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The holidays are a magical time to spread cheer, share kindness and make a lasting difference in the lives of others. As we enjoy the festive atmosphere and connect with friends and family, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to share the joy with those facing challenges. Whether you want to make a significant...

Graphic by Cali Adams Save your coins & excuses with these cheap gift ideas As the holiday season approaches, our bank accounts get smaller and so do our gift budgets. If you’re trying to save some cash this year, while keeping the spirit alive, here are some budget-friendly gift ideas suitable for...

The holiday favorite, eggnog, returns to the shelves every year for the Christmas season. It has existed for a long time, and its rotation is always accepted. But, have you ever stopped to wonder where it came from? Although its origin is not confirmed, eggnog is suspected to have originated in the United Kingdom...

Nestled in the bustling city of Houston are three unique gardens providing serene escapes and stunning photo opportunities. Each location offers a unique blend of natural beauty, thoughtful design and cultural significance, perfect for not-so-average holiday snapshots. Take a different approach this holiday season...

Fuzzy season is almost here, and winter break is right around the corner. It’s time to get into cute, warm sweaters and knee-high boots to go out and enjoy the most wonderful time of the year! To save Coogs some time in looking, here’s a list of places you can check out to make the most of your winter...

November and December are the official holiday months–reserved for family, friends and everyone’s favorite dinner party personality. Usually, at this time, social calendars are filled with brunches, late lunches, dinners and bar or coffee dates.  No matter what kind of a gathering it is, chances are you will be...

“This time there could be no error, for the man was close to me, and I could see him over my shoulder. But there was no reflection of him in the mirror! The whole room behind me was displayed; but there was no sign of a man in it, except myself.” When the Count saw my face, his eyes blazed with a sort of demoniac...

After the stress of midterms, many students look forward to Halloween festivities. Unfortunately though, a certain level of anxiety usually comes with picking out a niche and unique Halloween costume.  Take this quiz to overcome the anxiety and guesswork. Find out what you should be this year! What’s your go-to...

Concept costumes are OUT. Going all out for Halloween is IN!  Halloweekend, the weekend following halloween this year, is highly anticipated by college students regardless of class or major. After all, Halloween is the first big holiday of the fall semester.  This epidemic of concept costumes masquerading as...

It is the season of love, and that’s just about the perfect excuse to indulge in some swoony romance stories, even if you don’t have your own yet! Watching two people falling in love in so many different ways, sometimes in the most unexpected of circumstances is exactly just what our heart needs from time to time....