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After posting a 5-7 record a year ago, UH has turned it around and found itself in a bowl game and still in contention for a conference championship. SEE PAGE 5
Mayor Parkers promise to fix Cullen Boulevard has yet to be fulfilled. SEE PAGE 4 NOVEMBER
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Cougars donate in the spirit of the holidays Diana Nguyen Contributing writer
As Thanksgiving approaches, the Student Government Association is spreading the giving spirit by sponsoring a canned-food drive through the month of November in order to give back to needy families in the Houston area. SGA has placed numerous Houston Food Bank bins at designated enclosed spaces around campus. Student Body President Cedric Bandoh has worked to encourage students to give back this holiday season. “As we approach the holiday season, we are excited to partner with many campus groups for a canned-food drive to help hungry families and children in need,” Bandoh said. “It is important to remember that the best gift we can give is the DONATE continues on page 3
To get in the spirit of Thanksgiving, students, faculty and staff can now donate nonperishable canned goods to needy Houstonians with various Houston Food Bank boxes placed around campus, including the Jack J. Valenti School of Communication. | Justin Tijerina/The Daily Cougar
ARCHITECTURE
Professor named Educator of the Year Ryan Graham Contributing writer
Debating issues in energy John Felmy, pictured, of the American Petroleum Institute, and Scott Morrison, of the American Public Gas Association, debated whether LNG Export is good for the United States on Tuesday in the latest event of the 2013-2014 Energy Symposium Series. Read the full story in Thursday’s issue of the Cougar. Justin Tijerina/The Daily Cougar
Patrick Peters, a professor at the Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture, has been honored by the Houston chapter of the American Institute of Architects as Educator of the Year. The award is offered annually to professors of architecture at UH, Rice and Prairie View A&M, with the winner being chosen by a committee from the AIA Houston chapter. “Professor Peters is a great example of an educator for many reasons. What stands out to me
most is the time and personal touch he extends to each student,” said architecture professor and former Dean Joseph Mashburn. Peters is perhaps best known as the director of UH’s Graduate Design/Build Studio. The GDBS is an organization that allows graduate architecture students a unique opportunity to plan, design and construct buildings in the real world for various nonprofit groups in the Houston area. The studio is an important PROFESSOR continues on page 3
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join the movement.
Quit squirreling around Squirrels are the unofficial mascot of the University and have been a part of this community for a long time. It is a well-established tradition — no, a rite of passage — to connect with and feed at least one squirrel. Walking to class or lounging on the grass, these furry critters abound; their dark, round eyes are too cute to resist. They stalk mild-tempered, docile humans and hide in the shadows. When the squirrels see an opening — a moment to exploit unknowing bystanders — they launch their attack, begging for food, love and attention.
There’s a trend already happening on campus. The majority of college students consume 4 or fewer drinks when they socialize, and 83% of college students who drink use a designated driver.* Not because it’s a course requirement, but because it’s what they choose to do.
Almost 33 years ago, on Nov. 14, 1980, Cougars were engaging in this tradition. The torch passes down from generation to generation, and human and squirrel continue to engage in peaceful cohabitation.
To continue the movement, just tear off one of the tabs below and place it under your coaster at a bar, tuck it into a friend's textbook, or tape it to your dorm's bathroom mirror on Saturday morning. And thanks for being responsible.
Feed a squirrel; keep the peace. — Nora Olabi
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Mars rover competition approaching The Daily Cougar News Services The deadline to participate in the 12th Annual Mars Rover Model Celebration and Competition at UH is right around the corner: Friday. Houston-area students from third to eighth grade are called to create operational models that might one day carry out a mission
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opportunity for architecture students, as it allows them to test their designs in real-world circumstances, rather than on paper or in the form of a model. “(Peters) is great. When we go out and do our design/build, he’s right out there with us, pouring concrete, carrying steel, offering advice to us as we go,” said Andy Okonkwo, a graduate student of architecture who has studied
to Mars, but with a budgetary stipulation: only found objects, minimal art supplies and a $25 limit. Teachers were encouraged to get involved, with whole lesson plans pre-prepared for educators interested in getting their class involved in building rovers. The celebration will occur
... he’s right out there with us, pouring concrete, carrying steel, offering advice to us as we go.” Andy Okonkwo, a graduate student of architecture, on Patrick Peters..
under Peters. Peters has been teaching architecture for 27 years, the last
from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 25, in the Conrad Hilton Ballroom of the Hilton UH. The event is open to the public. Event registration and other information can be found at marsrover.uh.edu/eventregistration.aspx. news@thedailycougar.com
26 of which were at UH. He studied architecture at the University of Cincinnati before going into teaching, spending a year teaching in Malaysia before returning to teach at UH. “I am gratified that AIA Houston places importance on the role of educators in promoting and supporting the profession and am especially honored that my peer architects value the work that I am involved in at the University of Houston,” Peters said. news@thedailycougar.com
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one of service to others.” Along with the Houston Food Bank as its main distributor, SGA is partnering with the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, the fraternity Delta Sigma Pi and Instructional Professor and Undergraduate Chair in the Department of Chemistry Simon Bott. The canned-food drive will run until Nov. 21, when the items will be gathered and transferred to local food banks. SGA hopes to finish collecting all items a few days before Thanksgiving so local food banks can disperse the goods on time to Houstonians in need. Associate Director of Community Relations Corina Karabanoff hopes the canned-food drive will make an impact for the better in the Houston community. “We want this canned food drive to have a great turnout and really make an impact in our Houston community; this is a great way to help others and give back,” Karabanoff said. Biology senior Christopher
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Le said Thanksgiving is about celebrating and spending time together as a family and feasting. “The food drive is a great way to give back and feed the hungry families in the Houston community. It gives them a sense of hope for the day and warmth in their tummies and hearts,” Le said. Items must be non-perishable canned goods. For questions regarding what can go into the food bins, please contact Bria Riley with the Department of External Affairs at sgaext@central.uh.edu. news@thedailycougar.com
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n a day with nice weather, the UH campus is beautiful. We have more grass and trees than one would expect in a concrete city, and we also have unique sculptures and fountains scattered around campus. Of course, people wanting to visit UH will never see the Kelly campus if they Schafler are scared off by our country road-like streets. Many of us can agree that some of the roads surrounding our awesome campus are less than awesome — Cullen Boulevard in particular. Since Cullen is one of the more frequently used roads on campus, it would be thought that the city would make street maintenance more of a priority for a road that students, faculty, staff and many others often drive on. Fortunately for us, recently reelected Mayor Annise Parker may make fixing Cullen Boulevard and other problem streets a priority — or so she said. Parker, along with fellow candidates Ben Hall and Eric Dick, paid a visit to UH in September to talk about the future of Houston to rally in more voters. During a routine question-and-answer session, Parker and the other candidates debated some of what they believe are the major problems in Houston. Unsurprisingly, the issue of Houston roads was brought up as a major issue. While Parker and Hall had differing opinions on how to fix the bumpy roads of Houston, both agreed that they are a problem. This is not the first time Parker has spoken on campus during her years in office, and this is also not the first time Houston roads have been brought up. Parker spoke on campus this past March at the Elizabeth D. Rockwell Pavilion when the subject of repairs to Cullen Boulevard was addressed.
An article released on the UH website describes the questions asked of Parker during her visit in March, one of which regarded how UH could help make repairs on Cullen Boulevard a city priority. The article said Parker told the audience she would travel the road to witness the infrastructure problem. Members of the UH community are continually heard commenting on the rugged terrain. Some people may not understand why Cullen Boulevard should become a priority, but the abundance of resources on this street should be taken into account. Cullen Boulevard is a major access point for many of our campus’s amenities. Along this street is an entrance for the new stadium being built and food resources for students such as Taco Cabana and Cougar Woods, not to mention the entrances for student housing options like Cougar Place, Cambridge Oaks and Cullen Oaks. In addition, many economy parking lots open onto Cullen Boulevard. Parker has mentioned her ties to the UH community during her addresses to our campus. She has said that her parents attended UH and met here. When it comes down to repairs around the community, it shouldn’t matter that her parents were Cougars. Cullen Boulevard isn’t the only road in Houston that needs maintenance, and this needs to be a concern of the current mayor of Houston and perhaps those of the future. Ph.D. geology student Proma Bhattaeharyya commutes to campus and travels down Cullen Boulevard every day. She notices Cullen’s bumpy terrain, but recognizes that rough streets are not only a campus problem. “There are some potholes, and it’s pretty bumpy,” Bhattaeharyya said. “But it’s a city of Houston problem; roads are bad everywhere.” The UH article said that, during
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David Delgado/ The Daily Cougar Parker’s March visit to campus, she was questioned about repairs to Cullen Boulevard, and City Council Member Wanda Adams indicated that the city of Houston Public Works is planning an overlay project for Cullen Boulevard. The Houston Public Works website directs visitors to the city’s departments, including the Public Works and Engineering Department. SGA President Cedric Bandoh gives students hope for repairs in the future. “The University is currently in discussions with the city of Houston regarding a short- and long-term plan for Cullen Boulevard,” Bandoh said. “Those
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discussions are still ongoing, and to my understanding, the University will release the finalized, agreed-upon plan at the appropriate time.” Whether these renovations happen sooner or later, students need to be more active in making things happen. Students can only hope that this overlay project mentioned by Wanda Adams will begin in the near future. One thing is for sure: it has taken an extended amount of time to get road projects in Houston underway. Environmental science senior Robert Michael thinks roads should be a main priority of the University, and collaboration with
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the city is needed to get them fixed. “I think it should be a partnership. There should be some communication between the city of Houston and the University to get these things worked out,” Michael said. If this project is not started within the next few months, it has to become the duty of the voters who helped put Parker in office to keep Cullen Boulevard on her priority list. Cougars, we have to fight for the quality of our streets — and the shocks on our vehicles. Senior staff columnist Kelly Schafler is a print journalism junior and may be reached at opinion@thedailycougar.com
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Heat becomes a unifying force Summer practices develop leadership, chemistry that UH needed to succeed Christopher Shelton Sports editor
Ask a lineman how the offense will attack an opposing defense, and he’ll probably offer the same cliches that a running back or a receiver would. “We’re going to take what the defense gives us,” or “All we’re worried about are the players in this locker room,” among a bevy of others. The similar answers are indicative of handling the media, better team leadership and a team that is on the same page on and off the field, coaches and players said. “I think that shows on the field and in our workout and in our practice,” said sophomore running back Kenneth Farrow. “We all have something to prove, and we’ve had that since the beginning of the season. That’s a mind set and that’s just an attitude of the whole team.” The Cougars’ improved
leadership and teamwork was forged in the crucible of Houston’s summer heat, and it has led to a better team. “It really started in the summer, during workouts — just getting everybody to the point of where (we think) we’re here for each Mathews other,” said junior linebacker Derrick Mathews. “Getting everybody like that got us to where we are now.” The squad had a strong incentive to push each other — it was embarrassed following a 5-7 season in which UH was held without a bowl appearance. The Cougars were going to face tougher competition as they moved to the American Athletic Conference on July 1, so vast improvement was necessary. Now, UH (7-2, 4-1) is preparing to face Louisville for control of second place in the AAC, a position where not many
expected the team to be. It took the players taking a greater responsibility for the success or failure of the team and putting in extra work so a bad season wasn’t repeated. “During summer workouts, it really tested a lot of people whether you wanted to be here or if you didn’t want to be here,” senior defensive back Zachary McMillian said. “You had guys quitting and walking off the field, like, ‘Wow, I can’t do this.’ And you had guys running after them, saying, ‘You need to get back on this field. We’re doing this as a team.’” The hard work in the offseason led to a comeback. After finishing near the bottom of every major statistical defensive category, the Cougars’ defense has forced more than 30 turnovers and gives the team a chance to win each week. Outside of swapping schemes and simplifying, defensive coordinator David Gibbs helped facilitate the players’ growth by challenging them to be self-motivated. “Gibbs told us from the first day, ‘This is not our defense; this
Sophomore running back Kenneth Farrow took on a bigger leadership role this summer and was named a team captain. | File photo/The Daily Cougar is y’all’s defense.’ Coaches can’t go out there and play for you, so when you have that mentality and mindset, it doesn’t really matter what they call,” McMillian said. Though the Cougars shed several talented players — former defenders Phillip Steward and D.J. Hayden to the NFL and star running back Charles Sims, who transferred — other players stepped in to fill the voids that were left after
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Knowles cleared to play at UH immediately The Daily Cougar news services UH forward Danrad Knowles was been cleared to play this season by the NCAA Eligibility Center on Tuesday. He will be immediately eligible for the 2013-14 season, UH announced. Knowles will play his first game for the Cougars at 7 p.m., Thursday, when the team hosts UTSA inside Hofheinz Pavilion. “We are grateful that the NCAA has ruled quickly in Danrad’s case, and we are excited that he has been allowed to compete this season,” said head coach James Dickey. “I appreciate all the efforts of our administration and compliance department throughout this process. As excited as our coaches, players and fans will be with this news, no one will be more excited to hit the court than Danrad on Thursday night.” Knowles attended classes at UH-Downtown during 2012-13 while he was ineligible. This season, he has been attending classes since the start of the fall semester at UH and worked out daily with the Cougars since practice began Oct. 4. UH moves game to BBVA UH will move its Nov. 23 game against Cincinnati to BBVA Compass Stadium from Rice Stadium, the University announced Tuesday. Kickoff has been set for 11 a.m. Its ESPN network designation will be announced following UH’s game Saturday at Louisville. BBVA Compass Stadium was originally unavailable for the date. “When they were given the choice, our football studentathletes voted to have the game moved to BBVA Compass Stadium,” said Houston’s Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, Mack Rhoades. “They enjoyed playing there earlier this year and the familiarity with the stadium determined the vote by our players. Likewise facility operational issues and the ability to brand the field were other important factors considered.” sports@thedailycougar.com
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UH preps for Bridgewater challenge Andrew Valderas Assistant sports editor
Coming off a loss at UCF on the last play of the game and with a possible chance at a Bowl Championship Series game, the Cougars’ next test doesn’t get any easier. The Cougars will have to go on the road and face No. 19-ranked Louisville and Teddy Bridgewater, its Heisman Trophy candidate. “It’s going to be a great challenge,” said head coach Tony Levine. “You look at him and study his game, and if you were to ask me to give a flaw of Teddy Bridgewater, I’d have no answer, because there’s a reason that at some point he’s going to be a high draft pick in the National Football League.” Louisville’s Bridgewater has passed for 2845 yards and 24 touchdowns, but more importantly, his efficiency with the ball has allowed his team to have minimal turnovers as he has thrown only three interceptions. Bridgewater and his Cardinals (8-1) were ranked No. 8 in the nation at the beginning of the season until they were defeated 38-35 by the Knights. The Cougars still lead the nation with 32 turnovers forced, a stat that sophomore safety Trevon Stewart said is imperative for his team,
especially against Bridgewater, as he and his Cardinals have turned over the ball only seven times — tied for the third lowest in the country. Stewart has studied Bridgewater since the beginning of last season. “We’re going to have to switch it up a little bit. I feel defenses have been playing the same against him. They’ve played soft. We’ve got to give him pressure, play aggressive and cause turnovers against him,” Stewart said. Last season, the Cougars were unable to capture a victory outside Texas; now, they’ve been able to win three by an average of 25 points, with the exception of last week’s loss at UCF on the final play, so potentially defeating No. 19-ranked Louisville wouldn’t be the toughest task. “What we’ve come to find out and recognize is that our young men (on the team) like that, going to Louisville — again, they sell out regardless of whom they are playing,” Levine said. “They enjoy playing in front of big crowds; we’re getting that on the road the last couple of games, so it’s something that they’re certainly looking forward to.” Bridgewater is mobile, but does most of his damage inside the pocket. Junior defensive lineman Jeremiah Farley said his team will
Junior linebacker Derrick Mathews had an interception and forced a safety against BYU on Oct. 19 | Justin Tijerina/The Daily Cougar have to be on its A-game if it wants to walk out of the Cardinal Stadium with a win. “To stop Teddy Bridgewater, we have to play a pretty great game. We probably have to play one of the best games we’ve played all season,”
Farley said. “Just try not to make mistakes or give them too many opportunities to score, and make sure the game is in our favor.” sports@thedailycougar.com