Pumpkin Spice Lattes are already off of Starbucks’ specials board, which can only mean one thing: It’s time for that preemptive transition from fall to winter that hits right after Oct. 31. It’s true, Westwood’s lows might dip into the 50s rather than below 0 on a cold night. However, with the first chill, UCLA […]
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Q&A: UCLA professor talks poet Robin Robertson’s reading at Hammer Museum
With an eye for high poetic standards, Stephen Yenser, distinguished professor of English and director of creative writing, has curated a reading series with the Hammer Museum for almost 20 years. A poet himself, Yenser will host Scottish writer Robin Robertson’s reading at the Hammer on Thursday. The Daily Bruin’s Natalie Green spoke with Yenser […]
Throwback Thursday: Classic Halloween films
Choosing to watch an older horror flick is a little bit like going trick-or-treating. Sure, there seems to be a mountain of regrettable candy corn and chewy messes to sift through, but every once in a while, like a diamond in the rough, comes the deluxe, king-size chocolate bar of your dreams. So, in […]
Creative Halloween costume ideas
Halloween means different things for different people. Regardless of preference between tricks or treats, Halloween poses a creative challenge: costumes. This Halloween, Daily Bruin A&E; hopes to provide students with some creative ideas for those with costume concept block. Whether you’re desiring to be a dream duo or flying solo, come one and all for […]
Concert Review: ‘Broken Bells’
Dim lights, high ceilings and a crowd eager to be pleased set the ambience for Saturday’s Broken Bells performance at the Orpheum Theatre. The night began quietly with audience mingling, and few seats were filled when the opening group Austra walked on stage unannounced. A Canadian electronic band led by frontwoman Katie Stelmanis, Austra began […]
Rebecca Allen returns as Design | Media Arts department chair
Professor Rebecca Allen remembers wondering if the computer was a tool artists could take advantage of. Joining the Design | Media Arts field before its title was established, Allen said this was still a time when computers were giant boxes in research labs. In 1986, Allen came to Los Angeles: a move from the computer […]
Oscar de la Renta leaves behind a legacy of classic, American couture
When designers are discussed, even fashion non-aficionados recognize certain names: Gucci, Dior, Versace, Chanel. And Oscar de la Renta. At 82, de la Renta’s passing on Monday marked the end of a red-carpet staple. His gowns have graced celebrities, brides and first ladies for over 50 years – from Jackie O. to Oprah Winfrey to […]