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“We heard a lot of requests to really warm up the place, and a lot of positive feedback about how they love Cougar Woods...
01/28/2025

“We heard a lot of requests to really warm up the place, and a lot of positive feedback about how they love Cougar Woods, but would love to see something different,” said district marketing director for UH Dining Services Alexcis Mendoza. “We are constantly listening to feedback and our students are at the forefront of everything we do.”

“To win the way we won in double overtime speaks to this program’s culture, how tough our kids are and our ability to ha...
01/26/2025

“To win the way we won in double overtime speaks to this program’s culture, how tough our kids are and our ability to hang in there,” coach Kelvin Sampson said.

Frias led the Cougars into the Big 12 Conference for the 2023 season. After starting 6-1-1, they finished with an 8-8-2 ...
01/25/2025

Frias led the Cougars into the Big 12 Conference for the 2023 season. After starting 6-1-1, they finished with an 8-8-2 record, including two Big 12 wins.

Playing video from Houston’s last road battle with the Jayhawks, Sampson challenged the Cougars to block out distraction...
01/25/2025

Playing video from Houston’s last road battle with the Jayhawks, Sampson challenged the Cougars to block out distractions just as they will have to do on Saturday when they match up with what he called “the best basketball program in the country.”

The organization’s mission is to bridge the gap between students and the high-fashion world, offering resources, network...
01/24/2025

The organization’s mission is to bridge the gap between students and the high-fashion world, offering resources, networking opportunities and practical experiences.

While technology and societal advances have brought numerous benefits, they’ve also distanced us from the natural way of...
01/24/2025

While technology and societal advances have brought numerous benefits, they’ve also distanced us from the natural way of life our ancestors led and have left us physiologically and biologically unsatisfied in our most basic needs. Reconnecting with the elements of the past may offer a pathway to better health and well-being in today’s fast-paced world.

The Utes offense also set a season-low total. Before tonight’s game, Utah’s lowest scoring total was in the 81-56 loss t...
01/24/2025

The Utes offense also set a season-low total. Before tonight’s game, Utah’s lowest scoring total was in the 81-56 loss to No. 25 Baylor earlier this season.

Our first general meeting of the spring semester is next Thursday! If you are looking to get a start in journalism, phot...
01/24/2025

Our first general meeting of the spring semester is next Thursday! If you are looking to get a start in journalism, photography, graphic design, or social media, make sure you join us in the Midtown Room in Student Center South from 4-5pm!

Academic dishonesty is a constant concern due to students taking advantage of AI to complete assignments.In response, ma...
01/23/2025

Academic dishonesty is a constant concern due to students taking advantage of AI to complete assignments.

In response, many professors have become stricter on checking plagiarism and have implemented new rules limiting the percentage of AI allowed on an assignment, most commonly on essays.

“I think the ambiance is nice, I like that there are different types of food options and areas to sit,” said psychology ...
01/22/2025

“I think the ambiance is nice, I like that there are different types of food options and areas to sit,” said psychology senior Jaime Luis. “I also like that they have study areas, it is very accessible.”

“I’ve compared it with a lot of the schools in the Big 12. There’s no one who’s got a better facility than what we’re go...
01/21/2025

“I’ve compared it with a lot of the schools in the Big 12. There’s no one who’s got a better facility than what we’re going to have,” coach Willie Fritz said.

Houston women’s basketball made a great effort but fell to BYU 89-75 on Saturday at the Marriott Center in Provo.
01/21/2025

Houston women’s basketball made a great effort but fell to BYU 89-75 on Saturday at the Marriott Center in Provo.

Additionally, Houston totaled nine first-place finishes, seven second-place and eight third-place finishes.
01/21/2025

Additionally, Houston totaled nine first-place finishes, seven second-place and eight third-place finishes.

Remember to protect the Four P’s: people, pets, pipes and plants.
01/21/2025

Remember to protect the Four P’s: people, pets, pipes and plants.

A driving layup by junior guard Keyshawn Hall gave UCF the lead with just nine seconds remaining, erupting the home crow...
01/21/2025

A driving layup by junior guard Keyshawn Hall gave UCF the lead with just nine seconds remaining, erupting the home crowd.

The 4B movement, which emerged in South Korea in the late 2010s, has four principles: do not date, marry, bear children ...
01/18/2025

The 4B movement, which emerged in South Korea in the late 2010s, has four principles: do not date, marry, bear children or have s*x with men. It seemed like a catch-all for women who experience or witness violence at the hands of men, as the logical way to avoid harm is to reduce interactions with perpetrators. But such complex issues cannot be solved in simple terms.

Although students are very familiar with the process, it is often stressful for everyone involved. This guide will go ov...
01/18/2025

Although students are very familiar with the process, it is often stressful for everyone involved. This guide will go over a few tips to make filling of the form smoother.

The transfer portal has evolved from the original idea of an easier way to communicate and transfer schools to now, wher...
01/17/2025

The transfer portal has evolved from the original idea of an easier way to communicate and transfer schools to now, where money plays a large role in players’ decisions.

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