Graphic by: Alina Velasquez Houston is one of the most popular cities in the world, known for its rich history, diversity and hotspots. It is also the hometown of some of the most successful individuals and celebrities in the world, from President George H. W. Bush to Beyoncé. Which of these Houston icons are...
As a UH student, you have access to a plethora of discounts ranging from big-name clothing brands like Nike to smaller local restaurants such as Tarka Indian Kitchen. Thanks to COOG$ave, this list continues to grow every year. Here we’ll go over some student discounts you shouldn’t miss out on throughout your years at...
Since its official opening in 1927, UH has been welcoming Coogs to embark on the college experience and help them achieve more than just academic excellence. From Jim Parsons to Taylor Swift’s mom, Andrea Swift, many UH alumnuses have gone on to achieve great things in various industries. Even if they didn’t graduate,...
Commuting students make up about 85% of the undergraduate population at the University of Houston. In the past decade, UH has been striving to enhance its image as a school with a vibrant campus life, straying away from its history as an accessible commuter campus for working-class students. But we can’t forget that...
Women’s organizations and interested parties are invited to a celebration honoring the 45th anniversary of the 1977 National Women’s Conference on Thursday. The celebration will begin with a reenactment of the passing of the torch during a 1977 marathon led by former mayor Annise Parker at the historical marker by...
My Chemical Romance Houston “Your lyrics gave me a voice.” “We waited for a lifetime.” These are just some of the words written across signs fans held up yesterday at the Toyota Center. My Chemical Romance filled up the stadium Tuesday night, finally performing on their reunion tour originally scheduled...
Growing up in a suburb of Houston made a trip to the city a hassle. But anytime I’d find myself there, it would most likely be to enjoy a museum day trip with my friends. If you’re from Houston, you know how beautiful the museum district is, and how nostalgic yet comforting it can feel to be there. There’s a similar...
Alexis Pye sits on the floor next to her kittens, back resting against a door frame. “I’m more comfortable here, really.” She helps a kitten pry its claws free of a blanket, then sets it free only for it to get caught again. The artist Alexis Pye is an artist, painter and educator based in Houston,...
In between the fast-paced college environment and maintaining a social life, you might find someone you want to get to know on a more personal level. While there are few spots on campus considered date-worthy, the large city of Houston is home to numerous spots perfect for romantic gestures. Listed from cheapest...
As a rising senior, I have had a variety of experiences with dozens of tales to tell about life at the University of Houston. As a student who arrived just before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, I would say my previous statement is a lie. For many present and future Coogs, the “the best years of our lives” were...
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