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New York Event Inspires Confidence and Cougar Pride
James Ontra (’94), a member of the Highlight Houston New York event planning committee, can easily name his favorite UH …
Coogs Write a New Future for UH in NYC
Virginia Lowman (’13) didn’t have roots in Texas when making the decision of where to pursue her undergraduate degree. The …
Gregg Rockett (’86) Calls Washington, D.C. Coogs to Action
It is safe to say that Gregg Rockett (’86) is one of the most engaged Cougars living in the Washington, D.C. area. In fact, more often than not, he is the host of UH events that take place there!
Home Sweet Houston Home: D.C. Coogs Make New UH Memories
Jewel Drinkard (’84) loves to wear her UH gear, even far away from Houston in her Washington, D.C. area home. That makes it extra special when she sees other alumni and current students, and is able to make a Cougar connection.
In Dallas, A Powerful, Uplifting Message for UH’s Future
The recent Highlight Houston event in Dallas, Texas sparked many great UH memories for Jeff Binford (’79) from his time at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management.
Dallas Coogs Set Sights on “Building Something Great” at UH
Temple Weiss (M.H.M. ’96), Managing Director of 3E Advisory Services, developed a passion for the hospitality industry early in his studies.
Are you ready for the National Presidential Events Tour?
We hope you are as excited as we are for the 2016-17 National Presidential Events Tour! Are you curious about what the night will bring? We have more surprises lined up than ever before — read on to make sure you are prepared!!
From SoCal to Houston, Cougar Pride Runs Deep
Jason Carrico (’99) may have come to UH by way of Louisiana State University, but now he is happy to call Southern California home. “My wife is a native Californian and I have embraced SoCal: the beach lifestyle, the great weather, and the sense of community in my town.”
Countless Reasons to Celebrate with Coogs in Los Angeles
When Mike Hainkel (’78, M.S.Acy. ’79) was invited to host a Los Angeles Highlight Houston event on May 16, he worried that his wife, Jill, may want to forgo the evening. That date was, after all, their 29th wedding anniversary.
Coogs Are Singing UH’s Praises in Chicago
The arts are one of President Renu Khator’s “Big Rocks” for the University of Houston, and with the College of the Arts launching in fall 2016, it’s no wonder it was a topic of conversation at the recent Chicago National Presidential Event.