Life + Arts
Editor Paulina Rojas Email arts@thedailycougar.com
Workshop for emerging writers celebrates fifth anniversary
The sole creative writing conference in the country, specifically geared toward emerging writers, celebrated its fifth anniversary at the Honors College Monday morning. Approximately 80 conferees from across the country attended the Boldface Writers’ Conference. Initially...
Undergraduate literary magazine wins national award
Managing editor Steven Simeone attended the annual AWP Conference in Boston with his staff members to receive the 2013 National Program Directors' prize for Undergraduate Literary Magazines. | Monica Tso/The Daily Cougar The undergraduate...
Texas artist “attains excellence” in first solo exhibition
After spending most of his 25-year career under the radar, a Texas native and international artist debuted his first solo exhibition Friday evening at the Blaffer Art Museum. Andy Coolquitt's exhibition launched Friday evening...
Concert chorale says ‘guten tag’ to competition
The Moores School of Music Concert Chorale performed a sample of the pieces they will showcase in the upcoming 13th International Chamber Choir Competition Marktoberdorf in Germany. The ensemble has received recognition locally and internationally including...
UH professor represented in national American Latino discussion
An American Latino organization held its first town hall meeting Tuesday evening at Rice University to discuss the preservation of the forgotten history and immense cultural diversity of American Latinos in the country. Friends of...
Review: Spazzkid’s new “Desire” album
The era of chillwave, electro-pop music has been having its way around the streets as the hybrid genre continues to contribute decorated artists — Toro Y Moi, Purity Ring and Washed Out being the most popular...
Beat the heat with nutritional summer treats
Summer activities in Houston’s scorching heat leave UH students in need of a refreshing treat as restaurants try to lure them in, but students should consider creating healthier homemade desserts before embarking on their...
Calm before the storm
Vinita Chen (right) relaxed with board games and crafts at the study break event on Tuesday presented by the UH Library. | Monica Tso/The Daily Cougar Although finals week is ending, students continue to...
Upcoming break marks chance to give back
Summer can be a rewarding season for students just as much as it can be fun. Students anticipate going to the beach, relaxing, traveling or tackling a job or internship. Others have absolutely no idea...
Study tips to avoid a finals horror story
Illustration by Alex Tomic Yet another school year has ended, and summer is within your grasp. You can imagine spending your days with sunburns forming on your back as you day dream about Ryan...