Students with smartphones are likely to be familiar with QR codes, but one UCLA artist has tried a new approach to this technological symbol by transforming the code into a work of art. Fifth-year fine arts and psychology student Kylie Carrigan created a larger-than-life QR code and mounted it onto a five-foot tall cube. This […]
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Mother in Law’s Kimchi adds flavor to American food culture
There is a family secret behind UCLA alumna Lauryn Chun’s booming kimchi business, but she and her mother aren’t telling. “I cannot tell you,” Chun’s mother, Young Ja, said. “But we add something secret.” Chun decided she would make kimchi – a fermented dish made with seasoned vegetables – available to a wider range of […]
Winter TV preview: Winter Olympics headlines major networks
Winter quarter can sometimes feel a bit dreary, but thanks to a new TV lineup, Bruins can beat the blues by tuning in. From the return of fan favorites like “Downton Abbey” to the arrival of the Winter Olympics, chances are that there is something for everyone. The Daily Bruin’s Andrea Seikaly and Sebastian Torrelio […]
Q&A: Barbara Mujica discusses adapting ‘Sister Teresa’ for stage
UCLA alumna and former Daily Bruin contributor Barbara Mujica, a professor of Spanish at Georgetown University, has extensively studied the life of the Spanish mystic St. Teresa of Ávila, whose life inspired her 2007 novel, “Sister Teresa.” This novel has since been adapted into the theatrical production “God’s Gypsy” under Coco Blignaut of The Actors […]
Q&A: Skylar Astin discusses starring role in new comedy series
“Pitch Perfect” actor Skylar Astin has made the move to television as the star of the new TBS comedy series “Ground Floor.” Astin plays Brody, a “top-floor” investment banker who falls in love with “ground-floor” worker Jennifer, played by Briga Heelan. He also stars alongside “Scrubs” star John C. McGinley. The series, a modern take […]
UCLA alumna’s collaborative short film with James Franco airs
UCLA alumna L.A. Ross entered James Franco’s film class with plans to produce a short film. Little did she know that a clip of her film would be screened at “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Oct. 21, when Franco appeared on the show. Franco chose to show the clip on air because Jimmy Kimmel is one […]
‘Modern Family’ cast attends fan appreciation event in Westwood
Lucky fans were in for a treat on Monday night at the Regency Theatre in Westwood as tickets were distributed on a first-come, first-served basis for the “‘Modern Family’ Fan Appreciation Day” hosted by USA Network.