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CLASS BRANDING // 14Find your place at UH and get acquaint-ed with Cougar traditions

ATHLETICS // 24UH Quarterback Case Keenum returns for his fourth season

MAJORS/MINORS // 20Discover the most popular majors and minors

ARTS // 46Houston locals appreciate art on and off campus

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SERVICES // 30Take advantage of the free resources and amenities offered on campus

RESIDENT & LIVING // 13Residential halls offer various benefi ts to students living on campus

Q & A // 36Sophomore gives his take on his freshman experience

HOW TO // 40Your guide to college survival in the classroom and the real world

GREEK LIFE // 22Students can choose from multiple groups and organizations

SAFETY // 34Best ways to maintain safety at UH

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Campus Activities

Campus Recreation

Children’s Learning Centers

Counseling and Psychological Services

Dean of Students Office

Health Center

Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs

Religion Center

Student Publications

University of Houston Wellness

University Career Services

University Centers

Urban Experience Program

Veterans’ Services Office

We’re here for you!

Supporting student success

114 E. Cullen Building

713-743-5390www.uh.edu/dsa

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Speaker Pro Tempore of the Senate Senator- Undergraduate At-Large, Seat #1 Senator- Undergraduate At-Large, Seat #2Senator- Undergraduate At-Large, Seat #3Senator- Undergraduate At-Large, Seat #4Senator- Graduate At-Large, Seat #1 Senator- Graduate At-Large, Seat #2

Senator- College of Business, Seat#1Senator- College of Business, Seat #2Senator- College of Business, Seat #3Senator- College of Business, Seat #4Senator- College of Education, Seat #1 Senator- College of Education, Seat #2

Senator- College of Engineering, Seat #2Senator- College of Hotel and Restaurant Management Senator- College of Law Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #1 Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #2Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #3Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #4Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #5Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #6Senator- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Seat #7Senator- College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Seat #1 Senator- College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Seat #2Senator- College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Seat #3Senator- College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Seat #4Senator- College of PharmacySenator- Graduate College of Social WorkSenator- College of Technology, Seat #1 Senator- College of Technology, Seat #2Senator- Honors College

Robert “Lee” ArnoldAnna FisherStephen CroninJared GogetsAshley MakonisSean TarverMelanie Pang

Sebastian GeserCameron McHughAkinola Sholotan Rani RamchandaniAmanda Van TilborgDenise McDougal

Kennan Stuhr Anthony Agi William MonticelloCamila Cossio Ana VelasquezRobert “Lee” ArnoldJeff Syptak Lucia M. Ayala-GuerraBrittany Herzog Mike Nguyen Bela Patel John Flynt Fahd ZahedJosie Ceasar Rachel Harvey Alma Carrillo Naeem AbdullahJoaquin Iraheta Maggie McCartney

As Speaker of the Senate, it is my duty to coordinate communication between the legislative and the executive branches and to convey the Senate’s opinion and vote to various entities. The legislative branch is made up of the 34 senators that serve their respective colleges through whatever means best fits their constituency. It is integral to the mission and purpose of the Student Government Association that every student knows their senator.

- Speaker of the Senate, Reyes Ramirez

Information and contact information for senators can be found on the SGA web site at www.sga.uh.edu or uh.edu/sga.

The senaTe

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Michael H. HardingPresident, Student Government Association

Greetings Future Cougars,Welcome to the University of Houston; this historic campus can serve as a liaison between reality and achieving your dreams. The University of Houston offers a venue for life-changing experiences and an opportunity to build new friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime. I’m sure you are asking yourself, “What’s so special about the University of Houston?” I ask you, my friend, what’s not special about the University of Houston? UH is not only a Carnegie ranked Tier One research university, it is also home to a student body that ranks second in diversity nationally. I would like to personally welcome you to this beautiful campus that I call home. I would also like to challenge you to step outside your comfort zone and meet new individuals from different cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Consider creating rela-tionships with faculty, staff, and administrators, and to discover UH’s broad array of co-curricular activities. Lastly, I want you all to remember that this is college and will be some of the best years of your lives. Throughout your time here, please keep in mind the ways the Student Government Association (SGA) can assist your pursuit of a college degree and a Tier One experience. We are here to represent the interests and voice the concerns of each and every student on this campus.

Looking forward to meeting all of you, and Go Coogs!President Michael H. HardingPresident, Student Government Association

Craig Premjee is a senior studying at the Bauer College of Business pursuing a double major in Finance and Management. He currently presides as the Student Government Association Vice President where he works with fellow student leaders, faculty, staff and administration on initiatives focused on communication, ac-countability, and community on campus. Craig has been very involved throughout his time here at the University of Houston. He started out as an Orientation Team Leader and served for three years. He worked as the Director of the Orientation Program in 2010; during this time he learned the history and great traditions of the University and became knowledgeable of the different departments on campus. He is also a founding member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity where he held the office of President during the 2009-2010 term and still serves as an active member. “I love The University of Houston and I want every student to cherish this campus as I do.”

How to get involved.Don’t miss your opportunity to be active on campus. Visit our website (sga.uh.edu or uh.edu/sga) to inquire how to enhance your professional sphere by applying to our internship program or serving on the following university panels:

Visit our office at University Center Rm. 57 (In the University Center Underground) or give us a call at 832-842-6225 to find out how you can participate! for more information go to www.uh.edu/sga

Student Publications Committee Substance Abuse Prevention & Education CommitteeFinancial Aid and Scholarships AdvisorySustainability Task ForceStudent Traffic CourtResidential Life and HousingHealth Center Policy BoardInternational Students Advisory CouncilCenter for Student w/ DisAbilties Advisory BoardCenter for Student Involvement Advisory BoardRecreation Advisory CommitteeStudent Fee Advisory Committee

Graduate & Professional StudiesUniversity Commission on WomenLibrary CommitteeTeaching Excellence Awards CommitteeUndergraduate Admissions Review CommitteeBookstore Advisory CommitteeFood Services Advisory CommitteeSafety & Security Advisory CommitteeTransportation & Parking Advisory CommitteeActivities Funding Board A.D. Bruce Religion Center Policy BoardChild Care Center Advisory Board

Associate Director for Governmental Relations John VillagomezInterim Director of Public Relations Erika SanchezAssociate Director for Public Relations Kelsey EdwardsDirector of Finance J. Turner HarrisAdvisor/Director of the Center for Student Involvement Marcella LeungExecutive Secretary Shirley Johnson

Your SGA CAbinet LeAderS

Craig PremjeeVice President, Student Government Association

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WELCOME TO COUGAR LIFEMARK YOUR SPOT IN HISTORY TEXT BY MONIQUA SEXTON

UH COUGAR PRIDE HAS BEEN DISTINCTIVELY REPRE-SENTED through decades of traditions.

One of the most popular statements on campus is the University’s offi cial colors: Scarlet Red and Albino White. The col-ors are splashed on walls and placed on fl ags, but you can mostly fi nd them worn by students and faculty.

UH gear is sold at campus bookstores, and T-shirts are often given away for free at various activities like TOSS: Trade in Other School’s Shirts, which takes place in front of the M.D. Anderson Library.

“I think TOSS is a great idea,” said Marissa Williams, public relations senior. “It’s a great way to get people more spirited.”

Another important and well-established UH tradition is Frontier Fiesta. Every year since 1940, student organizations and alumni recreate a 19th century western town that features carnival booths, barbecue cookoffs, live music and much more. The popular

and lively student held event is free to all UH students. The tradition of the Cougar Paw originated in 1953 after a

football game against the University of Texas. The real life Shasta at the time, the Cougar mascot, dislodged one of her fi ngers in a cage door and when Longhorn fans learned about the wound they began mocking her by holding up the current Cougar Paw.

The longhorns beat the Cougars that day. Decades later in 1976, UH fans held up the same sign against the Longhorns as a form of solidarity; that day, the Cougar defeated the Longhorns 30-0 in their fi rst season in the Southwest Conference. Students still take great pride in the famous paw sign, and it will remain a part of Cougar history.

Football games have always been one of the largest partici-pating Cougar activities. Faculty, students and alumni all join and often take part in school chants at the games. So if you hear, “Whose House?” make sure you join in answering that it’s, “Coogs House!”

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MINORS

MAJORS

For more information please visit us online, call or drop by:

CLASS Academic Affairs Center320 Agnes Arnold713-743-4001 www.uh.edu/class

What should I major in?Find your niche @ CLASS.Anthropology

*ArtArt �Art History �Graphic Communications �Painting �Photography/Digital Media �Sculpture �

CommunicationAdvertising �Corporate Communication �Health Communication �

Public Health Promotion �Health Care Delivery �

Interpersonal Communication �Journalism �

Broadcast �Print Media �

Media Production �Media Studies �Public Relations �

Communication Sciences & Disorders

Communication Disorders �American Sign Language �

Economics

*EnglishCreative Writing �Linguistics �Literary’ Studies �

Health and Human Performance

Kinesiology �Exercise Science �Sports Administration �Wellness and Fitness �

Human Nutrition and Foods �

*Hispanic StudiesSpanish �

*History

Liberal Studies

*Modern & Classical Languages

Chinese Studies �Classical Studies �French �German �German Area Studies �Italian Studies �

MusicApplied Music �

Instrumental �Vocal �Piano �Organ �

Music Theory �Music Composition �

*Bachelor of Music 1. Music Business2. Music Religion

Philosophy

Political Science

Psychology

Sociology

Theatre & DancePerformance �*Dance �Design Technology �

African American Studies

Air Force Leadership Anthropology

ArtStudio Art �Art History �

CommunicationAdvertising �Corporate Communication �Film Studies �Health Communication �

Public Health Promotion �Health Care Delivery �

Interpersonal Communication �Journalism �Media Production �Media Studies �Public Relations �

Communication Sciences & Disorders

Economics

EnglishCreative Writing �Linguistics �Literar Studies �

Health and Human Performance

Kinesiology �Human Nutrition and Foods �

Hispanic StudiesSpanish �Spanish for Business �Professionals

HistoryLatin American Studies �American Cultures �History �

Honors CollegeCreative Work �Medicine and Society �Phronesis, Politics, and Ethics �

Interdisciplinary Arts

Mexican American Studies

Military Science (Army ROTC)

Modern & Classical Languages

Chinese �Classical Studies �French �French for Business �ProfessionalsGerman �German Area Studies �Greek �Italian �Latin �World Cultures and literatures �

MusicMusic Literature/History �Music Theory �

Naval Science (Navy ROTC)

Philosophy

Political ScienceValues, Law and Policy �Quantitative Social Science �National Security Studies �

Psychology

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Theatre & DanceDance �

Women’s StudiesGay, Lesbian, �Bisexual, and Transgender StudiesWomen’s Studies �

* � Teacher Certification Available. Please Consult the Department Advisor for More Information.

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WELCOME TO COUGAR LIFEMARK YOUR SPOT IN HISTORY TEXT BY MONIQUA SEXTON

UH COUGAR PRIDE HAS BEEN DISTINCTIVELY REPRE-SENTED through decades of traditions.

One of the most popular statements on campus is the University’s offi cial colors: Scarlet Red and Albino White. The col-ors are splashed on walls and placed on fl ags, but you can mostly fi nd them worn by students and faculty.

UH gear is sold at campus bookstores, and T-shirts are often given away for free at various activities like TOSS: Trade in Other School’s Shirts, which takes place in front of the M.D. Anderson Library.

“I think TOSS is a great idea,” said Marissa Williams, public relations senior. “It’s a great way to get people more spirited.”

Another important and well-established UH tradition is Frontier Fiesta. Every year since 1940, student organizations and alumni recreate a 19th century western town that features carnival booths, barbecue cookoffs, live music and much more. The popular

and lively student held event is free to all UH students. The tradition of the Cougar Paw originated in 1953 after a

football game against the University of Texas. The real life Shasta at the time, the Cougar mascot, dislodged one of her fi ngers in a cage door and when Longhorn fans learned about the wound they began mocking her by holding up the current Cougar Paw.

The longhorns beat the Cougars that day. Decades later in 1976, UH fans held up the same sign against the Longhorns as a form of solidarity; that day, the Cougar defeated the Longhorns 30-0 in their fi rst season in the Southwest Conference. Students still take great pride in the famous paw sign, and it will remain a part of Cougar history.

Football games have always been one of the largest partici-pating Cougar activities. Faculty, students and alumni all join and often take part in school chants at the games. So if you hear, “Whose House?” make sure you join in answering that it’s, “Coogs House!”

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PARIS JOMADIAO //The UH mascot Shasta often attends popular events.//photo by BRIANNA LEIGH MORRISON

WELCOME TO COUGAR LIFE //CONTINUED SHOW

COUGAR PRIDE

Fold the ring fi nger of your right hand

toward your palm and hold it down with

your thumb. Proudly hold up the Cougar

Paw at sports events to show support for

your team, it’s tradition.

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Wear red on Friday to show your Cougar

spirit. Some professors offer extra credit to

students who do. Everybody loves a Coog.

// WEAR RED //

“Cougars fi ght for dear old U of HFor our Alma Mater cheer.Fight for Houston UniversityFor victory is near.When the going gets so rough and toughWe never worry cause we got the stuff.So fi ght, fi ght, fi ght for red and whiteAnd we will go to victory.”Lyrics: Forest Fountain • Music: Marion Ford

// LEARN THE COUGAR FIGHT SONG //

“All hail to thee,

Our Houston University.

Our hearts fi ll with gladness

When we think of thee.

We’ll always adore thee

Dear old varsity.

And to thy memory cherished,

True we’ll ever be.”Words and music by Harmony Class of 1942

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IT’S A TUESDAY AFTERNOON AND I’M RECLINING IN THE middle of a large, comfortable couch in the commons of Cougar Place Residence Halls. I can feel my weight sinking into the well-worn cushions as I blast my way through a horde of zombies in a video game on the big screen TV in front of me. It’s not easy to stay focused; my eyes keep darting the group of girls playing a game of Monopoly in the corner of the room. I can hear laughter behind me as my roommate swaps jokes with a classmate at the lobby desk. I run out of ammo and quickly get swarmed. It’s too tough to play alone, so I introduce myself to a scrawny kid in a red shirt, reading at a table and ask him for help. First, I take a quick glance at my watch — twenty minutes until my next class starts.

“Plenty of time,” I think to myself as I smile and kick my feet up on the table to start a new game.

This is just another day of living on campus. And while being a resident here doesn’t always guarantee lazy afternoons of video games and relaxing, moments like these are surprisingly common

— whether it be a game of Frisbee in front of the library or shar-ing notes in the study rooms. Introducing yourself to peers is not only encouraged, but practically guaranteed if you’re a resident in campus housing.

“Living on campus enhances your college experience,” said Teeba Rose, marketing manager for the Resident Life Halls.

“You have a chance to make some real memories and connec-tions. You can take part in programs and events the moment you get out of class — things like movie night, plays or concerts happen all the time.”

Residence life on campus is split up into fi ve different hous-ing areas: Calhoun Lofts, Cougar Place, Cougar Village, Moody Towers and the Quadrangle. In addition, each hall is split up further

by “theme housing,” which puts residents into areas that combine students with similar interests. The themes cover a wide variety of subjects and majors intended to make students feel at home.

“All the other freshmen just moved in (too), so they were more open to making friends,” said Heshan Peththa, Earth science sopho-more from the Quadrangle.

“Then again, everyone at UH is very friendly. I even have some professors on my Facebook.”

There are a number of practical benefi ts that come with being a campus resident.

Rachel Walrath, an English literature freshman living in Cougar Village said she loves how much she saves fi nancially, espe-cially on gas.

“I know people who drive an hour to get to class every day, and an hour to get home,” Walrath said. “In my car, that’s almost a half-tank of gas.”

She said that since most students are commuters and go home on the weekends, so she enjoys how calm and quiet the campus gets for studying.

In addition to all the benefi ts, most residence halls have Resident Assistants to support students and to ensure that every stu-dent’s living experience here is a positive one. The assistants main-tain order and promote a wide range of programs from teaching students how to get a job, to effective studying habits.

“I’ve been pleasantly surprised with the quality of the RA’s I’ve met,” Cougar Place resident and junior John Davis said.

“I’ve learned to assume they are going through the same things I am.”Living on campus is an excellent opportunity for college stu-

dents. The benefi ts and conveniences of dorm life can drastically shape your college experience into a most memorable one.

//Students can use the housing lounges to study for classes.

The WRC is here for ALL students, faculty and staff... to listen ... to help ... to inform.

To find out more about the WRCVisit us online at www.uh.edu/wrc

Call us at (832) 842-6191Or come by our offices - 279A University Center

Our services include:

Information and referrals•

Dynamic speakers and programming•

Friendly hangout – Men welcome•

Special events• -Take Back the Night -Love your Body Day

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PARIS JOMADIAO //The UH mascot Shasta often attends popular events.//photo by BRIANNA LEIGH MORRISON

WELCOME TO COUGAR LIFE //CONTINUED SHOW

COUGAR PRIDE

Fold the ring fi nger of your right hand

toward your palm and hold it down with

your thumb. Proudly hold up the Cougar

Paw at sports events to show support for

your team, it’s tradition.

// COUGAR PAW //

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Wear red on Friday to show your Cougar

spirit. Some professors offer extra credit to

students who do. Everybody loves a Coog.

// WEAR RED //

“Cougars fi ght for dear old U of HFor our Alma Mater cheer.Fight for Houston UniversityFor victory is near.When the going gets so rough and toughWe never worry cause we got the stuff.So fi ght, fi ght, fi ght for red and whiteAnd we will go to victory.”Lyrics: Forest Fountain • Music: Marion Ford

// LEARN THE COUGAR FIGHT SONG //

“All hail to thee,

Our Houston University.

Our hearts fi ll with gladness

When we think of thee.

We’ll always adore thee

Dear old varsity.

And to thy memory cherished,

True we’ll ever be.”Words and music by Harmony Class of 1942

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IT’S A TUESDAY AFTERNOON AND I’M RECLINING IN THE middle of a large, comfortable couch in the commons of Cougar Place Residence Halls. I can feel my weight sinking into the well-worn cushions as I blast my way through a horde of zombies in a video game on the big screen TV in front of me. It’s not easy to stay focused; my eyes keep darting the group of girls playing a game of Monopoly in the corner of the room. I can hear laughter behind me as my roommate swaps jokes with a classmate at the lobby desk. I run out of ammo and quickly get swarmed. It’s too tough to play alone, so I introduce myself to a scrawny kid in a red shirt, reading at a table and ask him for help. First, I take a quick glance at my watch — twenty minutes until my next class starts.

“Plenty of time,” I think to myself as I smile and kick my feet up on the table to start a new game.

This is just another day of living on campus. And while being a resident here doesn’t always guarantee lazy afternoons of video games and relaxing, moments like these are surprisingly common

— whether it be a game of Frisbee in front of the library or shar-ing notes in the study rooms. Introducing yourself to peers is not only encouraged, but practically guaranteed if you’re a resident in campus housing.

“Living on campus enhances your college experience,” said Teeba Rose, marketing manager for the Resident Life Halls.

“You have a chance to make some real memories and connec-tions. You can take part in programs and events the moment you get out of class — things like movie night, plays or concerts happen all the time.”

Residence life on campus is split up into fi ve different hous-ing areas: Calhoun Lofts, Cougar Place, Cougar Village, Moody Towers and the Quadrangle. In addition, each hall is split up further

by “theme housing,” which puts residents into areas that combine students with similar interests. The themes cover a wide variety of subjects and majors intended to make students feel at home.

“All the other freshmen just moved in (too), so they were more open to making friends,” said Heshan Peththa, Earth science sopho-more from the Quadrangle.

“Then again, everyone at UH is very friendly. I even have some professors on my Facebook.”

There are a number of practical benefi ts that come with being a campus resident.

Rachel Walrath, an English literature freshman living in Cougar Village said she loves how much she saves fi nancially, espe-cially on gas.

“I know people who drive an hour to get to class every day, and an hour to get home,” Walrath said. “In my car, that’s almost a half-tank of gas.”

She said that since most students are commuters and go home on the weekends, so she enjoys how calm and quiet the campus gets for studying.

In addition to all the benefi ts, most residence halls have Resident Assistants to support students and to ensure that every stu-dent’s living experience here is a positive one. The assistants main-tain order and promote a wide range of programs from teaching students how to get a job, to effective studying habits.

“I’ve been pleasantly surprised with the quality of the RA’s I’ve met,” Cougar Place resident and junior John Davis said.

“I’ve learned to assume they are going through the same things I am.”Living on campus is an excellent opportunity for college stu-

dents. The benefi ts and conveniences of dorm life can drastically shape your college experience into a most memorable one.

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Boyle said that administrators have created advertisements on social networks like Facebook for classes that were already at UH when the idea developed, like Class of 2012 or Class of 2013, and that their “classes” already feel more unifi ed through these techniques.

“Students are able to see how they fi t into the academic and social culture of the institution,” Boyle said. “(They) are able to see exactly what benefi ts they receive from being a Cougar.”

In order to achieve Flagship status, it may be necessary for UH to join other major universities in grasping this branding concept.

I’M A FRESHMAN AND I’VE BEEN IN CLASSES WITH JUNIORS AND DON’T EVER FEEL DIS-COURAGED BY THEM.

CLASS BRANDINGWHERE DO YOU FIT IN?TEXT BY HIBA ADI AND SARAH RASLAN

THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ADMINISTRATION and staff recently created an identity for the incoming freshman class through “class branding”.

The admissions counselors and recruiters have worked to craft a “class” for two years now. Orientation offi cials have carefully designed marketing products, brochures and books to promote the concept.

“Class branding helps students understand that they are now a part of something larger than themselves, and the opportunities afforded to them while at UH are world class,” said Tara Boyle, assistant director of the New Student Orientation.

Branding may be new to UH, but it isn’t for most University’s or colleges around the nation. Boyle said that a strong branding

could increase applications and institutional enrollment. The idea goes beyond just unifying students; it’s intended to

direct them towards one common end goal – graduating from UH with the rest of their class.

But what about the students who have different degree plans? Yes, most students are following a four-year plan, but some degrees require fi ve or six years. Are those students considered behind their “class” even though technically they are graduating on time?

Not all new students are High School graduates; some are transfers. Which “class” are they apart of ?

What about the seniors from Class of 2012 or juniors from Class of 2013? They may feel isolated from their fellow freshman and sophomore Cougars for now.

//Photo by ASHLEY EVANS

Every freshman hears about how they will be singled out in college and picked on by upperclassmen for being the little “fi sh”. On the fi rst day of classes new students try their best to look like they’ve been around campus for a while, hoping to blend in with everyone else.

This is not the case at UH. The upperclassmen were once freshmen, and they remember what their fi rst year of college was like. On the fi rst day of classes, if they see a lost Freshman, most of them try to help by guiding them towards their classes or assisting them with whatever they may need help with.

UH academics actually have impacted this because UH does not separate classes according to classifi cation. This is particularly benefi cial for freshmen and transfer students because of their learning experience. Freshmen and sophomores exchange advice and studying techniques with each other.

“I’m a freshman and I’ve been in classes with juniors and don’t ever feel discouraged by them,” said Hadeel Bunkheila, economics freshman. “Being a freshman at UH does not ever make me a victim to bullying or any jokes. I think it was a bigger deal in high school.”

Therefore, the idea of class branding may increase this positive cul-ture even more.

Paolo Domenichini, a 22-year-old psychology senior, agrees with the administrators. He said he thinks class branding would help students form groups and have more ties to the university.

“I believe that scholastically, it would allow the students as a group to identify with one another more and help them relate to their peers,” he said.

While some students found class branding to be an enhancing experi-ence in college life, others had different feelings towards the issue.

“I’m against it,” said Sammy Khayat, 21-year-old Biochemistry junior. “The whole college experience that UH is trying to promote is to bring together people from all ages, races, and cultures. Branding clas-sifi cations leads to separation and the loss of unity to the university as a whole.”

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The Cyvia and Melvyn Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship

C. T. Bauer College of Business is an AACSB accredited business school.

The University of Houston is an EEO/AA institution.

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ASHLEY EVANS// The Orientation

team shows its Cou-gar pride in front of the M.D. Anderson

Library.

Class branding will likely form new traditions at UH — and every tradition has to start somewhere. Since we’re in an era of embracing change and new ideas then we might as well start now.

Yes, there are still some unanswered questions and some upperclassmen won’t benefi t from the con-cept as much right now, but in the long run there will be a class brand for all four levels of classifi cation.

Separating freshmen from seniors with titles may not cause a division, because in the end we’re all Cougars. Class branding will probably give new students an automatic feeling of acceptance coming into UH. To all new students, take pride in the fact that you’re entering the University as trendsetters.

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Your Cougar Card is your key to the campus.

Eat on campus.

Shop on campus.

Meal Plan swipes can ONLY be used in the Moody Towers

(Fresh Food Co.) and Oberholtzer Hall dining facilities (RFoC).

Cougar Cash dollars can be used at all UH Dining facilities,

including the convenience stores, McAlister’s Deli, Chinese Star

and Shasta’s Cones & More.

Use Cougar Cash in either residential facility, and get 10% off

the meal price.

ALL students may request meal plans or Cougar Cash plans at

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Flex dollars are restricted to on-campus purchases only.

Accepted at: UH Bookstores, convenience store, campus

eating establishments, residential housing laundry facilities,

vending machines, and more.

Deposits can be made by cash or credit card in the Cougar

Card Office at the Welcome Center Parking Garage, or by

calling (832) 842-CARD (2273), Monday through

Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.

how do I get It?Visit www.uh.edu/cougarcard or call 832.843.CARD (2273)

And there’s more...• On-line Photo Submittal

• Access Control to Residential Housing

• Enrollment Verification

• Campus Recreation & Wellness Center Access

• Classroom Attendance

• Access to UH Sporting Events

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ASHLEY EVANS// The Orientation

team shows its Cou-gar pride in front of the M.D. Anderson

Library.

Class branding will likely form new traditions at UH — and every tradition has to start somewhere. Since we’re in an era of embracing change and new ideas then we might as well start now.

Yes, there are still some unanswered questions and some upperclassmen won’t benefi t from the con-cept as much right now, but in the long run there will be a class brand for all four levels of classifi cation.

Separating freshmen from seniors with titles may not cause a division, because in the end we’re all Cougars. Class branding will probably give new students an automatic feeling of acceptance coming into UH. To all new students, take pride in the fact that you’re entering the University as trendsetters.

NEW TRADITIONS WILL FORM

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from the University CentersWelcome back!

Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life (CLFSL)Center for Student Involvement (CSI)

A.D. Bruce Religion Center

University Center (UC)UC Satellite

Children Learning Centers (CLC)

The University Centers welcome all new and returning Cougars for the 2011-12 school year. As an ever growing community of services, leadership, and pride, we invite you to take advantage of the many programs, services, and facilities available to you. The University Centers provide everything you may need including food, student organizations, child care, leader -ship development, fraternity and sorority life, leisure services, graphic services, colleagues in faith, and much more. Let the University Centers be the “center” of your campus experiences.

UNIVERSITY OFHOUSTONB O O K S T O R E

VETERANSSERVICESOFFICE

www.uh.edu/uc

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from the University CentersWelcome back!

Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life (CLFSL)Center for Student Involvement (CSI)

A.D. Bruce Religion Center

University Center (UC)UC Satellite

Children Learning Centers (CLC)

The University Centers welcome all new and returning Cougars for the 2011-12 school year. As an ever growing community of services, leadership, and pride, we invite you to take advantage of the many programs, services, and facilities available to you. The University Centers provide everything you may need including food, student organizations, child care, leader -ship development, fraternity and sorority life, leisure services, graphic services, colleagues in faith, and much more. Let the University Centers be the “center” of your campus experiences.

UNIVERSITY OFHOUSTONB O O K S T O R E

VETERANSSERVICESOFFICE

www.uh.edu/uc

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IN THE PAST, CHOOSING A MAJOR WAS CHOOSING

your future. You were committing to spend your college career study-

ing a subject with the intent of entering that fi eld and work-ing in it for the remainder of your life. In today’s society and the always-changing economy, that is not the case. Students have much more freedom in their educational path and its infl uence with their future careers.

Now, the question remains, what should you study? Should you base your decision on the current state of the economy? Should you base your decision on your future pro-fessional career? Or pursue your passion?

Currently, 35 percent of incoming UH students are undecided about what major or minor they want to study. Students are required to declare a major upon reaching 30 credit hours, which is typically by the end of their second semester. About a quarter of students who start their college career with a declared major will change their major at least once before graduating.

For now, the most popular chosen majors at UH are psy-chology, biology and business.

The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences is the largest department on campus, followed by University Scholars and the business school. Some students wish to enter these colleges because it’s within their interest, while others see a degree like business as a gateway to a related but different career.

Adding a minor is a benefi cial and often required tool used by students to supplement a major.

A major/minor combination can help highlight one’s area of study and make them more specialized in a fi eld

when it comes to applying for jobs. An example of this would be choosing a business major with a minor in accounting.

In other cases, adding a minor could prove to diversify your knowledge base. For example, if a student hopes to one day own an art gallery and decides to major in art but also wants to know how to manage the business side of owning and operating the gallery, they could add a minor in busi-ness administration. Many students who plan on entering law school upon graduation major in political science and choose a writing/research intensive minor.

When deciding upon a minor, a thought that many students do not begin to consider until their senior year, is important if they wish to continue their education with an advanced degree. Many majors, such as biology or psychology, are chosen as stepping stones to careers requiring further education, while other majors such as architecture or media studies tend to fulfi ll the educational necessi-ties of their given fi elds. The majors that lead most students to grad-uate school are typically science-, education- and business-related.

Students who are unsure of what they want to major in or are doubting the major they have already declared can stop by the University Career Services offi ce for free aptitude testing and a counseling session.

The economy has been one of the most prominent focal points in today’s society, and as mentioned students are beginning to won-der if they should chose a major or career path based upon the current job market.

According to the Chicago Tribune, career experts said students should major in the area that most interests them, even if it’s a less specialized liberal arts fi eld, such as English or sociology. In a national survey, communication, followed closely by a strong work ethic and teamwork skills, was rated as the most important attribute

sought by employers. When you enjoy what you do, you are more likely to succeed at your job.

Therefore, it’s important to be educated on the state of the economy and job market, but it may not be necessary to base your career path on it.

According to a study done by Ebay Classifi eds in March 2011, the career fi eld with the highest projected rate of growth is Biomedical Engineering followed by other health care careers. A similar study done by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that computer network systems and data communication analysis showed the largest projected area of growth by 2016.

The most demanded and highest paying job today is medical science liaison, according to CNN. This position requires knowledge in both the medical and legal fi elds and consists of relaying information to providers, potential clients, insurance companies and doctors.

If you are one of the students who is unsure of what career path you should pursue, consider using the provided student services. If you prefer self guidance and exploration try walking into the UH bookstores located in the University Center to scan different text-books to see what catches your interest. Who knows? Maybe a little exploring will inspire you.

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RUSH INTO GREEK LIFEGET INVOLVED WITH UH GROUPSTEXT AND PHOTO BY JASMINE UMENYI

UPON ENTERING COLLEGE, FRESHMEN ARE EXPOSED TO ALL types of organizations that include service opportunities and ways to enhance their personal social life. It might be diffi cult to decide which organization best fi ts their personal preference, but there are over 400 organizations for students to choose from. Each student is bound to fi t into one organization or another.

Greek Life specifi cally is one of the largest organizations on all US campuses. They stomp. They serve. They speak on issues that affect not only the student body, but the community too. The Greeks on our campus live to learn, to lead and to love.

The importance and the signifi cance of the Greek Life is not often spoken about, but luckily, there are various reasons as to why Greek Life has a vibrant presence on the UH campus.

“Greek life is important to me because of the impact you can have on people’s lives, and also the impact it can have on your per-sonal life,” said Chester Uzoma, supply chain management senior and member of the Eta Mu chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

“Since joining the (fraternity) my life has changed dramatically… It has honestly been a privilege to be a part of something great; a part of something bigger than myself.”

There is a sense of fellowship and inclusiveness that is car-ried with the involvement of Greek Life. This is not only with one another, but also with the surrounding community of the Third Ward.

Being a part of Greek Life is not simply wearing your frater-nity/sorority letters and having social events. As Uzoma said, it is an infl uential and historic organization that stands for many things, but ultimately, uplifting humankind.

Individuals in Greek Life often benefi t from the personal rela-tionships they form during their college years, and ultimately for life. It is especially benefi cial to freshmen that enter the University alone.

“No other organization can help you foster the brotherhood and the bonds you experience in the frat,” said Kaine Hampton, fi nance senior and member of the Eta Mu chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

Each member grows a desire to develop a vibrant style of lead-ership and social skills throughout this period in their lives. The skills they gain are useful for future encounters and for their future professional careers.

Many members of Greek Life said they encourage freshman to research the different Greek organizations that they might be interested in.

“You would want to know how the fraternity/sorority came about, and what they were founded upon,” Uzoma said.

The Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life is located in the UC Underground for students to learn more about the different Greek organizations on campus.

//Bayou Oaks provides on-campus housing for Greeks.

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Experience it!

AquAtics/sAfetyswim Lessons, scuBA & trips,

Master swim, century club, & first Aid/cPR

OutdOOR AdventuReOutings, Gear shop, educational

Workshops, L.i.f.t. & Resource Guide

fitnessGroup exercise, Personal training,

fitness Assessments, & Martial Arts

fAcuLty & stAffAnnual Golf tournament,

cougar distance challenge & family nights

sPORts cLuBscollegiate non-varsity competition

& Leadership

intRAMuRAL sPORtLeague, individual competition

& tournaments

yOuthMartial Arts, swim Lessons

& family nights

713-743-PLAy www.uh.edu/recreationThe Department of Campus Recreation reports to the Division of Student Affairs.

PROGRAMS

53-foot climbing Wall

fitness Zone & indoor track

& Much More...Racquetball courts,

Multi-Purpose Rooms

natatorium, Outdoor Leisure Pool, Whirlpools & sauna

combat Room, child care, Locker Room & showers

Basketball, volleyball, & Badminton courts

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UPON ENTERING COLLEGE, FRESHMEN ARE EXPOSED TO ALL types of organizations that include service opportunities and ways to enhance their personal social life. It might be diffi cult to decide which organization best fi ts their personal preference, but there are over 400 organizations for students to choose from. Each student is bound to fi t into one organization or another.

Greek Life specifi cally is one of the largest organizations on all US campuses. They stomp. They serve. They speak on issues that affect not only the student body, but the community too. The Greeks on our campus live to learn, to lead and to love.

The importance and the signifi cance of the Greek Life is not often spoken about, but luckily, there are various reasons as to why Greek Life has a vibrant presence on the UH campus.

“Greek life is important to me because of the impact you can have on people’s lives, and also the impact it can have on your per-sonal life,” said Chester Uzoma, supply chain management senior and member of the Eta Mu chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

“Since joining the (fraternity) my life has changed dramatically… It has honestly been a privilege to be a part of something great; a part of something bigger than myself.”

There is a sense of fellowship and inclusiveness that is car-ried with the involvement of Greek Life. This is not only with one another, but also with the surrounding community of the Third Ward.

Being a part of Greek Life is not simply wearing your frater-nity/sorority letters and having social events. As Uzoma said, it is an infl uential and historic organization that stands for many things, but ultimately, uplifting humankind.

Individuals in Greek Life often benefi t from the personal rela-tionships they form during their college years, and ultimately for life. It is especially benefi cial to freshmen that enter the University alone.

“No other organization can help you foster the brotherhood and the bonds you experience in the frat,” said Kaine Hampton, fi nance senior and member of the Eta Mu chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

Each member grows a desire to develop a vibrant style of lead-ership and social skills throughout this period in their lives. The skills they gain are useful for future encounters and for their future professional careers.

Many members of Greek Life said they encourage freshman to research the different Greek organizations that they might be interested in.

“You would want to know how the fraternity/sorority came about, and what they were founded upon,” Uzoma said.

The Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life is located in the UC Underground for students to learn more about the different Greek organizations on campus.

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NFL draft. He now gets a chance to re-write the ending to his pro-lifi c career at UH, instead of the abrupt ending at the Rose Bowl.

“I’m just going to love the moment and enjoy every second of it, because not many people get a second chance,” Keenum said. “I defi nitely am very thankful and very happy.”

Keenum earned his bachelor’s degree last December in kine-siology, and with his sixth season he is seeking a masters degree in sports administration.

In his four seasons playing for the Cougars he has racked up what seems to be a never-ending list of accolades. In 2008 he was

the Conference USA Offensive Player of the Year and in 2009 he was C-USA’s Most Valuable Player. He also won the Sammy Baugh trophy in 2009, which is given to the NCAA’s best quarterback. He

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THE ‘CASE’ COMES BACK UH QUARTERBACK DEFEATS INJURYTEXT BY JOHN BRANNEN

IN THE THIRD GAME OF THE 2010 SEASON AGAINST THE University of California, Los Angeles, UH Quarterback Case Keenum limped off the fi eld and was driven away in a golf cart to the locker room.

It was not supposed to end this way. He chased after a defender who had intercepted his pass.

When attempting the tackle he fell to the fl oor and tore his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

In a season where the Cougars thought they could win every game on their schedule, they fi nished 5-7 in Keenum’s absence. The quarterback had to do some soul-searching and make the diffi cult decision of either preparing for the NFL draft, or appealing for a sixth season of eligibility.

He chose to stay, and offi cially fi led for an appeal to the NCAA for a sixth season in December.

“This ending wasn’t exactly what I predicted for my senior year, and because I care so much about this team and this University; I would love to be able to play one more season,” Keenum said in a statement in October. “I don’t know what the outcome will be, but I at least want to see the whole process through.”

After weeks of waiting, the NCAA ruled in Keenum’s favor just in the nick of time — a day before the deadline to apply for the

BRIANNA LEIGH MORRISON // Crowds of students fi ll up the freshly renovated Robertson Stadium during home games.

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All student sections are general

admission. Admission is fi rst-come,

fi rst-served and based on availability.

UH MOST POPULAR SPORTS:

The University of Houston Department of

Intercollegiate Athletics announced that

three games for the 2011 football season

have been changed to Thursday nights to

be broadcasted live on television.

// FOOTBALL //WHERE TO SITSections 117-119, 217-219 & 209-216.

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fi nished eighth in voting for the Heisman Trophy in 2009.

Keenum owns the career records at UH for pass-ing yards, total offense, passing attempts and passing completions. In his last two full seasons at UH Keenum threw for more than 5,000 yards. If he can stay healthy in 2011 he has a change at becoming the NCAA’s most prolifi c passer in history. Hawaii’s Timmy Chang owns the record, but if Keenum can throw for 3,487 yards in 2011 the record will belong to him.

Keenum was limited during the spring season, but he is expecting to be 100 percent for this season’s opening game against UCLA on Sept. 3. Throughout his rehabilitation Keenum said his goal is to come back stronger than he was before the injury.

Keenum and the University have undergone dras-tic changes since his arrival fi ve years ago. Keenum has helped re-establish UH football on the national scene. Ask anyone around the country about UH, and the fi rst name they will likely say is “Case Keenum.”

Head Coach Todd Whitting and the

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kicks off in early February.

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NAHEEDA SAYEEDUDDIN//Overview of Moody Towers parking lot at midday.

UH IS A DIVERSE UNIVERSITY, BUT ONE THING WE ALL have in common here is an unstable relationship with the parking lots.

It’s no secret that fi nding a parking space on campus can be a hassle for students. That’s not to say that we don’t have numer-ous parking spaces — the University actually has a lot of available spaces. But with UH being a commuter school, there tends to be overcrowding in the lots.

One of the best things students can do to alleviate parking frus-tration and the risk of tardiness is to leave home early enough to give them a 30 minute window to try to fi nd parking.

The department of Parking and Transportation Services is aware of the issue, and is doing everything it can do to ensure that UH students are taken care of.

According to University Services program coordinator, Jonas Chin, UH’s goal is to have 5 percent of the campus community using alternative methods of transportation by the end of 2012.

Students who live close could ride their bikes to school, or stu-dents who live further away could carpool with other students to save money on gas and parking permits. The University also has a partnership with METRO buses.

“Every time a student uses their METRO Q Card, they get 50 percent off,” Chin said.

According to parking and university services, students who ride METRO from local routes pay on average $63 a month, which saves them up to $400 a year. Students who ride METRO from longer routes could potentially save over $430 a year.

UH is about to begin several construction projects like parking garages that will be built close to the Robertson Stadium opening in fall of 2012 to help alleviate the issue as well.

“The stadium garage will have 2,400 (parking) spaces,” Chin said.

“We will be doubling the amount of spaces we had there before.“In total, four parking garages will be completed by fall 2015,

adding around 3,000 new spaces, including 950 spaces for students with Economy permits. This is intended to reduce customer com-plaints and improve visitor and special event parking.

“The garages are going to benefi t us tremendously in the future,” Chin said.

In the mean time, 400 additional spaces will be made available in the Cullen Intramural Fields. Offi cials said they would be putting gravel, lighting and emergency boxes.

The University has 14 of these shuttles to take students to and from parking lots to campus.

“We constantly assess how many shuttles are on campus,” Chin said. “We want to make sure we are effi cient.”

Political science sophomore James Lee is one of the many stu-dents who regularly utilizes shuttles on campus.

“I think the shuttles are a great way to get around on campus,” Lee said. “They are readily available for students to use.”

Students who live on campus and do not have a car can get around using Hertz rental cars. According to Chin, students must be 18 or older and have a driver’s license in order to rent one of the cars. Students can visit the Hertz website and apply for a Hertz membership card. After approval students can begin reserving cars for trips to off campus grocery stores, run errands or attend off campus events.

The rental rate for a UH student starts at $7, including gas, and 180 miles of driving a day.

According to Chin, only 33 other universities have partner-ships with Hertz.

Though parking remains a student issue, there are various services and options that students can choose from.

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www.uh.edu/parking [email protected] 713-743-1097 Become our fan on Facebook: UH Parking and Transportation Services

Follow us on Twitter: @uhparking

www.uh.edu/parking

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Register for Parking!

Avoid a Citation

You must display a current UH Parking Permit to park on campus. Student permits are available online at www.uh.edu/parking.

To register: 1. Log on to www.uh.edu/parking

2. Enter your PeopleSoft #

3. Your password is your last name (you will be required to select a new password after logging on)

4. Select your parking permit

5. Add your vehicle information

6. Verify your mailing address: your permit will mail to the address you select

7. Follow the link on the receipt to print the temporary permit. Display the temporary permit until you receive your actual permit in the mail

Register early to receive your permit before classes start!

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NAHEEDA SAYEEDUDDIN//Overview of Moody Towers parking lot at midday.

UH IS A DIVERSE UNIVERSITY, BUT ONE THING WE ALL have in common here is an unstable relationship with the parking lots.

It’s no secret that fi nding a parking space on campus can be a hassle for students. That’s not to say that we don’t have numer-ous parking spaces — the University actually has a lot of available spaces. But with UH being a commuter school, there tends to be overcrowding in the lots.

One of the best things students can do to alleviate parking frus-tration and the risk of tardiness is to leave home early enough to give them a 30 minute window to try to fi nd parking.

The department of Parking and Transportation Services is aware of the issue, and is doing everything it can do to ensure that UH students are taken care of.

According to University Services program coordinator, Jonas Chin, UH’s goal is to have 5 percent of the campus community using alternative methods of transportation by the end of 2012.

Students who live close could ride their bikes to school, or stu-dents who live further away could carpool with other students to save money on gas and parking permits. The University also has a partnership with METRO buses.

“Every time a student uses their METRO Q Card, they get 50 percent off,” Chin said.

According to parking and university services, students who ride METRO from local routes pay on average $63 a month, which saves them up to $400 a year. Students who ride METRO from longer routes could potentially save over $430 a year.

UH is about to begin several construction projects like parking garages that will be built close to the Robertson Stadium opening in fall of 2012 to help alleviate the issue as well.

“The stadium garage will have 2,400 (parking) spaces,” Chin said.

“We will be doubling the amount of spaces we had there before.“In total, four parking garages will be completed by fall 2015,

adding around 3,000 new spaces, including 950 spaces for students with Economy permits. This is intended to reduce customer com-plaints and improve visitor and special event parking.

“The garages are going to benefi t us tremendously in the future,” Chin said.

In the mean time, 400 additional spaces will be made available in the Cullen Intramural Fields. Offi cials said they would be putting gravel, lighting and emergency boxes.

The University has 14 of these shuttles to take students to and from parking lots to campus.

“We constantly assess how many shuttles are on campus,” Chin said. “We want to make sure we are effi cient.”

Political science sophomore James Lee is one of the many stu-dents who regularly utilizes shuttles on campus.

“I think the shuttles are a great way to get around on campus,” Lee said. “They are readily available for students to use.”

Students who live on campus and do not have a car can get around using Hertz rental cars. According to Chin, students must be 18 or older and have a driver’s license in order to rent one of the cars. Students can visit the Hertz website and apply for a Hertz membership card. After approval students can begin reserving cars for trips to off campus grocery stores, run errands or attend off campus events.

The rental rate for a UH student starts at $7, including gas, and 180 miles of driving a day.

According to Chin, only 33 other universities have partner-ships with Hertz.

Though parking remains a student issue, there are various services and options that students can choose from.

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PARIS JOMADIAO // Eligible Students join the Honors College for resources.

STUDENTS OFTEN CAN’T KEEP UP WITH HOW MANY services UH has to offer, and sometimes they aren’t even aware that they pay for them with their tuition.

The University Center offers a variety of services under one roof, including the Dean of Students Offi ce, which offers help and direction to students. The UC also has a cafeteria with a variety of food options, along with a campus bookstore.

The most overlooked level of the UC is the Arbor level, which has game rooms with pool and ping-pong tables, bowling lanes, video games and pinball. Student clubs and organizations can also rent it out for private parties.

Cougar Byte, a computer/software store offers student, faculty and staff discounts, exclusively for the UH community. Cougar Byte is also the authorized computer repair service center for UH.

Beyond the Arbor level is the UC Underground, where the Center for Student Involvement is located to offer registered student organizations services, advising and training.

UH offi cials plan to rebuild the UC, and ground breaking for Phase 1 is planned to be spring of 2012. Phase 1 of the new UC is set to have a 400-seat theater, restaurants, the Center for Student Involvement, the Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life and other amenities. Students are now paying $85 each semester, included in their tuition, to go towards construction of the new UC.

Students also automatically pay $84 a semester for the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, which grants them access into the facility by showing their Cougar Card.

Along with the UC, the UC-Satellite is one of the most recognized and popular facilities at UH. Restaurants and cafes including Starbucks, Taco Bell, Chick-fi l-a and Smoothie King are available here.

“The Rec is a great place to unwind on campus,” English junior Lindsay Huffman said. “There’s always students there play-ing games that you can join in on.”

The Rec offers basketball courts, a climbing wall, a combat room for martial arts, an outdoor and indoor pool, volleyball and badminton courts, multipurpose activity courts and rooms, an out-door track, racquetball and squash courts and a sports club fi eld. Students can join intramural teams and even hire a personal trainer.

For any students with young children, two Children’s Learning Centers are available on campus. They offer childcare for children too young for elementary school. Children can go to these centers for two, three or fi ve days a week.

Not many students know that there are nine libraries on cam-pus, all available for any student. They include the Architecture & Art Library, Digital Library, Government Documents, Hilton

College: Massad Family Library & Archives, Law Library, Music Library, Optometry Library, Special Collections and the M.D. Anderson Library.

The M.D. Anderson Library is the largest, and is a Tier One recognized library as well.

“The (M.D. Anderson) Library offers classes on how to do research and use their databases,” chemistry junior Chris Punch said. “It was really helpful when I was a freshman.”

Another helpful and convenient service available to incom-ing and current students is the fi ve different bus routes: Campus Loop, Eastwood/energy research park, Robertson line, Oaks Line and Bayou Oaks Line. These routes are available to help students get around campus and are synchronized with Houston Metro, to lower wait times.

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www.uh.edu/parking [email protected] 713-743-1097

Getting to campus can be expensive. Parking on campus can be tough. Save your time and your

money by using an alternative transportation option. METRO offers 8 local routes with direct

service to campus, and convenient connecting service for most all other routes-including Park and

Ride service from suburban communities. And when you use your student Q-Card, you

save 50% on METRO fares. Or form a carpool with friends and

share the cost of gas and a permit. Plus, if you sign

up for Connect by Hertz carsharing you’ll always

have access to a car on campus, even if you don’t

bring your own car. Connect rates start at just $8/

hour, and include gas and insurance. Alternative

Transportation is an environmentally friendly way

to add some green in your life, and your wallet.

Become our fan on Facebook: UH Parking and Transportation Services

Follow us on Twitter: @uhparking

You could use a little more green in your life.

For more information on green commuting, visit:

www.uh.edu/greencommute

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PARIS JOMADIAO // Eligible Students join the Honors College for resources.

STUDENTS OFTEN CAN’T KEEP UP WITH HOW MANY services UH has to offer, and sometimes they aren’t even aware that they pay for them with their tuition.

The University Center offers a variety of services under one roof, including the Dean of Students Offi ce, which offers help and direction to students. The UC also has a cafeteria with a variety of food options, along with a campus bookstore.

The most overlooked level of the UC is the Arbor level, which has game rooms with pool and ping-pong tables, bowling lanes, video games and pinball. Student clubs and organizations can also rent it out for private parties.

Cougar Byte, a computer/software store offers student, faculty and staff discounts, exclusively for the UH community. Cougar Byte is also the authorized computer repair service center for UH.

Beyond the Arbor level is the UC Underground, where the Center for Student Involvement is located to offer registered student organizations services, advising and training.

UH offi cials plan to rebuild the UC, and ground breaking for Phase 1 is planned to be spring of 2012. Phase 1 of the new UC is set to have a 400-seat theater, restaurants, the Center for Student Involvement, the Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life and other amenities. Students are now paying $85 each semester, included in their tuition, to go towards construction of the new UC.

Students also automatically pay $84 a semester for the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, which grants them access into the facility by showing their Cougar Card.

Along with the UC, the UC-Satellite is one of the most recognized and popular facilities at UH. Restaurants and cafes including Starbucks, Taco Bell, Chick-fi l-a and Smoothie King are available here.

“The Rec is a great place to unwind on campus,” English junior Lindsay Huffman said. “There’s always students there play-ing games that you can join in on.”

The Rec offers basketball courts, a climbing wall, a combat room for martial arts, an outdoor and indoor pool, volleyball and badminton courts, multipurpose activity courts and rooms, an out-door track, racquetball and squash courts and a sports club fi eld. Students can join intramural teams and even hire a personal trainer.

For any students with young children, two Children’s Learning Centers are available on campus. They offer childcare for children too young for elementary school. Children can go to these centers for two, three or fi ve days a week.

Not many students know that there are nine libraries on cam-pus, all available for any student. They include the Architecture & Art Library, Digital Library, Government Documents, Hilton

College: Massad Family Library & Archives, Law Library, Music Library, Optometry Library, Special Collections and the M.D. Anderson Library.

The M.D. Anderson Library is the largest, and is a Tier One recognized library as well.

“The (M.D. Anderson) Library offers classes on how to do research and use their databases,” chemistry junior Chris Punch said. “It was really helpful when I was a freshman.”

Another helpful and convenient service available to incom-ing and current students is the fi ve different bus routes: Campus Loop, Eastwood/energy research park, Robertson line, Oaks Line and Bayou Oaks Line. These routes are available to help students get around campus and are synchronized with Houston Metro, to lower wait times.

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THE OFFICE OF ANNUAL GIVING HAS SET ASIDE A DAY to thank UH Alumni for their philanthropic efforts.

Philanthropy Awareness Day is an annual event that recognizes the fi nancial support received from private donors when tuition and state funding run out.

“We’ve dedicated a day to raising awareness among students about the important role of individual gifts, like those we receive from UH Alumni,” said Lizeth Castro, young alumni coordinator for The Offi ce of Annual Giving.

“We are celebrating by recognizing those things that are the result of contributions, which is why we have dressed the M.D. Anderson Library building with two big, red bows. It’s about thank-ing all those donors who so generously give each year, even if it’s just a couple of dollars a month.”

Students had the opportunity to win prizes and eat free food at the March 29 event that took place in the University Center.

“Students get free lunch and win prizes. More importantly, these donors make a difference in every student’s UH experience. I know I feel appreciated by even the smallest thank you and I’m sure all our donors will appreciate a token of thanks from students,” Castro said.

“It’s important for students to understand that they can enjoy a lifelong relationship with their University; stay in touch.”

Castro said that it’s important for students to attend the event and spread philanthropy awareness — especially during tough eco-nomic times.

“With the budget cuts that everyone has heard about and the way higher education is faring in the general economy is right now, it is even more important than ever before. So many people think, ‘UH is a state school. I pay taxes. I pay tuition… They don’t need my gift.’ But UH is really a ‘state-assisted’ school, to be honest,” she

said. As recent as 1991, 48 percent of the UH budget came through

state funding, according to Castro. This year, state funds are around 26 percent of the budget.“We do know that tuition is a lot of money for most students

and families — we are not asking students to give anything right now,” she said.

“We simply want them to understand that the gifts of alumni and friends help us to keep growing, offer more and better resources to students that tuition and state monies just can’t cover.”

The program hopes to help students understand is that the number of alumni who give after graduation can affect the rankings for UH in publications like US News & World Report, a large cor-poration or a foundation funder who wants to join a winning team.

Castro said that “we are enjoying our early (fl agship) successes, but philanthropy also affects our (fl agship) future.”

Many students look forward in participating in the event, and they recognize how important supporting alumni could be for UH.

“I want to show my gratitude to the alumni because without them, we wouldn’t be able to cover tuition costs,” kinesiology senior Joel Peter John said.

“A lot of people don’t know about how much the alumni con-tributes, so this day is important to spread awareness.”

All donations received by The Offi ce of Annual Giving go back to the University to help provide students with faculty, facilities and programs.

It’s hard for students to grasp that donations in any amount make a difference. It is important for them to understand the scope of services that UH provides and that school runs day-in and day-out, year round; not just when they are in class.

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Many may not know that UH Alumni is a

non-profi t organization. So the program is

celebrating those who support scholarships

in every college, lab equipment, Friends of

Women’s Studies or the Center for Mexi-

can American Studies. The program is also

celebrating those who give to Cougar Pride,

which provides scholarships to student ath-

letes, those who contributed to help renovate

and update the M.D. Anderson Library and

the Honors College, the incredible mural

and lobby space in the Graduate College of

Social Work, they update labs in the College

of Pharmacy, the Career Services Center at

Bauer College of Business, the tennis courts

and weight room, the whole Athletics/Alumni

Center on Cullen. The list goes on and on.

Every donation the program gets goes back to

the university to help provide our students with

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Chill out!You’re coming to a big campus

with hot weather, but don’t sweat it! Cougar First Impressions

will lend a helping hand.

We’ll help you find your way. Look for our tents around campus Aug. 22-23. Our volunteers will help you find your classes.

We’ll answer your questions. We help you any way we can. We want your first impression to be a good one!

... And we’ll help cool you down.Our volunteers will hand out bottled water and icy treats to help you beat the heat!

Now featuring a Water Monster hydration system check it out!

Celebrating 14 years of service!www.uh.edu/sc/cfi

The University of Houston is an EEO/AA Institution

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THE OFFICE OF ANNUAL GIVING HAS SET ASIDE A DAY to thank UH Alumni for their philanthropic efforts.

Philanthropy Awareness Day is an annual event that recognizes the fi nancial support received from private donors when tuition and state funding run out.

“We’ve dedicated a day to raising awareness among students about the important role of individual gifts, like those we receive from UH Alumni,” said Lizeth Castro, young alumni coordinator for The Offi ce of Annual Giving.

“We are celebrating by recognizing those things that are the result of contributions, which is why we have dressed the M.D. Anderson Library building with two big, red bows. It’s about thank-ing all those donors who so generously give each year, even if it’s just a couple of dollars a month.”

Students had the opportunity to win prizes and eat free food at the March 29 event that took place in the University Center.

“Students get free lunch and win prizes. More importantly, these donors make a difference in every student’s UH experience. I know I feel appreciated by even the smallest thank you and I’m sure all our donors will appreciate a token of thanks from students,” Castro said.

“It’s important for students to understand that they can enjoy a lifelong relationship with their University; stay in touch.”

Castro said that it’s important for students to attend the event and spread philanthropy awareness — especially during tough eco-nomic times.

“With the budget cuts that everyone has heard about and the way higher education is faring in the general economy is right now, it is even more important than ever before. So many people think, ‘UH is a state school. I pay taxes. I pay tuition… They don’t need my gift.’ But UH is really a ‘state-assisted’ school, to be honest,” she

said. As recent as 1991, 48 percent of the UH budget came through

state funding, according to Castro. This year, state funds are around 26 percent of the budget.“We do know that tuition is a lot of money for most students

and families — we are not asking students to give anything right now,” she said.

“We simply want them to understand that the gifts of alumni and friends help us to keep growing, offer more and better resources to students that tuition and state monies just can’t cover.”

The program hopes to help students understand is that the number of alumni who give after graduation can affect the rankings for UH in publications like US News & World Report, a large cor-poration or a foundation funder who wants to join a winning team.

Castro said that “we are enjoying our early (fl agship) successes, but philanthropy also affects our (fl agship) future.”

Many students look forward in participating in the event, and they recognize how important supporting alumni could be for UH.

“I want to show my gratitude to the alumni because without them, we wouldn’t be able to cover tuition costs,” kinesiology senior Joel Peter John said.

“A lot of people don’t know about how much the alumni con-tributes, so this day is important to spread awareness.”

All donations received by The Offi ce of Annual Giving go back to the University to help provide students with faculty, facilities and programs.

It’s hard for students to grasp that donations in any amount make a difference. It is important for them to understand the scope of services that UH provides and that school runs day-in and day-out, year round; not just when they are in class.

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non-profi t organization. So the program is

celebrating those who support scholarships

in every college, lab equipment, Friends of

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celebrating those who give to Cougar Pride,

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and update the M.D. Anderson Library and

the Honors College, the incredible mural

and lobby space in the Graduate College of

Social Work, they update labs in the College

of Pharmacy, the Career Services Center at

Bauer College of Business, the tennis courts

and weight room, the whole Athletics/Alumni

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MAINTAINING CAMPUS SAFETY IS ONE OF THE TOP priorities for the University of Houston offi cials. The Department of Public Safety is charged with responding to crimes on and off campus, comprised of parking enforcement, the fi re marshal, secu-rity services and environmental health and safety.

“We try to provide good police services,” UHDPS offi cer Aaron O’ Daly said. “Our main mission is to get out there and build and strengthen partnerships.”

In addition to providing a safe learning environment, UHDPS offers self-defense classes, bike registration, sexual assault and per-sonal safety awareness programs and a lost and found system, where claims can be fi led online.

UHDPS has taken a proactive approach to campus safety by putting uniformed offi cers on foot and vehicle and bicycle patrols. The University has installed emergency poles around the campus to insure that crimes and emergencies can be reported in a timely manner.

The bright red poles are located in all parking lots and des-ignated areas inside the campus. Each pole features a red button that calls directly to the police dispatcher 24/7. Parking enforce-ment makes routine patrols through each lot to ensure vehicles and students are safe.

“I feel safe at night here on campus,” chemistry senior Phillip Chang said. “I always see the police in their cars and on bikes, so I never feel in danger of anything bad happening to me.”

Crime rates vary on different campuses, and UH has

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consistently maintained a low one — particularly compared to areas away from the campus in Houston. For instance, you’re more likely to become the victim of a robbery at the Galleria than here at UH. According to Houston Police Department crime statistics, in February of this year, there were 16 burglaries and two cases of aggravated assault reported in the Galleria area alone.

UHDPS stress personal accountability and taking proactive measures for keeping items secure. The fi rst step is to never let any-one you don’t trust to hold your high value items or leave them unat-tended for any period of time. UHDPS will engrave your name or number identifi er on personal property to make it easier for authori-ties to identify you as the owner, which may prevent a thief from stealing your belongings.

“People just step away momentarily and backpacks, laptops and iPods are left unattended,” Daly said. “It’s almost laying out there for the taking; we see it all the time.”

In the last few years, there has been a push to build more on-campus housing. Most of the crimes that occur on campus are usu-ally drug- and alcohol-related in housing. According to the UHDPS annual crime report for 2009, there were 30 arrest for drug viola-tions, 33 for liquor law violations and one for weapons possession.

As a student, you should always be aware of your surroundings and report anything that looks suspicious to police. Students should avoid walking around campus at night, but if it’s necessary they’re encouraged to walk in groups or ask for a police escort.

// Take the most traveled route to and from classes. Walk

with others if possible, especially at night, or take advantage

of the UHDPS Security Escort Program.

// Learn the locations of the blue light phones in the areas

you frequently visit. These phones are directly linked to

UHDPS.

// Don’t leave valuable items in view in the car. Leave them in

the trunk or keep them at home.

// Know the emergency exits out of your dorm. Be sure your

smoke detectors are working. Locate the fi re extinguishers.

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MAINTAINING CAMPUS SAFETY IS ONE OF THE TOP priorities for the University of Houston offi cials. The Department of Public Safety is charged with responding to crimes on and off campus, comprised of parking enforcement, the fi re marshal, secu-rity services and environmental health and safety.

“We try to provide good police services,” UHDPS offi cer Aaron O’ Daly said. “Our main mission is to get out there and build and strengthen partnerships.”

In addition to providing a safe learning environment, UHDPS offers self-defense classes, bike registration, sexual assault and per-sonal safety awareness programs and a lost and found system, where claims can be fi led online.

UHDPS has taken a proactive approach to campus safety by putting uniformed offi cers on foot and vehicle and bicycle patrols. The University has installed emergency poles around the campus to insure that crimes and emergencies can be reported in a timely manner.

The bright red poles are located in all parking lots and des-ignated areas inside the campus. Each pole features a red button that calls directly to the police dispatcher 24/7. Parking enforce-ment makes routine patrols through each lot to ensure vehicles and students are safe.

“I feel safe at night here on campus,” chemistry senior Phillip Chang said. “I always see the police in their cars and on bikes, so I never feel in danger of anything bad happening to me.”

Crime rates vary on different campuses, and UH has

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consistently maintained a low one — particularly compared to areas away from the campus in Houston. For instance, you’re more likely to become the victim of a robbery at the Galleria than here at UH. According to Houston Police Department crime statistics, in February of this year, there were 16 burglaries and two cases of aggravated assault reported in the Galleria area alone.

UHDPS stress personal accountability and taking proactive measures for keeping items secure. The fi rst step is to never let any-one you don’t trust to hold your high value items or leave them unat-tended for any period of time. UHDPS will engrave your name or number identifi er on personal property to make it easier for authori-ties to identify you as the owner, which may prevent a thief from stealing your belongings.

“People just step away momentarily and backpacks, laptops and iPods are left unattended,” Daly said. “It’s almost laying out there for the taking; we see it all the time.”

In the last few years, there has been a push to build more on-campus housing. Most of the crimes that occur on campus are usu-ally drug- and alcohol-related in housing. According to the UHDPS annual crime report for 2009, there were 30 arrest for drug viola-tions, 33 for liquor law violations and one for weapons possession.

As a student, you should always be aware of your surroundings and report anything that looks suspicious to police. Students should avoid walking around campus at night, but if it’s necessary they’re encouraged to walk in groups or ask for a police escort.

// Take the most traveled route to and from classes. Walk

with others if possible, especially at night, or take advantage

of the UHDPS Security Escort Program.

// Learn the locations of the blue light phones in the areas

you frequently visit. These phones are directly linked to

UHDPS.

// Don’t leave valuable items in view in the car. Leave them in

the trunk or keep them at home.

// Know the emergency exits out of your dorm. Be sure your

smoke detectors are working. Locate the fi re extinguishers.

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// WHAT ARE SOME THINGS YOU WISH YOU WOULD’VE KNOWN COMING INTO COLLEGE?

“I wish someone would have told me that all the restaurants are closed on Saturdays, so I could’ve stocked up (on food). There were a few months where it was Saturday and I was like, “Ugh, it’s Saturday! I don’t want to go to the OB, I’m hungry!”

// WHAT STRUGGLES HAVE YOU OVERCOME?“A general apathy about college; I did really well my fi rst semes-

ter and then I kind of slacked off entirely my second semester. I didn’t want to do anything and my grades refl ected it. I got it going now.”

// WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR UPCOMING FRESHMAN AND TRANSFER STUDENTS?

“I guess make sure you’re doing what you really want to do. I know a lot of people who have gotten two years into their degree plan and then they’re like, ‘I really hate what I’m doing.’ My roommate being one of them; so he pretty much has to start from scratch and he’s not going to graduate in 4 years.

“So, just be sure you know what you want before you start doing it.”

// ARE YOUR PARENTS REALLY INVOLVED IN YOUR COLLEGE CAREER; DO THEY VISIT YOU A LOT? OR DO YOU EVEN WANT THEM TO BE INVOLVED?

“I do appreciate the level that they are involved, but it’s pri-marily fi nancial. I go home and visit my mother, I guess, twice a

month. I drive home every other weekend.”

// WHERE ARE YOU FROM?“I’m from Nederland; it’s about an hour and a half away.”

// HOW IS LIVING ON CAMPUS?“It’s absolutely wonderful. I started off living in Taub right

here, but then Honors housing moved over to Cougar Village, and I really like it over there. It’s swanky.”

// WHAT SERVICES HAVE YOU USED ON CAMPUS?“Dining, the REC center and the little guys that go around in

go-carts… I get them to drive me to class sometimes, just when I’m running late.”

// HAVE YOU HAD ANY COMPLICATIONS WITH ANY OF THE SERVICES HERE?

“Yes. I guess it was my second semester here, and I was try-ing to sign up for classes. We get priority registration with Honors College and there was a very competitive class I was trying to get into. I didn’t get into it because there was a complication with fi nan-cial services. They had misplaced one of my payments. I had to pay an extra $980, and didn’t get any of the classes I wanted.”

// WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT UH?“The pride, man. You’re walking around on Fridays, and it’s

like a sea of red. I love it.”

SOPHOMORE MARKLEY ROGERS ADMITS THAT FIGHTING the lazy days during a strenuous semester, fi guring out exactly when restaurants are open on campus, getting into the right classes or bat-tling the dreaded fi nancial aid services as a freshman were some of the toughest tasks he’s had to face.

Rogers is a political science major who currently serves as the associate director of external affairs on the Student Government Association. Markley spoke with Transitions writer Candace Michelle Allen about how he survived his freshman year by maintaining patience and how he has developed a strong sense of Cougar pride.

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// WHAT ARE SOME THINGS YOU WISH YOU WOULD’VE KNOWN COMING INTO COLLEGE?

“I wish someone would have told me that all the restaurants are closed on Saturdays, so I could’ve stocked up (on food). There were a few months where it was Saturday and I was like, “Ugh, it’s Saturday! I don’t want to go to the OB, I’m hungry!”

// WHAT STRUGGLES HAVE YOU OVERCOME?“A general apathy about college; I did really well my fi rst semes-

ter and then I kind of slacked off entirely my second semester. I didn’t want to do anything and my grades refl ected it. I got it going now.”

// WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR UPCOMING FRESHMAN AND TRANSFER STUDENTS?

“I guess make sure you’re doing what you really want to do. I know a lot of people who have gotten two years into their degree plan and then they’re like, ‘I really hate what I’m doing.’ My roommate being one of them; so he pretty much has to start from scratch and he’s not going to graduate in 4 years.

“So, just be sure you know what you want before you start doing it.”

// ARE YOUR PARENTS REALLY INVOLVED IN YOUR COLLEGE CAREER; DO THEY VISIT YOU A LOT? OR DO YOU EVEN WANT THEM TO BE INVOLVED?

“I do appreciate the level that they are involved, but it’s pri-marily fi nancial. I go home and visit my mother, I guess, twice a

month. I drive home every other weekend.”

// WHERE ARE YOU FROM?“I’m from Nederland; it’s about an hour and a half away.”

// HOW IS LIVING ON CAMPUS?“It’s absolutely wonderful. I started off living in Taub right

here, but then Honors housing moved over to Cougar Village, and I really like it over there. It’s swanky.”

// WHAT SERVICES HAVE YOU USED ON CAMPUS?“Dining, the REC center and the little guys that go around in

go-carts… I get them to drive me to class sometimes, just when I’m running late.”

// HAVE YOU HAD ANY COMPLICATIONS WITH ANY OF THE SERVICES HERE?

“Yes. I guess it was my second semester here, and I was try-ing to sign up for classes. We get priority registration with Honors College and there was a very competitive class I was trying to get into. I didn’t get into it because there was a complication with fi nan-cial services. They had misplaced one of my payments. I had to pay an extra $980, and didn’t get any of the classes I wanted.”

// WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT UH?“The pride, man. You’re walking around on Fridays, and it’s

like a sea of red. I love it.”

SOPHOMORE MARKLEY ROGERS ADMITS THAT FIGHTING the lazy days during a strenuous semester, fi guring out exactly when restaurants are open on campus, getting into the right classes or bat-tling the dreaded fi nancial aid services as a freshman were some of the toughest tasks he’s had to face.

Rogers is a political science major who currently serves as the associate director of external affairs on the Student Government Association. Markley spoke with Transitions writer Candace Michelle Allen about how he survived his freshman year by maintaining patience and how he has developed a strong sense of Cougar pride.

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STUDY ABROADSUMMER TRAVEL USED FOR CREDITTEXT BY ELIZE NAJM

THINKING ABOUT LEARNING A NEW LANGUAGE OR about different cultures? Why not learn in Spain, France, or any of the other countries that UH offers study abroad programs with?

“I only have one month left here and I don’t want to leave,” said Roxana Naderi, an accounting junior who has been studying abroad in Barcelona for three months.

“I can say without a doubt that I have had the time of my life.”The UH study abroad offi ce partners with universities and

international programs in more than 60 countries throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, Central and Latin America and the Middle East. Whether you want to study abroad for a year, semester or a summer, there is a program for you.

“UH’s study abroad programs are unique because they cater to all the needs of the students. There are the short-term and long-term programs. Students can accelerate their graduation in the Special programs held during the holidays. UH is open to facilitat-ing the student to study abroad,” said Parul Fernandes, Director of the Offi ce of International Studies and Programs.

Naderi said she recommends study abroad if a student is inter-ested in traveling and experiencing other cultures.

“It is an amazing experience and there is really no other time in our lives where we can go travel through Europe without any responsibilities,” she said.

“Of course we have classes here, but the teachers know that we are here to have fun and see the world and get a cultural experience as well.”

In 2010, 536 UH students participated in the study abroad program.

“China, Mexico and Germany are the most popular destina-tions,” Fernandes said.

“Study abroad programs in China are geared towards learning the language and for business majors. Mexico is favored because it is the nearest study abroad destination to the USA for the learn-ing of Spanish. Europe has the Czech Republic, Spain, Italy and Germany as favored destinations. Last year, India was a popular destination for students from the Bauer School of Business for a faculty-led program.”

A few things to keep in mind when considering studying abroad are the pre-requisites, the deadlines, and the cost.

Students must have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA and at least 12 credit hours to qualify. Any student who fi ts these requirements is eli-gible to study abroad. Though having some familiarity with the language and culture of the country you are traveling to could prove benefi cial, there are programs in many countries that offer classes in English.

“It is not necessary for a student to have a basic grasp of the

language,” Fernandes said. “In fact, students who study abroad with no basic knowledge

fi nd themselves having a life-changing experience. The cultural immersion that they experience by staying with host families cou-pled with the necessity of communication in the local language, provide them with cross cultural communication skills and shape their future with a broader mindset. They come back as survivors with maturity and open-mindedness and with excellent interper-sonal skills.”

The deadline for applications, including all required paper-work, is June 24 for the 2011 Fall semester and November 12 for the Spring 2012 semester.

“The advisors at UH were very nice and helpful and they were patient with me while I was trying to get all of my paperwork turned in,” Naderi said.

If you know what country you would like to study in, the research phase will be dramatically shorter. If you are unsure but want help deciding, you should speak with your advisor and then visit the Study Abroad Offi ce located in room 501 of the E. Cullen building. Researching the country and program that will be the best fi t for you is one of the most important parts of the application process and should not be rushed. Allotting a few months for this step is recommended.

“The student should ideally start the process between six months to a year. This gives the student enough time to complete their fi nancial plan-ning, the academic process with the college they are studying in, and all study abroad requirements,” Fernandes said.

If you’re interested in studying abroad but wondering how you will be able to afford it, there are numerous scholarships offered each year through each program. The Offi ce of International Studies Program offers two scholarships twice a year: the International Education Fund Scholarship (IEFS) and the Houston Junior Chambers Commerce (HJCC). Students can apply for these scholarships in addition to the scholarships offered through each program. Financial aid is also available for the Study Abroad Program.

The cost for each program varies depending upon the length of time you will be studying, the country you will be in, the housing and liv-ing expenses and the price of classes at your destination university. The cost can range anywhere from $2,000 for the 3 week program in Mexico (including airfare, food, housing, and excursions) to $26,000 for year-long programs. The initial application fee for the study abroad program is $100.

“In my opinion every student should study abroad because experi-encing another culture, living, eating, playing soccer or dancing allows the mind to know the values we all are brought up with,” Fernandes said.

“It is the difference that builds our personality. Unless we open the window to the world and allow the sunshine in we will never learn to value and respect another human being from a different part of the world. Study abroad assists every student to have the life changing experience,

meet the challenges of survival in a different culture and learn through a critical thinking process how to become intellectuals.”

Visit www.UH.edu/StudyAbroad to see a list of all the available pro-grams and start planning.

Photos provided by ROXANA NADERI // Shown (left) studying abroad in Spain.

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ARE YOU FEELING A LITTLE OVERWHELMED ABOUT starting your UH experience? Are you nervous about passing exams or approaching your professors for the fi rst time? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. We have put together a brief but clear and precise list on what we thought is the key of how to succeed as a freshman.

// HOW TO APPROACH YOUR PROFESSOR:

During the fi rst week of class, approach your professor after lecture and simply introduce yourself. Mention why you signed up for the class or tell him/her something that will make them remem-ber you — especially in a larger class. Make sure you are familiar with your professor’s offi ce hours, and don’t be afraid to visit them if you have any questions. Remember to stay professional when you’re speaking with your professor. Also remember that fi rst impressions are lasting impressions.

// HOW TO WRITE AN EMAIL:

Professors receive an abundant amount of emails, so writ-ing concisely and providing subject lines is essential. Write the key point of your email in the subject line. Choose a suitable greeting. Generally speaking you should start with, “Professor (last name here).” You should briefl y and politely state the reason why you are emailing him/her, by being short and getting straight to the point without using slang or abbreviations. Sign your email with your full name, course number and class time.

// HOW TO STAY ON TRACK:

Staying focused can be diffi cult at times, especially towards the end of the semester. Students should always try their best to stay on track and save some energy for when fi nals approach. Invest in a planner to write your important test and due dates. Set up appoint-ments with your advisor frequently, not only when you have an issue, to guarantee you are on the right path. Most importantly, take good notes and keep it organized — which requires you to attend class and avoid skipping it. Don’t rely on friends; college is about forming independence.

// HOW TO AVOID GAINING THE FRESHMAN 15:

The freshman 15 is when new students gain weight once they start college. It may seem impossible for some college students to maintain a healthy diet when they’re constantly on the move. UH tries to make it easier for students by providing state-of-the-art rec-reational facilities, which include everything from basketball courts to swimming pools to rock climbing walls at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center. Since your admission to the gym is already included in your tuition, it shouldn’t be that diffi cult. Instead of

a pizza, grab a Subway sandwich or a refreshing smoothie from Smoothie King at the UC-Satellite or the University Center cafeteria.

// HOW TO JOIN THE GREEK LIFE:

Going Greek provides learning and life experiences through friendship, community service, leadership, scholarship and social activities. Greek life is undoubtedly one of the largest organizations on any campus. Recruitment, or rush week, takes place the fi rst few weeks of school. So, if you’re interested, this would be the best time to decide which organization suits you best. For more information, visit the UH Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority life website at http://www.uh.edu/clfsl/index.html.

// HOW TO TAKE AN ONLINE CLASS:

Many students take advantage of the freedom they get when taking an online class. For the most part, they demand the same amount of effort and interaction as in-class college course. It is nec-essary and expected to log onto Blackboard and check emails several times a week. Select designated time slots to work on your course. Both managing time wisely and avoiding procrastination will lead to online success. Also, make sure you communicate with your profes-sor or teaching assistant; any student will agree that communication with their teacher leads to a higher success rate in the course.

// HOW TO PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE REAL WORLD:

When graduation is peeking around the corner, will you be ready for a job? Future employers will be looking for impressive resumes or portfolios. Making sure you have enough activities for these two things requires you to participate in extracurricular activi-ties and organizations on campus. Finding an internship as early in your college career as possible is the best option; you don’t want to leave completing an internships for your last stressful senior year. Internships provide excellent experience for your desired fi eld, and are sure to give you a competitive advantage.

// HOW TO STUDY AND SUCCESSFULLY PASS AN EXAM:

Keep in mind that if you have been attending class regularly and completing your assignments, you actually have a lot of knowl-edge already. So don’t stress and fi nd a study method that best works for you. Find somewhere that is quiet and free of distraction to study. Use all of your resources such as lecture notes, textbooks and even classmates. Ask for your teacher’s help whenever you may need it- that’s what teachers are there for. Avoid delaying studying until the last minute. Get a good night’s sleep before your exam and make sure you eat a good breakfast on the day of your exam for energy.

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HOW TO: SUCCEEDTEXT BY KAYLA CORMIER

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ARE YOU FEELING A LITTLE OVERWHELMED ABOUT starting your UH experience? Are you nervous about passing exams or approaching your professors for the fi rst time? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. We have put together a brief but clear and precise list on what we thought is the key of how to succeed as a freshman.

// HOW TO APPROACH YOUR PROFESSOR:

During the fi rst week of class, approach your professor after lecture and simply introduce yourself. Mention why you signed up for the class or tell him/her something that will make them remem-ber you — especially in a larger class. Make sure you are familiar with your professor’s offi ce hours, and don’t be afraid to visit them if you have any questions. Remember to stay professional when you’re speaking with your professor. Also remember that fi rst impressions are lasting impressions.

// HOW TO WRITE AN EMAIL:

Professors receive an abundant amount of emails, so writ-ing concisely and providing subject lines is essential. Write the key point of your email in the subject line. Choose a suitable greeting. Generally speaking you should start with, “Professor (last name here).” You should briefl y and politely state the reason why you are emailing him/her, by being short and getting straight to the point without using slang or abbreviations. Sign your email with your full name, course number and class time.

// HOW TO STAY ON TRACK:

Staying focused can be diffi cult at times, especially towards the end of the semester. Students should always try their best to stay on track and save some energy for when fi nals approach. Invest in a planner to write your important test and due dates. Set up appoint-ments with your advisor frequently, not only when you have an issue, to guarantee you are on the right path. Most importantly, take good notes and keep it organized — which requires you to attend class and avoid skipping it. Don’t rely on friends; college is about forming independence.

// HOW TO AVOID GAINING THE FRESHMAN 15:

The freshman 15 is when new students gain weight once they start college. It may seem impossible for some college students to maintain a healthy diet when they’re constantly on the move. UH tries to make it easier for students by providing state-of-the-art rec-reational facilities, which include everything from basketball courts to swimming pools to rock climbing walls at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center. Since your admission to the gym is already included in your tuition, it shouldn’t be that diffi cult. Instead of

a pizza, grab a Subway sandwich or a refreshing smoothie from Smoothie King at the UC-Satellite or the University Center cafeteria.

// HOW TO JOIN THE GREEK LIFE:

Going Greek provides learning and life experiences through friendship, community service, leadership, scholarship and social activities. Greek life is undoubtedly one of the largest organizations on any campus. Recruitment, or rush week, takes place the fi rst few weeks of school. So, if you’re interested, this would be the best time to decide which organization suits you best. For more information, visit the UH Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority life website at http://www.uh.edu/clfsl/index.html.

// HOW TO TAKE AN ONLINE CLASS:

Many students take advantage of the freedom they get when taking an online class. For the most part, they demand the same amount of effort and interaction as in-class college course. It is nec-essary and expected to log onto Blackboard and check emails several times a week. Select designated time slots to work on your course. Both managing time wisely and avoiding procrastination will lead to online success. Also, make sure you communicate with your profes-sor or teaching assistant; any student will agree that communication with their teacher leads to a higher success rate in the course.

// HOW TO PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE REAL WORLD:

When graduation is peeking around the corner, will you be ready for a job? Future employers will be looking for impressive resumes or portfolios. Making sure you have enough activities for these two things requires you to participate in extracurricular activi-ties and organizations on campus. Finding an internship as early in your college career as possible is the best option; you don’t want to leave completing an internships for your last stressful senior year. Internships provide excellent experience for your desired fi eld, and are sure to give you a competitive advantage.

// HOW TO STUDY AND SUCCESSFULLY PASS AN EXAM:

Keep in mind that if you have been attending class regularly and completing your assignments, you actually have a lot of knowl-edge already. So don’t stress and fi nd a study method that best works for you. Find somewhere that is quiet and free of distraction to study. Use all of your resources such as lecture notes, textbooks and even classmates. Ask for your teacher’s help whenever you may need it- that’s what teachers are there for. Avoid delaying studying until the last minute. Get a good night’s sleep before your exam and make sure you eat a good breakfast on the day of your exam for energy.

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IN THE UPCOMING SEMESTER, UH STUDENTS WILL LIKELY BE affected by the statewide budget cuts, especially since 80 percent of the student body receives fi nancial aid.

According to the Student Government Association, UH is los-ing more government aid than UT-Austin, Texas A&M and Texas Tech University. UH will receive 20 percent less in aid than the 2010-2011 fi scal year.

“We are already facing fi scal issues due to the current state of the economy, and it’s not acceptable for the state to reduce our source of funding,” said former SGA President Prince Wilson in a campus-wide email addressing the issue.

While some students are taking out loans, alternative solutions such as scholarships, grants and award programs are available.

“(Scholarships) took a bit of the load out of my back,” said Edgar Veliz, communications junior. “Now I don’t have to work full time.”

The UH website offers a variety of scholarships, including

newer opportunities such as the Flagship Scholarship that was developed by UH President Renu Khator.

The majority of UH colleges or academic programs also offer scholarships or grants depending on the student’s major and some-times minor.

The UH Alumni Association also offers awards for incoming students and current undergraduates. According to the UH website, they gave out $180,000 in scholarships last year based on specifi c categories such as the marching band, minority students or those in various academic programs.

Academic advisors can also help direct students towards schol-arships provided by professional organizations in Houston, outside of campus.

A rise in tuition has yet to be decided on, but students are encour-aged to search and apply for scholarships as soon as possible.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO

SAVE MONEY:

Apply for fi nancial aid1Get a student loan2

Borrow books and sell your used books3

Take the Graduation Pledge4

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IN THE UPCOMING SEMESTER, UH STUDENTS WILL LIKELY BE affected by the statewide budget cuts, especially since 80 percent of the student body receives fi nancial aid.

According to the Student Government Association, UH is los-ing more government aid than UT-Austin, Texas A&M and Texas Tech University. UH will receive 20 percent less in aid than the 2010-2011 fi scal year.

“We are already facing fi scal issues due to the current state of the economy, and it’s not acceptable for the state to reduce our source of funding,” said former SGA President Prince Wilson in a campus-wide email addressing the issue.

While some students are taking out loans, alternative solutions such as scholarships, grants and award programs are available.

“(Scholarships) took a bit of the load out of my back,” said Edgar Veliz, communications junior. “Now I don’t have to work full time.”

The UH website offers a variety of scholarships, including

newer opportunities such as the Flagship Scholarship that was developed by UH President Renu Khator.

The majority of UH colleges or academic programs also offer scholarships or grants depending on the student’s major and some-times minor.

The UH Alumni Association also offers awards for incoming students and current undergraduates. According to the UH website, they gave out $180,000 in scholarships last year based on specifi c categories such as the marching band, minority students or those in various academic programs.

Academic advisors can also help direct students towards schol-arships provided by professional organizations in Houston, outside of campus.

A rise in tuition has yet to be decided on, but students are encour-aged to search and apply for scholarships as soon as possible.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO

SAVE MONEY:

Apply for fi nancial aid1Get a student loan2

Borrow books and sell your used books3

Take the Graduation Pledge4

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AS A TRANSFER STUDENT, MY TRANSITION FROM A junior college to a major university was rocky at fi rst. All sorts of questions came to mind when I received my UH acceptance letter: What is there to do on campus besides study? How do I fi nd my way around the dauntingly large campus? What can I do between classes? How will I make the most of my time at UH? Through the help of other students and the University, however, I quickly adapted to my new life as a Cougar. Here are a few things that made for an easy transition and some memorable years at the University that everyone should scratch off their list.

// CLIMB THE ROCK WALL AT THE REC:The Campus Recreation and Wellness center has 264 thousand square-feet of potential energy and a 53-foot rock wall. If heights aren’t your thing, then not to worry; intramural sports, fi tness classes and adventure trips are a few other things the REC has to offer.

// TAKE IN THE ARTS:UH has many outlets for the arts — from bands playing at the UC-Satellite, performances by the theater department and concerts from the Moores School of Music to the Blaffer Art Gallery.

// JOIN A STUDENT ORGANIZATION/GET INVOLVED:With over 400 registered student organizations, UH gives students opportunities to follow their passions. If there isn’t an organization that suits you, create one. Student organizations host events, and it is a great way to meet fellow Cougars who share your interests.

// TOUR CAMPUS:It is important to know your way around the University’s 667 acres. With its huge trees, large fountains and over 260 Art Among Us pieces, the UH campus is an oasis in the middle of the fourth largest city in America. Before you graduate you should try visit-ing as many buildings on campus as possible.

// ATTEND A FOOTBALL GAME:Supporting the Cougar football team by attending a football game is a great way to show pride for your University. All athletic events are free for students. So come, be loud, wear red and cheer for your team.

// JOIN THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION:When graduation approaches, seniors have the option to join the Alumni Association, and for a small membership fee you can stay connected to your beloved University. The Alumni Association gives back by supporting students and investing in student programs and scholarships. Strong Alumni support also contributes to UH’s quest for fl agship status, as alumni support is factored into how a university is ranked. Join the Alumni Association and become a Cougar for life.

// ATTEND FRONTIER FIESTA:One of the University’s oldest traditions showcases student organi-zations. The “Fiesta” offers free concerts, Battle of the Bands, soror-ity and fraternity variety shows, a carnival and a cook-off. This free event takes place every spring.

// GO BOWLING:UH has many amenities that most universities offer, but how many people can say, “I go bowling during my breaks between classes?” Students can fi nd the bowling alley in the UC Underground.

// UTILIZE THE WELCOME CENTER:The Welcome Center houses the Visitor Center and provides excellent resources for new students, like campus tours and admission details.

// SPEND TIME IN THE LIBRARY:Take advantage of the free services and amenities that our Tier One library has to offer. After all, you pay for it automatically as part of your service fees in your tuition.

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AS A TRANSFER STUDENT, MY TRANSITION FROM A junior college to a major university was rocky at fi rst. All sorts of questions came to mind when I received my UH acceptance letter: What is there to do on campus besides study? How do I fi nd my way around the dauntingly large campus? What can I do between classes? How will I make the most of my time at UH? Through the help of other students and the University, however, I quickly adapted to my new life as a Cougar. Here are a few things that made for an easy transition and some memorable years at the University that everyone should scratch off their list.

// CLIMB THE ROCK WALL AT THE REC:The Campus Recreation and Wellness center has 264 thousand square-feet of potential energy and a 53-foot rock wall. If heights aren’t your thing, then not to worry; intramural sports, fi tness classes and adventure trips are a few other things the REC has to offer.

// TAKE IN THE ARTS:UH has many outlets for the arts — from bands playing at the UC-Satellite, performances by the theater department and concerts from the Moores School of Music to the Blaffer Art Gallery.

// JOIN A STUDENT ORGANIZATION/GET INVOLVED:With over 400 registered student organizations, UH gives students opportunities to follow their passions. If there isn’t an organization that suits you, create one. Student organizations host events, and it is a great way to meet fellow Cougars who share your interests.

// TOUR CAMPUS:It is important to know your way around the University’s 667 acres. With its huge trees, large fountains and over 260 Art Among Us pieces, the UH campus is an oasis in the middle of the fourth largest city in America. Before you graduate you should try visit-ing as many buildings on campus as possible.

// ATTEND A FOOTBALL GAME:Supporting the Cougar football team by attending a football game is a great way to show pride for your University. All athletic events are free for students. So come, be loud, wear red and cheer for your team.

// JOIN THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION:When graduation approaches, seniors have the option to join the Alumni Association, and for a small membership fee you can stay connected to your beloved University. The Alumni Association gives back by supporting students and investing in student programs and scholarships. Strong Alumni support also contributes to UH’s quest for fl agship status, as alumni support is factored into how a university is ranked. Join the Alumni Association and become a Cougar for life.

// ATTEND FRONTIER FIESTA:One of the University’s oldest traditions showcases student organi-zations. The “Fiesta” offers free concerts, Battle of the Bands, soror-ity and fraternity variety shows, a carnival and a cook-off. This free event takes place every spring.

// GO BOWLING:UH has many amenities that most universities offer, but how many people can say, “I go bowling during my breaks between classes?” Students can fi nd the bowling alley in the UC Underground.

// UTILIZE THE WELCOME CENTER:The Welcome Center houses the Visitor Center and provides excellent resources for new students, like campus tours and admission details.

// SPEND TIME IN THE LIBRARY:Take advantage of the free services and amenities that our Tier One library has to offer. After all, you pay for it automatically as part of your service fees in your tuition.

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WHETHER YOU’RE A VISITOR, A NEWCOMER, A LOCAL suburbanite or a native urbanite, the Houston-area art scene is one of a kind—with plenty of options to choose from.

From performance arts to local artists and festivals, Houston has it all, and the stage is grand.

“Taking my kids to visit the Menil Collection is amazing,” said Sara Leighton, Houstonian and mother of fi ve-year-old triplets. “To hear their interpretation of the art compared to mine is price-less. They help me look at everything just a little differently and keep my perspective fresh.”

Former UH communications student Devin Medina is also a fan. “I love the Menil Collection,” he said. “It’s really modern, (has)

open space and it was exciting to see the Warhol pieces they have on display.”

There will never be a dull day with the wide variety of muse-ums and galleries in Houston. Even natives of this vast city can’t fi nd enough time to visit all their beloved favorites.

“There are so many choices and just not enough time,” said Marina Hartmann-Castillo, a native Houstonian and UH art his-tory and dance graduate. “Even if I were a millionaire with time on my side, I still don’t think I would be able to see all the arts Houston has to offer.”

From traditional and inspiring to fun and exciting, there are over 40 museums to choose from. From The Museum of Fine Arts, the Children’s Museum, The Menil Collection, Diverse Works Art Space, Inc., Contemporary Arts Museum, the Museum of Natural Science, and even Art Car parades — Houston’s art scene encapsu-lates the diverse energy this city has to offer.

“After moving to Houston two years ago from the UK and living in Canada, I never expected there to be so much going on (here),” said Deborah Tait, a business professional with Houston Entrepreneur’s Organization. “Never have I experienced anything like the Art Car parade… That was a truly unique and amazing experience.”

Beyond grand museums and art car parades, Houston has the fi nest and largest performance theatre district outside of New York’s Broadway.

“Houston’s Theater District is surprisingly diverse, (including) Broadway musicals, ballet, symphony and much more,” Tait said.

Our art scene is as diverse as our culture; there is truly some-thing for everyone to enjoy. The city will inspire you and serve as your muse with all its culture and worldliness. Get out and enjoy this art-fi lled city in all its vibrant glory.

JORGE PORRAS // Select Houston museums offer discounts to all college students.

RENOVATIONS// Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston has been

selected for a major renovation by the WORK Architecture

Company (WORKac).

// Blaffer is WORKac’s fi rst commission in Texas and will be

developed in partnership with Gensler.

// The renovation is scheduled to take place between July

and December 2011.

// The museum will be closed during the construction period

and will reopen its doors in January 2012. //Photo courtesy of JEFF BOWEN

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CITY OF ARTSTUDENTS ABSORB LOCAL CULTURETEXT BY MISTI MYNHIER

WHETHER YOU’RE A VISITOR, A NEWCOMER, A LOCAL suburbanite or a native urbanite, the Houston-area art scene is one of a kind—with plenty of options to choose from.

From performance arts to local artists and festivals, Houston has it all, and the stage is grand.

“Taking my kids to visit the Menil Collection is amazing,” said Sara Leighton, Houstonian and mother of fi ve-year-old triplets. “To hear their interpretation of the art compared to mine is price-less. They help me look at everything just a little differently and keep my perspective fresh.”

Former UH communications student Devin Medina is also a fan. “I love the Menil Collection,” he said. “It’s really modern, (has)

open space and it was exciting to see the Warhol pieces they have on display.”

There will never be a dull day with the wide variety of muse-ums and galleries in Houston. Even natives of this vast city can’t fi nd enough time to visit all their beloved favorites.

“There are so many choices and just not enough time,” said Marina Hartmann-Castillo, a native Houstonian and UH art his-tory and dance graduate. “Even if I were a millionaire with time on my side, I still don’t think I would be able to see all the arts Houston has to offer.”

From traditional and inspiring to fun and exciting, there are over 40 museums to choose from. From The Museum of Fine Arts, the Children’s Museum, The Menil Collection, Diverse Works Art Space, Inc., Contemporary Arts Museum, the Museum of Natural Science, and even Art Car parades — Houston’s art scene encapsu-lates the diverse energy this city has to offer.

“After moving to Houston two years ago from the UK and living in Canada, I never expected there to be so much going on (here),” said Deborah Tait, a business professional with Houston Entrepreneur’s Organization. “Never have I experienced anything like the Art Car parade… That was a truly unique and amazing experience.”

Beyond grand museums and art car parades, Houston has the fi nest and largest performance theatre district outside of New York’s Broadway.

“Houston’s Theater District is surprisingly diverse, (including) Broadway musicals, ballet, symphony and much more,” Tait said.

Our art scene is as diverse as our culture; there is truly some-thing for everyone to enjoy. The city will inspire you and serve as your muse with all its culture and worldliness. Get out and enjoy this art-fi lled city in all its vibrant glory.

JORGE PORRAS // Select Houston museums offer discounts to all college students.

RENOVATIONS// Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston has been

selected for a major renovation by the WORK Architecture

Company (WORKac).

// Blaffer is WORKac’s fi rst commission in Texas and will be

developed in partnership with Gensler.

// The renovation is scheduled to take place between July

and December 2011.

// The museum will be closed during the construction period

and will reopen its doors in January 2012. //Photo courtesy of JEFF BOWEN

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DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS IS A CITY KNOWN

FOR serving up hefty portions of art, culture and nightlife — not to

mention food. From the largest oddities to the most exquisite attrac-

tions, Houston has set a standard for providing its residents with a

plethora of things to do, no matter the time of day.

For UH students this translates into the possibility of a fun and

exciting break from classes and exams. For parents, it translates into

another way their child can broaden their horizons, both culturally

and intellectually.

With a population of approximately 2.25 million people,

speaking over 90 languages, Houston has become a melting pot of

ideas and knowledge that can be seen throughout the city.

“When school becomes stressful and I feel like I need to get

away from campus, I go to the Museum District, particularly

because different museums are free on different days,” computer

information systems sophomore Patrick Carey said. “It’s a great way

to clear your mind and take in the beauty of the amount of art

Houston possesses, and not spend a dime doing it.”

The Museum District is a group of 18 different museums, gal-

leries and cultural centers, including places such as the Houston

Museum of Natural Science, Holocaust Museum Houston and the

Houston Zoo.

Spanning within a 1.5 mile radius of Hermann Park, all of

the places in the Museum District are free at one point or another

during the week, while 11 of which are free all the time, and can be

easily accessed using the METRORail if students don’t have access

to a car.

The Museum District includes nine performing arts organi-

zations compose the Theater District in downtown Houston that

brings opera, ballet, music and theater to life. Many of the places

have special rates for students, such as the Alley Theatre and the

Houston Ballet.

“I started going to the Alley Theatre because it was a require-

ment for one of my classes freshman year,” said education junior

Brittney Shaw. “Even though I thought it was such a hassle at fi rst,

I ended up really liking it and the performances that were put on.

Now, I go all the time.”

Downtown’s Discovery Green, a 12-acre park open to the pub-

lic, hosts more than 400 events per year.

“Even though I’m not 21, Houston still has so many things to

offer outside of the bars and nightlife that make the city so popular,”

pre-dental freshman Blake Poindexter said. “I love going downtown

with friends to Discovery Green and enjoying the many amenities it

has, especially since most of the events there are free, from yoga to

various concerts, and students love free stuff.”

The giant president heads that can be seen near Interstate

10 and 45 are not the only oddities Houston has to offer. Others

include the Art Car Museum, the National Funeral Museum, the

Beer Can House and the Orange Show, a 3,000 square foot monu-

ment to oranges.

“I love how different Houston is from many other cities; some-

times you fi nd yourself driving down the highway and all of a sud-

den you see a sculpture of giant president heads staring back at you

— it’s cool, it’s different,” management information systems junior

Krista Hewitt said.

While oddities are nice, so is the drive from Houston to the

Gulf of Mexico. With access to a car, students can drive down to

beach, visit Schlitterbahn, Galveston Island’s water park, or stop at

Space Center Houston, where visitors can take a look into previous

NASA missions, learn about what it takes to be an astronaut and

view rockets from the past up close.

Although a student’s primary focus in college is to learn and

develop further, Houston’s nightlife and dining experiences are not

something to miss.

Although many places require patrons to be 21 years or older, espe-

cially the bars and clubs on Washington Ave or Rice Village, there are

several clubs for customers 18 years and older, such as Rich’s on San

Jacinto. Features include a wide range of music. Places such as Wild West

on Richmond will get every country fan dancing.

“I have to admit, when I think of Houston, I don’t think of anything

but food,” education senior Shanna Bombaywala said. “From Thai to

Brazilian to Pakistani to downright American, it’s all at your fi ngertips.”

Even though Houston is known for the large amount of restaurants

and dining diversity it has, for students, the closer to campus the food

is, the better. Dot Coffee Shop, a 24-hour diner, is close to campus and

affordable.

Other student favorites include Frenchy’s Chicken, which is down

the street from campus, and is said to be the “best chicken ever” by some

UH students.

Many students like to go downtown to the Aquarium, which is both

a restaurant and an aquarium. You can stop by one of the largest malls in

America, the Galleria, and eat at one of its many restaurants after spend-

ing hours shopping.

“Houston has everything to offer and so much more. You just need

to look it up or go out there,” Bombaywala said. “For me, it’s as if there is

a surprise around every corner, whether it’s a delicious new restaurant or

the chance to see something you’ve never seen before, all you need to do is

take a chance and experience it.”

TAP NGUYEN// View of the Houston skyline fom Buffalo Bayou.

TAP NGUYEN// “Miss Tree” by artist Doug Hollis sits in Houston’s Discovery Green.

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process from where to sit to staying on track.

If you get distracted easily — which could often happen in

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and if that’s the case for you then opt for the middle, but on the sides

where you can see better. You can also benefi t from the outlets, if

you sit on the side, and plan to use a laptop for notes.

Political science student Albert Banh said he suggests leaving

one seat empty between you and a peer to make room for comfort-

ably taking notes, and maybe even having more privacy while taking

an exam. Whether you’re in a larger class or a small group of 30

students, avoid sitting in the back.

If you don’t have friends in your class, introduce yourself to a

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when people are open to exchanging contact information to share

notes or study guides with a classmate.

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or taking your attendance. Therefore, the best advice a student can take

is to stay focused in class and enjoy your educational experience.

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in the classroom. During the fi rst two years, you are bound to be

in classes with more than 400 other students — usually held in the

auditoriums where professors use microphones during his or her

lecture. Sound overwhelming? Well, we can guide you through the

process from where to sit to staying on track.

If you get distracted easily — which could often happen in

larger classes — the best place to sit is in the front. This may also

make your professor more familiar with your face, which is benefi -

cial. Some students aren’t comfortable sitting too close to the front,

and if that’s the case for you then opt for the middle, but on the sides

where you can see better. You can also benefi t from the outlets, if

you sit on the side, and plan to use a laptop for notes.

Political science student Albert Banh said he suggests leaving

one seat empty between you and a peer to make room for comfort-

ably taking notes, and maybe even having more privacy while taking

an exam. Whether you’re in a larger class or a small group of 30

students, avoid sitting in the back.

If you don’t have friends in your class, introduce yourself to a

CLASSROOM 101STAY FOCUSED DURING LECTURE TEXT BY MIGUEL CORTINA

peer on the fi rst day of class. The fi rst weeks of school are usually

when people are open to exchanging contact information to share

notes or study guides with a classmate.

Overall you’re in college now, and no one is making you go to class

or taking your attendance. Therefore, the best advice a student can take

is to stay focused in class and enjoy your educational experience.

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cover story on “class branding” and how far the University of Houston has come to almost completely transforming into a fl agship University; I came to realize how large it has impacted me personally.

I’m one of the upperclassmen who didn’t have a class to represent, since the idea of class branding was introduced

only two years ago. I have taken part in various student organiza-tions, have maintained a high GPA as a full-time working student and I’m graduating within four years. Therefore, I asked myself, “why don’t I have a class?” I deserve to be a part of a unifi ed historic UH concept.

Then, I started thinking about how much UH has changed in my last four years of college. When I entered as a freshman, there was a sense of Cougar pride, but UH was still considered

the commuter school that housed a majority of Houston locals. The pride wasn’t nearly as strong as it is now. As the years went by, I watched my University become more distinguished and famil-iar. From our football team making nationwide headlines to our research facilities being recognized as Tier One quality — I got to witness one of UH’s largest and most important transitions.

Upperclassmen may not have a strong brand for now, but it’s safe to say that generations of hard work have made it possible to reach today’s success. Instead of considering who’s left out, consider the alumni as the legends of a new era.

To all entering freshmen, I hope our legacy will inspire you to continue what we started — to make UH one of the leading univer-sities in the nation. Absorb as much as you can on campus and take advantage of all it has to offer. We have put together what we think are the most essential factors of how to be a fl ourishing Cougar in this magazine; use it as a guide to help reach our goals. After all, it will only make your degree more valuable.

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MANAGING EDITOR // Sarah Raslan

PHOTO EDITOR // Ashley Evans

GRAPHICS EDITOR // Jorge Robles

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COVER MODELS //

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Jason EsparzaAmanda StarghillVictoria Gbenoba

Breanna RogersShantanu Baluvanar.

COVER DESIGN // Jorge Robles

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ABOUT THE MAGAZINE//Transitions is published by the Department of Student Publications at the University of Houston. The magazine is intended for incoming freshmen and transfer students. No portion of the magazine may be reproduced without the written permission of the director of the Department of Student Publications.

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WHILE DOING RESEARCH FOR OUR

cover story on “class branding” and how far the University of Houston has come to almost completely transforming into a fl agship University; I came to realize how large it has impacted me personally.

I’m one of the upperclassmen who didn’t have a class to represent, since the idea of class branding was introduced

only two years ago. I have taken part in various student organiza-tions, have maintained a high GPA as a full-time working student and I’m graduating within four years. Therefore, I asked myself, “why don’t I have a class?” I deserve to be a part of a unifi ed historic UH concept.

Then, I started thinking about how much UH has changed in my last four years of college. When I entered as a freshman, there was a sense of Cougar pride, but UH was still considered

the commuter school that housed a majority of Houston locals. The pride wasn’t nearly as strong as it is now. As the years went by, I watched my University become more distinguished and famil-iar. From our football team making nationwide headlines to our research facilities being recognized as Tier One quality — I got to witness one of UH’s largest and most important transitions.

Upperclassmen may not have a strong brand for now, but it’s safe to say that generations of hard work have made it possible to reach today’s success. Instead of considering who’s left out, consider the alumni as the legends of a new era.

To all entering freshmen, I hope our legacy will inspire you to continue what we started — to make UH one of the leading univer-sities in the nation. Absorb as much as you can on campus and take advantage of all it has to offer. We have put together what we think are the most essential factors of how to be a fl ourishing Cougar in this magazine; use it as a guide to help reach our goals. After all, it will only make your degree more valuable.

TRANSITIONSSTAFF:////////////////

EDITOR IN CHIEF // Hiba Adi

MANAGING EDITOR // Sarah Raslan

PHOTO EDITOR // Ashley Evans

GRAPHICS EDITOR // Jorge Robles

STAFF WRITERS //

Tap Nguyen Jasmine UmenyiJorge PorrasParis Jomadiao

COVER MODELS //

Naheeda SayeeduddinAutumn WashingtonBrianna Leigh MorrisonGloria Cervantes

AD REPS //

Moniqua SextonCandace AllenJulian JimenezJasmine UmenyiElize NajmAmanda TrellaTaylor McGilvrayDaniel Renfrow Anna Gallegos

Louis CasianoCarlin Avery OttoAyesha MohiuddinJohn BrannenMisti Mynhier Miguel CortinaKayla CormierCandace Allen

Jason EsparzaAmanda StarghillVictoria Gbenoba

Breanna RogersShantanu Baluvanar.

COVER DESIGN // Jorge Robles

CONTACT US //

Room 7, UC SatelliteStudent PublicationsUniversity of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-4015

ABOUT THE MAGAZINE//Transitions is published by the Department of Student Publications at the University of Houston. The magazine is intended for incoming freshmen and transfer students. No portion of the magazine may be reproduced without the written permission of the director of the Department of Student Publications.

PHOTOGRAPHERS //

Bethel Glumac, Communications, JuniorBryan Haver, Business, SophomoreJessica Jaimez, Biology, Junior

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