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How to support a Muslim friend, neighbor during Ramadan

Karla Carrillo, Editor March 7, 2025

Since the first day of Ramadan on Feb. 28, questions may arise about what to do or what to say to a friend or neighbor observing Ramadan. For many Muslim students on and off campus, Ramadan is an important...

Alondra Garza is the assistant professor for the College of Public Service, teaching criminal justice courses at UHD. Courtesy: Dr. Alondra Garza

Criminal justice professor Alondra Garza dedicates to research on intimate partner violence

Madison Chagaris, Reporter March 7, 2025

Alondra Garza is an assistant professor teaching criminal justice courses in the College of Public Service at UHD. Her influence on the UHD community and important research regarding gendered victimization...

Illustration credit: Tejiri Ewherido

Maná’s historic nomination for The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as the first Latin Band to be nominated

Emily Torres, Reporter March 7, 2025

On Feb. 12, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominations were released, and one of the names on the list was the Mexican band Maná. Other Latin artists have been nominated before them although they had...

Drivers Lined up with their cars for the year at the F1 75 event at the O2 in London. Courtesy: BBC.

How F1 content creator Anni navigates the off-season and looks ahead to the 2025 season

Alexa Reagan, Section Editor, Reporter March 7, 2025

With the F1 75 season launch and pre-season testing complete, the internet is abuzz with new Formula 1 content. The long winter break is coming to an end, bringing many changes to the grid and the cars. Throughout...

Alicia Odewale greets the audience at the President’s Lecture Series: "Searching for Black Ancestors in the American West."

President’s lecture series features archeologist on searching for Black ancestors

Mariana Barragran, Reporter March 6, 2025

On Feb. 18, Alicia Odewale delivered a lecture on 'Searching for Black Ancestors in the American West' in the TDECU Tour Room as part of the President’s Lecture Series in celebration of Black History...

Illustration credit: Jackie Juarez

Annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo celebrates Texas heritage, agriculture

Moira Estrada, Reporter March 6, 2025

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is back in town, continuing a celebration of Texas culture, tradition, and community spirit. Since its inception in 1932, the rodeo has been a beloved annual event...

"So Long, Mary Ann" by Vincent Valdez.

CAMH showcases San Antonio-based artist Vincent Valdez with exhibit, “Just a Dream”

Alex Mendoza, Reporter, Photographer March 6, 2025

The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston's current exhibit contains an accumulation of Vincent Valdez's career spanning 25 years. It is the first time ever that the museum dedicates its entire museum to one...

Bikers meet up and get ready at the UHD Bike Club Sign

UMAC and UHDBC joined together for Jazz Sundays in the Parks at Discovery Green

Alex Mendoza, Reporter, Photographer March 6, 2025

On the evening of Feb. 23, UHD students were invited to either commute or ride their bikes to Discovery Green for a night of music and dance. “Jazzy Sundays in the Parks,” a concert series expanding...

Illustration credit: Karla Carrillo

A resurgence of Cabaret the musical spawns on social media for a good reason

Vincente Luzardo, Reporter March 5, 2025

“It's only politics, what has that got to do with us?” That’s the question that the 1966 musical “Cabaret” by John Kander and Fred Ebb aims to answer. The musical is set against the backdrop...

Dr. Hope Pamplin in her presentation, showed students how to submit a request for medical accommodations.

UHD departments unite to spread awareness on mental health, PTSD

Anastasia Olloque, Reporter March 5, 2025

The UHD Veteran Services department partnered with the Accessible Education Center, Counseling Services, and the office of Title IX / Equal Opportunity Services to raise awareness of mental health and...

While contributing to an important cause, customers of A 2nd Cup can indulge in its spacious lounging area and free Wi-Fi.

A 2nd Cup serves coffee to combat human trafficking

Alex Mendoza, Reporter, Photographer March 5, 2025

A local coffee shop on Fulton Street with a unique concept is a nonprofit that aims to end human trafficking. With every purchase at A 2nd Cup, whether it is through a cup of coffee or one of their...

UHD console room on the second floor of One Main Building.

UHD Gators Smash Bros. eSPORTS team undefeated in NACE and NECC leagues

Abraham Leija, Section Editor March 5, 2025

The UHD Gators remain undefeated as they reach the midpoint of the spring 2025 season of their Super Smash Bros. Ultimate online crew battles season. Based on their dominating performance, the UHD Gators...

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