February 2010
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Black History Month disappoints professors
February’s Black History Month is celebrated by many, but was initiated by one, noted historian Carter Woodson. “Dr. Woodson’s intent for Black History Month was to get African-Americans to reflect on some of the positive...
Professor shares poetry passion
A wetlands preservation map of southeast Louisiana stretches across the wall of UH associate creative writing professor Martha Serpas’ office. Serpas, a native of Galliano, La., settled in by having the shelves lined with her...
Panel discusses death penalty
The death penalty, one of the most controversial topics in modern history, was at the center of a panel debate between five professors in the UH Honors College Commons on Wednesday. “The purpose of the...
Cougars attempt to declaw Bobcats
The Cougars will get their 2010 baseball season underway at 6:30 p.m. today when they begin a three-game series against Texas State at Cougar Field. UH is anticipating an exciting campaign this season after a disappointing finish...
UH road show continues at UAB
The Cougars stay on the road this weekend as they head to Birmingham, Ala. to take on a battle-tested UAB team in an important Conference USA matchup. UH (13-12, 5-6 C-USA) looks to bounce back...
Cougars tumble at So. Miss
The Cougars fell into a huge hole against Southern Miss on Thursday night and never recovered, dropping a 77-68 decision before a crowd of 1,524 at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, Miss. For the Cougars...
Gallery adds to modern art scene
Tucked away in a humble, upper-River Oaks facility, the Vaughan Christopher Gallery is a relatively new addition to Houston’s art culture. “We typically gear towards the modern art pieces from anyone from (Andy) Worhol to...
Muslim organization presents culture, entertainment
The Muslim American Society held a performance night featuring Muslim comedians, poets and singers called “Illumination” Sunday in the University Center’s Houston Room. The event aimed to counter a negative stereotype about Muslims and encourage...