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Archive for: 2023

So, you’re finally on campus at UH…now what? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our official itinerary for things to do in a week if you’re new to Houston. Call it a rite of passage and welcome to the city! Monday It’s Monday – what better way to start the week than getting ahead on your schoolwork at the MD...

If you like puzzles and are open to exploring, I’d most definitely recommend spending an afternoon navigating the hidden tunnels of downtown Houston. I’m not sure if anyone else has been in my position before – looking at their GPS when downtown searching for a Starbucks (yes, I am a shameless Starbucks addict),...

If you’ve ever wanted to see a giant mutant played by Ice Cube destroy New York while quoting rap classic “6 ‘N the Mornin”, TMNT: Mutant Mayhem is the film for you. Not sold yet? What if I told you that there’s a hippie gecko played by Post Malone? Or that Donatello wears a Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure hoodie and...

The third studio album of Canadian R&B singer Daniel Caesar is one for the books. NEVER ENOUGH is a project full of emotions, vulnerability and raw talent. The last time Caesar released a project was in 2019 with the album ‘Case Study 01.’ After taking some time off, on April 7 the full-length album...

Whether you are a tea lover, a coffee fanatic or just enjoy having some kind of beverage near you at all times, it is always fun to switch it up from just water. A drink with dinner is kind of a necessity, and for the over-21 crowd, an alcoholic beverage will do. For those looking to make fun drinks without the...

While fall may seem far away as the days of one hundred degrees temperature are seemingly never-ending, it’s never too early to start thinking about next season’s wardrobe. Fall fashion is definitely a favorite of mine and this list is a few staples that belong in every fall wardrobe. In Texas, fall fashion is...

With school starting in a few days, students will start looking for their go-to study spots on campus. However, study spots like the library and Cougar Grounds end up overcrowding easily as everyone agrees those are the best spots. With that in mind, here are some hidden places you might want to check out this...

If ‘mirrorball’ by Taylor Swift were a person, it would be the character, Elise Hannaway from Ali Hazelwood’s latest novel, ‘Love, Theoretically.‘ There are many versions of theoretical physicist Elsie Hannaway. By day she is an adjunct professor, juggling her workload between three universities. By night, she...

Graphic by: Frances Cavanaugh In a community as diverse as Houston, there is an opportunity to explore different cultures through food. In the city, restaurants, markets and even food trucks give a taste of variety. The food scene in Houston is vast, so we’re here to break it down for you. Tacos and...

Graphic by: Alina Velasquez Whether you are a native Houstonian or a newcomer, it’s likely that you’ve heard people refer to different places in Houston as the wards. What started off as political divisions in the city, now holds personal and cultural meaning.  Even though wards have not been officially used for...