Cover Graphic by Larsha Flowers Houston is often linked to food, sports, culture and hot weather. However, a very underrated aspect of Houston is its fashion landscape, representative of the city’s diverse population. Whether it’s luxury shopping in The Galleria or the River Oaks District or browsing in...
Being a first-generation college student often encompasses a lack of support, feelings of being out of place and an overwhelming sense of self-doubt. Many University of Houston students fall into the first-gen category and find themselves navigating these emotions. These students share similar hopes of overcoming...
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and home to more than two million people. With that comes a rich blend of cultures, cuisines and celebrations that make this city unlike any other. I was born and raised in Houston, lucky enough to grow up surrounded by its diversity. But for most of my life,...
Cover Image by Raphael Fernandez Landmarks tell us where we are and remind us where we are going. In Houston, the Be Someone graffiti is one of the most recognizable landmarks. It reminds onlookers to make something of themselves with the different opportunities the city has to offer. One of those many...
Cover Graphic by Larsha Flowers Trends around the world are like the sunrise and sunset: while one trend rises, another one seems to fall. In a world where the influence of technology is so significant, it’s almost like we wake up to the surge of a new trend every single day when we unlock our phones. Here...
Cover Photo by Raphael Fernandez Like the blast of Rockets, reminiscent of Cougars’ roars, or like the thrill of astronauts low enough in Earth’s Orbit to gaze at Orion, this is the kind of cheer and energy Houston Texans bring when they Dash into any stadium stands. Houston sports play an integral role in...
Cover Photo by Joshua Vasquez With a vibrant performing arts, fine arts and street art scene that has grown steadily over the last century, Houston is a creative powerhouse. From world-class ballet and opera to cutting-edge theater and renowned art museums, the city’s creative pulse beats as strongly as its...
Whispers about the “Freshman 15” are usually common at the start and end of the first and second semesters of freshman year. The term refers to the belief, or perhaps trend, of students gaining weight during their first year of college. The “Freshman 15” is nothing to be ashamed of. It often happens as a result of...
Houston boasts a diverse culinary scene. Having recently been named the “Newest capital of great food” and “The country’s most exciting food city,” the food scene in the city is constantly growing. In recent years, Houston has become a serious rival to well-known food cities like New York, Los Angeles and New...
From their relationship with nature and architecture to their entertainment through music, dance and folklore, Mayan culture is vibrant. This vibrancy continues to prevail among the many Central American communities in Houston. Ancient Mayans are a Mesoamerican civilization who occupied a wide landmass including...
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