here.
Saturday
Athletic & Alumni Center
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Learn how mental health issues are treated in minority communities and learn how to deal with mental health issues. Seven guest speakers will talk about their experiences and ways to deal with problems. The event is free to attend, but attendees must reserve their spaces ahead of time at the event’s Eventbrite site.
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