kicks off the various Asian Pacific Heritage events around the campus. Visitors are treated to Asian food, visuals and entertainment that celebrates the cultures of Asia.
Holiday decorations: Prior to the November Thanksgiving holiday, students, faculty and staff are invited to assist in decorating the campus for the winter holidays.
== Notable alumni ==
Mike Adams, MLB pitcher, Texas Rangers
Elsa Alcala, judge of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals; former Houston prosecutor and state and intermediate appeals court judge
Johnny Bailey, retired NFL running back
Sid Blanks, retired NFL running back, Houston Oilers and the New England Patriots. First African American player in the Lone Star Conference
Michael T. Boyd, Emmy Award-winning costume designer for film and television
Laura Canales, Tejano singer, known as the "Queen of Tejana music"
Juan Castillo, NFL Coach, Baltimore Ravens offensive line coach
James Crumley, crime novelist, author of The Last Great Kiss and other works
Jorge Diaz, retired NFL offensive …
