Thrifting with a Purpose
Navigating Spacial, Cultural and Behavioral Differences in a Small Space
Checklist From Dorm to First Apartment: Tips on a Smooth Transition
EDITORIAL
Ryan E. Ross
Cooglife Executive Editor cooglife@thedailycougar.com
COVER
Raphael Fernandez
Cooglife Contributor
Behind The Cover
The cover photo displays the courtyard area of the Cougar Place residence hall on the campus of the University of Houston. The dorm primarily houses sophomores and upperclassmen, featuring private bedrooms and shared kitchenettes.
WRITERS
Filza Hussain
Anastasia Rivera
Emily Traweek
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Melisa Unlu 03 05 09 12 16 19
ARTISTS
Raphael Fernandez
Jay Gonzalez
Ryan Ross
Emily Traweek
Table of Contents | Contributor Credits & Editor’s Note
Thrifting with a Purpose
Navigating Spacial, Cultural and Behavioral Differences in a Small Space
Student Housing Necessities Checklist
From Dorm to First Apartment: Tips on a Smooth Transition
From Dull to Divine: How to Personalize your College Dorm or Apartment
EDITOR’S NOTE
Greetings Coogs,
I am so happy to share with you our third issue of the semester “Housing & Decor.” In this issue you will find furniture thrifting advice, student housing necessities, tips on personalizing your dorm or apartment, and much more.
Throughout these pages, you will also be able to find many potential housing options for the upcoming year.
I hope you enjoy each page, brought to you by myself and the talented artists, writers, and photographers of Cooglife magazine.
Until the next read,
Ryan E. Ross | Executive Editor
