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INFOGRAPHIC: A look at endangered species from around the world

Alfonso Alvarez Mar 29, 2020 0

Thousands of species around the world are edging closer to extinction. A lot of these species are endangered as a direct result of human interference. Deforestation, plastic and trash in the ocean, and poaching are just some of the causes of animal decline.

INFOGRAPHIC: Badass female characters in film

Alfonso Alvarez Dec 13, 2019 0

It seems as if Hollywood has been fixated on creating memorable male characters. That is not to say that there have not been some awesome fierce women in film. There are different definitions as to what makes a person “badass,” but here are…

Commentaries

COMMENTARY: Music streaming is good for fans, not so much for the artists

Alfonso Alvarez Nov 18, 2019 0

It seems like a distant memory when thinking about how we used to listen to music. Streaming music has created a divide where the fans are ultimately the winners, but the artists are left unhappy with the impact that streaming has had on…

Infographics

INFOGRAPHIC: Famous cryptids and their common misidentifications

Alfonso Alvarez Nov 4, 2019 0

Thousands of species are discovered every year on earth and there are bound to be a few that will be unlike anything we have ever seen before. Cryptids are animals whose existence is unsubstantiated. They are nothing but myths and tall…

Campus Life

Indian Student Association to present annual Diwali celebration

Alfonso Alvarez Oct 21, 2019 0

Diwali is nearly here and the Indian Student Association (SGA) is set to celebrate the festival of lights with several traditions including dance performances, music, food, and bright decorations. It is an important festival in India and…

Infographics

INFOGRAPHIC: Cinematic aliens and the connection to real world issues

Alfonso Alvarez Oct 7, 2019 0

The Sept. 20 raid on Area 51 has come and gone. While the public may not have gotten explanations about possible extraterrestrials or U.F.Os being housed there, here are some famous cinematic aliens that, if they do exist, be better left…

Campus News

UHCL Campus Rec and Wellness Center introduces the ProClub Pass

Alfonso Alvarez Sep 23, 2019 0

The ProClub Pass offers three separate tiers for purchase with different classes available depending on which tier level is selected. The classes were designed to expand from the standard membership to give Rec Center members different,…