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Study Breaks Staff answers your burning questions.

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Ryan Elliott Campus Ambassador

Ngoc Nguyen Campus Ambassador

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Sam, What are your New Years resolutions? -Whitney Landry

Ryan, What is your favorite time of the year? - Chancey Smith

Ngoc, What have you never gotten as a gift, but always wanted? - Jennifer McClure

Kathryn, How do I put together the best Tacky Christmas outt for the seasons many parties? -Molly Sanchez

World Peace? Nahhh. Running a marathon? HA. ats cute. If I were to be completely honest, Id have to say my New Years resolutions would be not to fall in love, fall asleep (rumor has it bouncers dont take too kindly to that) or--you know-just FALL in a bar downtown again. Actually Ive only done two of those before...Ill let you guess which.

Fall happens to take the gold on this one. Id like to state, and I feel like a lot of people agree with me on this one, that everyone looks their best in the fall. With autumn comes jackets, boots, and multiple layers that people have been desperately waiting to wear as the malicious Texas summer finally nears its end. I dig the attitude of dress to impress, and it works best in autumn weather!

Ever since I was old enough to play with toys, I always wanted a Barbie doll. Dont get me wrong I did have dolls to play with but I did not want just any doll, but a Barbie brand doll. Isnt that an essential part of every girls doll collection? Until this day, I have yet to call a Barbie doll my own.

You can easily throw together a great out t with very little cash. Swing by thrift stores for a great selection of holiday sweaters. e older, bulkier, and gaudier, the better. Plus, you can make accessories out of anything. Turn ornaments into jewelry and garland into a belt. Go crazy and have fun!

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Patrick Lam, 22
Hometown: Plano Major: Geology

I would buy ad time during primetime TV on a major network to air a blistering commercial that exposes the truths behind factory farms and demonstrates how they devastate our planet and jeopardize our health at large.

Marleen Shah, 19
Hometown: Houston Major: Biology Not enough I want to buy out all the polluting companies and make them green for our ozone!

Henry Lee, 22
Hometown: Houston Major: Advertising I would exchange my American dollars into Kuwait money. Thus, I would have $3,635,700 instead of $1 million. HOLLA!

Kimberly Johnson, 22
Hometown: Houston Major: Interactive Media Design I would purchase three houses and pay it in full. One house in California, Texas and the Philippines. The rest of the money I would donate to several hospitals.

Ngoc Nguyen UH Campus Ambassador, 21

Hometown: Pearland Major: Advertising First thing, Id buy a car! Then Ill spend a few thousands on my Id buy if I was rich list. The rest, Id like to donate to third world countries for better living situations.

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Wining, Dining and Kung Fu: Whats a better combination? Enjoy Classic movies with Jackie Chan, Jet Li and other great martial arts fighters showing off their skills!

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Jay-Z, Kanye West @ Toyota Center

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Young Jeezy @ Reliant Arena

MORGAN PAGE
Who likes to party? We certainly do. Our generation of partiers is definitely influenced by producers and artists who have the ability to create tones and beats so we cant help but put our hands in the air and move. Morgan Page, an American progressive and electro house DJ is someone who has been recognized for his amazing talent. Tracks such as The Longest Road, and Fight For You, have made a big impact on music charts. Morgan will be playing at Richs Houston on December 16th. Finals are over and the holiday season has started, so pencil this concert in. You wont be disappointed.
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Stockz
Hip-Hop Is Where Its At
ecently I had a chance to talk with an upcoming rapper, originally from Virgina but currently residing in Houston. Myles Andersonaka Stockz- has a dream to make real Hip-Hop music. His producer JustWorthy is one of his biggest influences, and when theyre listening to NWA or rap hes confident to say his love resides in Hip-Hop. He found his passion for rap when his mother grounded him from his skateboard. He started to write and fell in love with reciting. When sophomore year of high school hit, he starting recording the music he had created. I guess punishment isnt so bad after all, Stockz concluded. He then graduated from Taylor High School, and decided that he would start

his music career full force after graduation. I chose to skip college because I have passion for music and believe I can make something great out of it, said Stockz. Stockz is primarily influenced by the world around him, and his character was developed by the inspiration he found when cruising around on his skateboard. Im just a free spirit, Stockz said. He wants to live life to the fullest through the tough and easy times. In the near future, Stockz would want to work with Kendrick Lamar, Marx De Lux, Kanye West and Big Sean. He would love to work with other artists as well, but these four people in particular have inspired him to become the artist he is today. But Stockz does have an original feel to his music that he applies to his own tracks and when covering songs by other rappers. Stockz also creates videos on YouTube called TwoFer Tuesdays, every Tuesday he puts out two freestyles/remixes to other peoples tracks to give the viewers something to listen to with a different style. Stockz raps both about his life experiences and what he dreams about, telling stories with his rhymes. He raps about a concept he created called Wealth Life,which doesnt require riches, but is just the way to get the most out of your life and everything you do. His goal for next year is to be at the 2012 BET Awards and SXSW with his EP out for sale. Hes currently working on promotions, videos, photos and, of course, music. Catch his latest project, Breathing Room, out now.
Stockz, 18 Hometown: Roanoke, VA. Currently living in Houston. Twitter.com/#!/StockzillaOTOS

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KENWORTHY ULEANYA
CREATIVE PASSION
Growing up in Baltimore, Maryland, Kenworth Ulleanya was born and raised a Northerner, but he has finally set his foot in good ol Texas. Attending the University of Houston, Ken is not only pursuing his undergraduate degree but also his lifelong dreams and goals, one of which is photography. I had the opportunity to hear some of his thoughts on this simple yet technical hobby.
All Of The Lights

What sparked your passion for photography? I fell in love with photography because it gives you the ability to freeze a moment and have that memory last forever! Can you describe that defining moment or image that made you want to become a photographer? Summer 2009, my dad bought a Nikon Coolpix camera. I picked it up, went out to the backyard and somehow managed to get a great picture of a dragon fly. I was astounded at the detail of its wings that I never even bothered to pay attention to previously. Another motivation for getting into photography is my interest in films. I love short conceptual films and always wanted to write and direct one of those. Through photography, I have developed an artistic eye for detail and also acquired knowledge of lighting, which can make or break any film or photo. What is the hardest part when shooting? When shooting for myself, there really isnt any hard part. I just let myself enjoy what Im doing and I just shoot away! Quite relaxing actually. What kind of photography do you enjoy shooting? I love doing concert photography. I have tried my hand at everything else from fashion photography to landscape photography, but I find myself always coming back to concert photography. What is the best advice you would give a photographer just starting out? Never let go of your camera. Shoot anything and everything.

WHAT CAMERA DO YOU USE? I started using a Canon Rebel XS with the kit 18-55mm lens, but I recently upgraded to a 60D with a 28-135mm lens. I also own a 30 year old Canon 50mm lens 1.4 which was passed down to me by a photographer I met on Flickr!

Kenworthy Uleanya

Is there something you always ask yourself or think just before you push the shutter button? Its weird, but I say think fast! in my head right before I take a picture. Ive never said that to anybody before. The key to creativity is Not giving a f*ck what anyone else thinks. When you have other people in mind while doing your art, you end up been too conscious to actually create something you like. Equate art to freedom of expression, and that is the only way you can truly be creative to the highest extent. Do you consider yourself an artist? I do consider myself an artist. I feel that everyone is an artist as long as you have the ability to be free and create something that you look at and you are pleased with yourself.
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Theres this candid shot I got of my friend Desire Davis called Soul Sista. The picture is so simple and she seemed all in her element. I feel like I caught a very peaceful moment. I still cant quite lay my fingers on whats so special about that picture, but I know it makes me happy every time I see it.

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Bad Girls Have More Fun
Belted stripe fedora
Part accessory, part prop. Throw on a blazer and pull your hat down low. $8, papayaclothing.com

Dior Pure Poison

Marketed to bring out the seductress within.

$60 for 1 oz., sephora.com Faux Garter Swiss Dot Tight

Nothing is naughtier than a pair of thigh-highs.

$14, urbanouttters.com

Ray-Ban Cat Sunglasses

To hide those lyin eyes.

$135, urbanouttters.com Faux Fur Scarf

Sexy and PETA-friendly, this just screams Pet me.

$13, forever21.com Valentina Schifano, 21 Hometown: Newport Beach Major:architecture A simple black dress is the perfect canvas for some excessive accessorizing. $13 hm.com Too Faced Smokey Eye Shadow
A glamorous look that never gets old.

$36, toofaced.com

DuWop Twilight LipVenom in red

For lips that say Careful, I bite.

Betsey Johnson Diskko glitter pump

Lacey pumps purr ooh-la-la.

$16, sephora.com

$130, betseyjohnson.com

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NICE

Wonderfully wicked or a total goodie two-shoes? Dress the part with the appropriate accessories
We get ityoure a style schizophrenic. And this holiday season the angel on one shoulder is whispering orals and uff while the devil perched on the other is hissing smoky eyes and sexy lace. But luckily, you dont have to pick just one. With a basic black dress and some kick-ass extras, you can opt to play nice as Santas little helper or face the musicand the inevitable coal in the stocking and rock your spot on the naughty list. Textured Bangle Set
Even good girls gotta have their bling.

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice

Leaf Trim Necklace
Adds an elegant element to any ensemble.

$5, forever21.com

IDENTITY CRISIS?
Let Us Break It Down For You...
NICE IS Tipping your wbartender NAUGHTY IS Flashing your bartender NICE IS Grabbing your girls and hitting the dance oor NAUGHTY IS Ditching your girls and hitting on everyone on the dance oor NICE IS Making the egg nog for your familys holiday party

$4, forever21.com

Philosophy Pink Cotton Confection Shampoo

Dont just look nice smell delicious.

Roping Elegance Belt

Chastity belt-esque in the best possible way.

$16, sephora.com

$45, modcloth.com

Coach heart stud earrings

Go for the gold with these sweet, simple studs.

Calourette Rabbit Ring

Because it doesnt get cuter than this.

$58, Coach.com

NAUGHTY IS Spiking the egg nog for your familys holiday party NICE IS Sending sweet texts NAUGHTY IS Sending irty sexts NICE IS Having a job to pay your way through school NAUGHTY IS Having a sugar daddy to pay your way through school
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$60, urbanouttters.com

Shawl-Collar Wrap Cardigan

Like wearing a blanketbut in a totally socially acceptable way.

$50, oldnavy.com

Our Staff Favorite!

Betsey Johnson Ditan Pump

Flirty and feminine despite dominatrix-like height.

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THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS

Allison Asbury, 21 Hometown: Orange Major: Journalism

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Get Their Look

Killer cuts and to-die-for details, and the LBD is anything but basic (Fabulous footwear encouraged!)
Alissa Galindo 21 Hometown: Austin Major: Advertising

TIS THE SEASON TO BE STYLISH

Fashion For The Festivities

Winter has arrived, and we know all you want to do is trudge around in your sweats and Uggsor better yet, just stay at home in your pajamas. But there are those select holiday occasions when you have to peel yourself away from Keeping up with the Kardashians and put on something presentable. Never fear, weve got you covered with go-to outts that will stand the test of time ya know, unlike Kims marriage.

Make the Cut-Out Dress $29 at lulus.com

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NEW YEARS EVE

Two words: Go Crazy. OD on excess and go for the glimmer with clothes that would be just a little too much on any other given day. Pair a slinky sequined dress and glitter pumps for a fun and easy way to take the party with you wherever you go. After all, everyone loves a human disco ball.

MEET THE BOYFRIENDS PARENTS

Just because youre getting introduced to Mom and Pop doesnt mean you have to throw fashion out the window; a cute dress is still totally appropriate and perfect for impressing his style maven mother. Cover up with a holiday-inspired cardigan and opaque tights, and be sure to bring a gift. Even if its something small, it gives the impression youre nice, thoughtful and wont screw over their son.

CHRISTMAS
Christmas Eve is one of the most magical nights of the yearwhether youre ve, 15 or 50. Go all out and decorate yourself in red, white and green, because today its totally okay to look like a Christmas tree. Have fun with holidayinspired accessories like jingle bells and candy canes, and pull your whole look together with patterned stockings and a red bow. We hear Santa likes that.

NEW YEARS DAY

An amazing last-night-of-2011 will inevitably be followed by a horrendously hungover rst-day-of-2012. You may feel like ass, but you dont have to look like it, so nd a middle ground. Throw on cute but comfy clothes that rep your team for a day of college football and bloody marys. Hair of the dog, ya dig?
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INSIDE: Inspiring your dream room Your guide to finding a place to live

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FROM BOSTON TO HOUSTON, HER HOME AWAY FROM HOME

My Huynh, 20 Hometown: Boston, MA Major: Hotel & Restaurant Management
Weve all heard horror stories about how cramped and dirty dorm rooms may be, but for most of us, dorm rooms are our home away from home for four years. My Huynh was born and raised in Boston, Mass. She chose to attend the University of Houston because of the excellent hotel and restaurant management program that is offered at the school. Because home is hundreds of miles away, she had to adapt quickly to the hot Houston weather since moving, shes able to focus on school, maintain a good relationship with her roommate and friends, and experience a great college journey. Most importantly, My was able to make this new environment as cozy as can be. Study Breaks chatted with My and hear her thoughts about her first experience away from home.

Dorm bathrooms can be small. Plan on getting a bathroom organizer like this one.

How do you like living at Moody Towers? Its convenient. Im from out of state, so I have no car or sense of direction in Houston. Im able to leave my dorm room and be in class in 10 minutes. I dont have to fight the morning traffic or finding a parking spot! Describe your room: Its my own place where I can do my work and relax. Im a pretty simple person, so it has everything I need. One thing you cannot live without? I love my Macbook, I dont know what I would do with it. Whats one thing in your room that best describes you? My clothes are a way for me to express myself. I can wear any style I want to show how I feel. My dorm room floor theme, Finding Nemo!

What do you hate most about living in the dorms? I hate the bathrooms. Each floor that we are on has community bathrooms. People come and go all the time; it doesnt give a sense of privacy. How are the floors divided? Each floor is a boy or a girl floor, and each floor has a certain theme. My RA chose our theme to be Finding Nemo. Its supposed to represent the creativity of each dorm floor. Were you scared to move to Texas? I was more excited than scared. I wanted to be on my own and do things Ive never done before. I wanted to make my college life more eventful, so I decided to do something crazy by going to Houston. Any rumors that you were told about Texas? I havent heard any rumors about Houston, except the fact that it gets super hot! I cant stand the humidity! Texas is so different from Boston! Each floor has a bulletin board where residents can put up personal notes.

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YOUR PLACE
Holiday Berries
The holidays are near and if youre not pounding your head against your textbooks from all the finals cramming, youre probably joyous with holiday spirit. Its the season for giving, and these berry recipes are perfect to make for you and your fellow classmates in final exam hell. Happy holidays!

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ALL IS MERRY WITH

Cherry Crumble Pie

INGREDIENTS: 1 29oz. jar cherries in water cup sugar 3 tbsp cornstarch tsp salt 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/3 cups walnuts, chopped tsp cinnamon 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1 pie shell

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Cranberry Lime Bellinis

INGREDIENTS: 12 oz. cranberry juice, chilled 16 oz. prosecco or champagne, chilled Juice of one lime Frozen fresh cranberries, for garnish DIRECTIONS: Heat oven to 425 degrees. Drain cherries and reserve 1/3 cup of the liquid. Stir cherries, sugar, cornstarch, salt and reserved cherry liquid together in a medium bowl. Toss flour, brown sugar, oats, walnuts, cinnamon together in a medium bowl. Mix in butter and combine until crumbly mixture forms. Pour cherry mixture into pie shell and sprinkle topping evently over cherries and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees and continue to bake until topping is deep golden brown, about 30-35 minutes. Cool on wire rack, serve warm.

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RAW PUMPKIN PARFAITS WITH CRANBERRIES AND GINGER WHIPPED CREAM

INGREDIENTS FOR PUMPKIN PUREE: INGREDIENTS FOR GINGER WHIPPED CREAM

medium sugar pumpkin, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks cup water 1 tsp cinnamon 2 tbsp raw agave nectar DIRECTIONS: Place pumpkin, cinnamon and agave in food processor or high-speed blender. Pulse until pureed, adding water as needed.

cup cashews, soaked overnight, rinsed and drained cup water 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 2 tbsp raw agave nectar

DIRECTIONS: Place cashews and water in high-speed blender, blend until smooth. Add melted coconut oil, fresh ginger and raw agave. Process until well blended. Transfer to contained and chill until set.

INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY LAYER

1 cup frozen cranberries, thawed 1/4 cup raw agave nectar

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Presents to Please:
Study Breaks (Genius) Gift Guide
tarbucks is pushing peppermint-avored everything, sorority girls are suddenly sporting leggings under their Nike shortswinterand ergo the holiday seasonis here. And tis the season of giving, so to make your holiday shopping a little bit easier, weve compiled an infallible go-to gift guide. Whether youre hoping a little somethin somethin for your prof will bump you up that extra .5 points or that a present with just enough sexual innuendo will persuade your lab partner to meet you under the mistletoe, welltheres a gift for that.

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FOR YOUR PROFESSOR:

Because lets be real, that extra credit essay isnt happening.

Pelican 1075 Hardback Case: pelican-case.com, $47. Theyre toting their laptop everywhere and this protective case is a great way to let them know you careprimarily about your grade. Homemade Cookies: Word to the wisecheck for allergies rst. If they have to break out the EpiPen, youre going to get an F. A Pen from Where they went to College: It shows you were totally listening (and totally not Facebooking) while they ranted nostalgically about the good ol days.

FOR THE AWKWARD IN-BETWEEN RELATIONSHIP:

Gifts that say Im not clingy, but I care.

FOR THE ROOMIE:

Cool stuff you can stealuhhshare.
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Boots from Inca Boot Company: incaboots.com, $235. Perfect for cold treks to class, these funky boots are handmade in Peru and a fun Ugg alternative. If she wears the same size as you, even better. Vodka: Because no one likes to drink alone, and nothings more shareable than shots. Get the Hint Stickies urbanouttters.com, $6. Perfect for the passive aggressive, these stickies will give them the balls to call you out for your sloppiness. Mini Cupcake Maker: perpetualkid.com $25. The roomie can bake em, you can snake em.

Fuse college case: fuseplusyou.com, $25. He plays sports. He watches sports. He wont shut up about sports. Why not get him a case so he can rep his team? Fuse Headphones: fuseplusyou.com, $25. So hes jamming too hard to talk to other girls on the walk to class. Sunglasses: sunglasswarehouse.com, Silver Aviators, $15. Totally Top Gun, totally sexy and lets be honestthe orange-lensed sunglasses he sports on the daily make you wanna vom. Macbook Sticker: etsy.com, Star Guitar MacBook Pro Apple Decal Vinyl Mac Sticker, $9. Hes unique, so his laptop should be too. Hidden Flask: etsy.com, Hollow Book Safe with Flask, $48. A sneaky way to ght sobriety and look smart doing it. Bacon Man Candle: perpetualkid.com, The ultimate mandle (get it?), its way more masculine than pumpkin spice.

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Lottery Ticket: Nothing beats the possibility of winning big for less than $1 so give someone the chance to be a millionaire. Everyone likes getting lucky. Hersheys bar: Really, who doesnt like chocolate? Tie a bow around it andbam!
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FOR THE FAMILY:

Because theyre blood, and youre obligated.

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Dexim AppSpeed Monster Truck: dexim.net, $69. A new spin on an old fave, your bro can operate this remote control vehicle from his iPod, iPad and iPhone. Nuvo Sleeve for iPad: shopnuo.com, $24.99. You should probably spring for the iPad too. After 18 hours in labor, Mom earned it.

Yodeling Pickle: perpetualkid.com, $12.99. Completely pointless, its the perfect payback for the tattletale sibling. Hobie Niagra Backpack: shopnuo.com, $74.99. Spend a little extra with a gift that says Ive got your back. Embarrassing Photo Protective Sunglasses: urbanouttters.com, $12. Give these to your crazy sibling and protect the family name by keeping their drunken downtown antics anonymous.

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Shes got unlimited blackmail material, so keep her happyand her mouth shutwith a great gift.

FOR YOURSELF:
Because after the hell that is nals week, you deserve it.

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Silver Love Ring: etsy.com, $10. Show her some love with this simple, chic ring Cupcake Soap: etsy.com, $6. A cute gift thats bound to put a smile on your besties lips (without adding inches to her hips). Giraffe Print Pashmina: affordablescarves.com, $10. Costs 10 bucks, will make her look like a million. Mani and Pedi gift certicate: Book a day at your fave salon and grab your homegirl for a little pampering and a lot of juicy gossip.

Mixie Urban Commuter Bike urbanouttters.com, $399. Its environmentally friendly, youve been spending that much on gas each month anyways and with a weight of less than 33 lbs. its totally luggable. Godiva Trufes: godiva.com, $25. Youre worth itand its months until bathing suit season. Massage: Spring for a rubdown to undo the damage from a stressful semester. Shiner Cheer: It only comes out once a year so make sure to treat yourself to a six packor, ya know, maybe two.

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Forever Lazy: orderforeverlazy.com, $30 for two. Give a Forever Lazy, and youll be forever lonely. Onesies are only acceptable for the 3-andunder set. Relationships for Dummies: barnesandnoble.com , $15. Honestly, some things cant be taught. Days of the Week Panties: amazon.com, $30. Were not 8-years-old and nothings more embarrassing than accidentally sporting a pair of Wednesdays on a Sunday. Bottle of Andr: Nothing says I dont give a shit like champagne from 7/11.

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HOUSING GUIDE
Where Are You Living Next Semester?
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SURROUNDING AREA Cougar Village Dorms (713) 743-6020 4385 Wheeler St. Cullen Oaks Apartments (713) 748-3707 4600 Cullen Blvd Cullenoaks.com 2111 Holly Hall (866) 511-6812 2111 Holly Hall

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SPOTLIGHT PROPERTY

Cullen Oaks of The University of Houston

(713) 748-3707 4600 Cullen Blvd
Cullen Oaks is one of the few apartments that are located on campus. It has a convenient location that has a variety of floor plans for students to choose from. The apartment comes full furnished with cable, phone and Internet. Tenants can enjoy the perks of living here by enjoying the fitness center, basketball court, study lounge, billiards tables and many more. Cullen Oaks is one of the few places to have a bus stop at the entrance, so no need to run in the rain or walk in Houstons hot heat. It was built in mind of what a college student will enjoy, so this is the place to live, study, and play.

Jenny Ozuna, 20
The reason why I live at Cullen Oaks is because of how convenient it is. Im not from Houston so not having to drive in yalls crazy traffic and crazy drivers is a plus for me. Plus, I dont have to worry about parking and I can sleep in later than if I lived off campus.

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