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s the stress of final exams builds up, it becomes rather difficult to calm one’s nerves. Focusing just on acing their finals, many students may forget to relax for a few minutes or even eat a decent meal. Thanks to a long-standing UH tradition, Finals Mania is held every year and allows students to enjoy a free late-night breakfast served by faculty, staff and administrators. It’s also a great place to relax and hang out with friends.

“Finals Mania is a really good way for students to get a nice free late-night breakfast and stress relief during a hectic time on campus,” said Esmeralda Fisher, director of communications at the M.D. Anderson Memorial Library.

“It is also a good chance for us to let everyone know that we are open at that time. It’s a good time to come and relax with your friends at the UH libraries.”

This year, Finals Mania will be held from 8:30 to 11:00 p.m. on Dec. 10 at the Rockwell Pavilion on the second floor of the library. In addition, the Paws and Relax event will be held the same day from 8 to 10 p.m. in Rooms 106T and 106P of the library. This event will bring in therapy dogs from Faithful Paws, which specializes in bringing in trained animals to administer

unconditional love and therapy.

Finals Mania not only allows students to participate in a free, fun-filled event, but also gives them the opportunity to be face-to-face with faculty, staff, administrators and leaders of UH. “Finals Mania is a campus tradition to kick off finals,” said Maria Honey, assistant director of marketing and communications. “We expect more people to come out this year and are very proud of this event.”

Students will be able to enjoy pancakes with various toppings as well as hot chocolate, juices and coffee. In addition, the marching band will perform, and the University mascots, Shasta and Sasha, will be present as well as UH Libraries Dean Dana Rooks.

The sponsors of this event include the UH Libraries, Dining Services, Auxiliary Services, True Color Graphics, Canteen Vending and Coca Cola.

“I think Finals Mania is a great way for students to relieve their stress and anxiety due to finals,” said management information systems senior Imran Majeed.

As this event continues over the years, many more students come out to unwind, and many more volunteers sign up to help serve the students.

“It’s a lot of fun. We always have a huge turnout, so we hope to see everyone there,” Fisher said.

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An Nguyen because he has a great sense of humor and is smart.

Keegan Smith Junior, Exercise Science

What was your hardest class this semester?

What was your hardest class this semester?

Accounting Frameworks because it was a lot of material jammed into one semester.

Business Statistics because the material was presented in a way that may not translate to the student very well.

What class did you attend most often this semester?

What class did you attend most often this semester?

Accounting Frameworks again because it is my hardest class and I needed the most help in it.

Personal Finance because the teacher was very entertaining and there is a lot of relevant information for everyday use that I can apply starting now.

What was your favorite event on campus?

I really like the kick-off at Cougar Place. There was a lot of free food, billiards and they had the NFL opening game on.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

Renu Khator because she is an think-outside-the-box president and has a very unique story and really pushing the Tier One university.

Keith Shannon Senior, Supply Chain Management

What was your hardest class this semester?

My hardest class was abnormal psychology, because it was a very writing intensive course.

What was your favorite event on campus?

Oremus, which is a little communion on Wednesdays; It is like a mini church service.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

Pastor Brad (Fuerst), the Houston Lutheran Campus Ministry pastor.

Nadinna Simonette Junior, Accounting

What class did you attend most often this semester?

Physics because I needed the most work and help in that class.

What was your favorite event on campus?

The Homecoming Game against BYU; I had never gone to a football game before so it was a lot of fun.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

Case Keenum because he is a cutie and he represents this university very well.

Jessica Silverio Senior, Kinesiology

What was your hardest class this semester?

Anatomy and Physiology because there is a lot of stuff to remember; everything ties together and it is a lot of memorization.

What class did you attend most often this semester?

I went to Statistics the most because we were required to go and had quizzes each class.

What was your favorite event on campus?

My favorite was my group meetings for Statistics.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

What was your hardest class this semester? Informa-

tion and Communication and Technologies because I did not understand anything that was happening.

What class did you attend most often this semester?

All of my classes; I never really missed any classes except for maybe one Public Relations class.

What was your favorite event on campus?

I unfortunately did not go to any events.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

Professor (Charlie) Crixell be-

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cause he is awesome and I love all of his classes. If he taught any more classes I would take them all.

Aishwarya Raja Senior, Public Relations

What was your hardest class this semester?

I think it would be Psychology because the teacher is really disorganized.

What class did you attend most often this semester?

Calculus because it is required to go and it is more helpful to go.

What was your favorite

event on campus?

International Explosion which is a cultural performance where different ethnic groups perform and dance together.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

President (Renu) Khator because she is the president.

Dana Nguyen Freshman, Pre-pharmacy

What was your hardest class this semester?

I would say Constitution of Law because there is a great deal of reading involved and of course I have very little time to attend to it.

What class did you attend most often this semester?

It would have to be Political Theory because I am very interested in the subject and there is a limit of three excused absences so I am somewhat compelled to go.

What was your favorite event on campus?

I have not had the good fortune of attending any events.

If you could get an autograph from any past or present Cougar, who would it be?

It would perhaps be the person interviewing me right now.

Bobak Mouzi Sophomore, Political Science

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he end of the semester is here, Cougars, and that means one thing: finals.

All-nighters and cramming are on everyone’s schedule, but don’t let studying until late, waking up early and stressing take a toll on your health. The time around finals is notorious for the increased consumption of foods that are quick, convenient and plain unhealthy.

If students want to do everything they can to be prepared for exams, they should also eat wisely. Things like leafy greens, nuts and seeds, fruits and fish are all packed with vitamins and nutrients that will super-charge the brain with what it needs to keep it energized and alert.

Making the brain-foods below your “top 8” during finals will show you the meaning of “you are what you eat.” Don’t know what to do with these ingredients? Not to worry. Each food has a tip or treat ready to help you get that last A you need in class.

1. Kale Everyone is talking about this leafy green. So what’s all the hype about?

Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense greens around. It is packed with phytonutrients like sulferophane, which travels to your liver to maximize your detox power, and carotenoids, which a Harvard University study has linked to a person’s overall sense of optimism.

Since the majority of the brain is made of fat, the types of fat you put into your body greatly affect brain health.

Kale’s main fat is omega-3, which is one of the most vitally needed for healthy brain performance and which can lower the risk of depression and diabetes.

Kale also gives a huge dose of vitamin K, a powerful

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ach year around this time of the semester, stress starts to pile on as students get ready for finals and graduation, and everyone is eager to have a little down time or vacation from their worries.

Communications senior Vanessa Vasquez is ready for the semester to be over. Though she would rather be in Chicago with her family, a little bit of spare time here in Houston is more than enough.

“My dream vacation is to go to New York to shop and sightsee,” Vazquez said. “Until then, there is a volleyball and baseball court near my house, so my brother and I like to go out there and play either sport, depending on which one we are in the mood for.”

The popular option this year seemed to be a “staycation.”

Students may be on a budget, but that’s not going to stop them from having a fun break.

Management information systems senior Kevin Vu will spend quality time with friends and family this year.

“I live for the little things; for example, going to a house party

or out to the bars. Having time to hang out with family and friends is what is important. It’s about doing small things without spending a lot of money,” Vu said.

“I would rather spend money on little things than big things.”

Biomedical engineering junior Achuth Nair has a few suggestions for those who want to get away but can’t afford the cost.

“You could always drive somewhere with your friends. Last December, I drove to Florida with some friends,” Nair said.

“We split the cost amongst each other and had a ton of fun.”

While Nair prefers heading south because it’s warm, Vu wants to head to Colorado, California or Las Vegas.

“I would go to Colorado or California to go skiing or snowboarding. I was supposed to go last year, but it didn’t work out,” Vu said. “Vegas is also a good vacation spot, because you can go there anytime to have a good time. It is a good place to go whether it is summer or winter.”

Whether it’s a vacation or a “staycation,” these students, among others, emphasized the importance of spending time with family, so remember to have fun and enjoy your time off with family and friends.

antioxidant that protects fats and helps produce sphingolipids, a fat that creates the structure of brain cells.

Treat: Kale Chips: Wash and dry kale leaves, then pull off leaves from ribs. Discard the ribs. Line up as mane kale leaves as you can on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper and a dash of Cajun seasoning. Massage them so they are evenly coated. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 10 minutes or until crispy but still green.

2. Salmon Essential fatty acids are not found in the body and need to be acquired through the diet.

Oily fish, such as salmon, are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids, which also contain anti-inflammatory substances.

Some good omega-3 fatty

acids are EPA and DHA, both found in oily fish. According to livestrong.com, they also treat high triglycerides, prevent heart disease and lower high blood pressure — all things that promote healthy brain function.

Low DHA levels have been linked to an elevated risk of developing Alzheimer’s and memory loss. Most would like to keep their memory during finals, thank you very much.

Tip: So you aren’t a fan of salmon? Try out halibut, mackerel, sardines or tuna, all fish that are high in omega-3.

3. Blueberries According to Dr. Steven Pratt, author of “Superfoods Rx: Fourteen Foods Proven to Change Your Life,” these fruits should really be called “brainberries.”

Evidence from a Tufts University study shows that blueberries may help improve short-term memory loss.

They also protect the brain from oxidative stress. That’s when white blood cells release enzymes and oxygen free radicals, unstable oxygen compounds that cause tissue damage, that can’t distinguish between damaging pathogens and damaging healthy tissue.

Treat: Keep a few blueberryfilled snack bags in your freezer to grab on the go for breakfast or a snack between exams. Add something different, like your favorite nuts, mini pretzels or a few chocolate chips, to each bag to spice things up.

Other finals staples Dark chocolate: a powerful antioxidant properties, has natural stimulants like caffeine, which can increase focus Avocado: rich in oleic acid, which helps build the outside layer of brain padding.

Green tea: contains polyphenols, which protect against free radicals that can damage brain cells.

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usic may not actually make you more intelligent, but studying a musical instrument can teach valuable life skills.

These skills transfer to other areas, including academics and even relationships, said Carrie Young, undergraduate academic advisor at the Moores School of Music. Music helps to make you a well-rounded person.

Music has been a part of many students’ lives from a young age.

“As far as seeing it in my life, I haven’t seen it directly,” said music performance junior Felix Gamez. “I probably am smarter because of it, but I wouldn’t know.”

Time management, active listening skills, self-presentation and etiquette are just some of the essential skills that musicians learn early in life.

“Time management and discipline are huge with academic success in musicians, because you all have to balance practice time, particularly with rehearsal time,” Young said. “You have to learn how to manage that with a lot more things than maybe a student who’s just in 12 credit hours of academic work.”

These life skills often enhance a student’s academic work. “They’re much more comfortable and used to being

in front of an audience, so that translates really easily to class presentations,” Young said.

According to a recent report generated by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, students majoring in music have the highest completion rate of 30 credit hours per year.

Perseverance is a key value learned by playing.

“Violin is one of the most complex things anyone will ever do,” said music performance and psychology junior Amanda Hernandez.

Hernandez is a Suzukimethod violin teacher. She describes one of her first-grade students as “already exceptional, but violin is really hard for him.” Other students have shown improvement in attention span and motor skills. “It teaches you how not to settle,” Hernandez said. She explains that as a music student, you are taught to become a “diagnostician” in order to identify and solve problems.

This complex level of thinking is what Desmond Chau, a music performance junior, describes as “real-time knowledge.” He defines this as “the ability to be able to prepare yourself or pace yourself as you go along and identify what stress you may accumulate during your performance and fix it in real time.”

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Young encourages interested students to take one of the classes for non-majors, such as world music, jazz or music masterworks.

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Release Date: Dec. 20 Director: Adam McKay Starring: Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate, Steve Carrell, Dave Koechner, Paul Rudd, Kristen Wiig

Tis the season for hot cocoa, fluffy blankets and, of course, good movies. This winter, treat yourself with a trip to the movies to relieve the postfinals blues. Whether it be fantasy, comedy or drama, there are features premiering that everyone can enjoy. Here are the five big ones coming out over winter break:

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Bilbo’s unexpected journey continues as he, the dwarves and Gandalf venture toward the Lonely Mountain to reclaim the kingdom of Erebor. After the enormous success seen by part one of the “Lord of the Rings� prequel, “Hobbit� fans await with excitement and anticipation for a battle against the fiercest of dragons — Smaug.

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Leonardo DiCaprio’s latest performance highlights the life of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker involved in the securities scheme of the 1990s that revealed massive-scale corruption on Wall Street and in the corporate banking world.

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