5 Must Do Things at University of Houston

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Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is the third largest university in the state, with nearly 43,000 students, 280 degree programs, and 12 academic colleges.

From exhilarating collegiate sports (go Coogs!) to emerging arts and drama, there are plenty of reasons to check out this campus.

5 Must Do Things at University of Houston

Hit the food trucks

A rotating selection of Houston’s hottest food trucks park themselves on several pads around campus, with daytime and late-night hours.

Look out for popular mobile eateries like fried chicken, burger and waffle slinger Waffle Bus, mobile hot dog eatery Happy Ending, and Korean wing favorite Seoulside Wings.

Experience the on-campus arts

Start with the Blaffer Art Museum, which prides itself on being a catalyst for creative innovation and experimentation. There, you’ll find an exciting roster of visual and contemporary art exhibitions each year. Those looking to explore a particular exhibition can sign up for a docent-led tour (available at particular times during the year or for groups). Admission is always free. Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday noon to 5pm.

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts—a collaboration across the performing, visual and literary arts—hosts annual lectures and seasonal programming from across disciplines.

And don’t miss performances at the Cullen Performance Hall, which hosts a lineup of music, opera, dance, comedy and theatrical events; or the Moores Opera Center, which features musical entertainment that ranges from opera productions to jazz ensembles.

Lynn Eusan Park, sandwiched between Cullen Performance Hall and the College of Global Hospitality Leadership, also hosts occasional festivals and film screenings and there is public art to explore throughout the campus.

Perk up at the Nook Cafe

Need a morning, noon or midnight pick-me-up? Look no further than Nook Cafe.

Open daily from 8am to midnight, the newly expanded two-story coffee shop serves lattes, espresso and coffee, plus beer and wine, freshly-squeezed juices, and sweet and savory pastries and desserts.

Take to the new rooftop patio and stake your spot for you next study session.

Cheer on the Coogs in the Big 12

With 17 intercollegiate teams collecting more than 30 titles in the past decade—and now battles with fellow Big 12 opponents—there’s a reason fans fill the seats at Cougars sporting events.

Enjoy a game at TDECU Stadium, the 40,000-seat, open stadium that plays home to the UH Cougars football and women’s soccer teams; cheer on the UH men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball teams at the state-of-the-art Fertitta Center; and take to the spacious Darryl & Lori Schroeder Park, where there’s seating for 3,500 baseball fans.

Have a drink at original campus bar, The Den

Join Coogs fans in their element with a pop-in to on-campus hangout, The Den.

The sports bar rocks a lineup of 30 draft beers, full liquor selection, 8 HD flat screen TVs and a giant 200″ projection screen for all your game watching. Plus, there’s eats from chicken nachos and mozzy sticks to angus burgers topped with guac, bacon, jalapeno and more.

Open daily 11am to 2am.

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