Throughout my life, I have had trouble connecting with South Asian cuisine. Largely because I felt shameful when eating foods my mom or grandma would often prepare for me. I would chide my mom for making “unhealthy food” and often refuse to eat the dishes and instead opt for various “American” dishes. Recently,...
Graphic by: Len Duenas When you think of Houston, nightlife probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Luckily, we’ve done the research for you – here’s our comprehensive guide to a night out in Houston. All spots listed are 21+ unless otherwise noted. Before the list, here are some quick safety...
Graphic by: Len Duenas It took me three years, but I did not cry when my parents drove away after moving me in this semester. Being on my own and living alone is harder than I thought it would be, but it does get easier. For the first time in my life, my parents left me alone in my dorm room in August 2021....
Photo by: Oscar Herrera With a university composed of a large commuter population like UH, it can be hard to pinpoint an experience with different threads. However, my story is just one of many when it comes to having your daily routine be at the University, but, coming back to your childhood home by...
Photo by: Oscar Herrera Family Weekend is upon us! Whether you’re a new or returning Coog, most parents would love an insight into their kid’s everyday life in college. Here are just a few ideas of where to take your parents or guardians if they visit for Family Weekend! Football Game While football isn’t...
When SOUR came out, I was in the midst of a breakup with my ex-partner. It was devastating and horrifying that Olivia Rodrigo got me completely. I remember I spent that entire summer blasting the songs over the AUX of my little, green 2006 Camry, screaming and singing along. He also betrayed me, and he also never...
Photo by: Oscar Herrera At the turn of each September and the promise of cooler weather, UH’s ever-beloved Family Weekend has returned once more. A three-day event built to connect both students and their families to the University has many activities to offer. Educational sessions, such as preparing for...
It’s family weekend. Freaking out? No worries! Here’s a compilation of family-centered movies to laugh or cry or cringe at if you need a little escapism in the upcoming days. The Farewell (2019) Let’s just start off with a brutal one, shall we? Rip the band-aid off. Drink the Kool-aid. Take the plunge. Et...
I was young when I cut meat out of my diet completely. Many of the meals I’ve learned how to make include some kind of dairy, particularly cheese. As a kid, I learned how to make a grilled cheese sandwich or a bean and cheese taco, and I haven’t branched out much with cooking since. In the past, I have considered...
Right off the edge of I-69 in the outskirts of Houston lies The Draft; a sports bar filled with frequenters seated at the counter and an array of university and sports flags lining the ceiling. This friends and family business was founded in 2015 by Huy Huynh, and two brothers, Lance and Bryan Corder. The three of...
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