UCLA has purchased one of its largest pieces of art, the literary map “City in Mind: A Lyrical Map of the Concept of Los Angeles,” thanks to the long running Collecting Los Angeles initiative by the UCLA Special Collections, seeking out cultural documents and art found within Los Angeles’ communities. Reporter Stephen Phan speaks to […]
Author Archives: Emily Chu
Long Story Short – April 29, 2013
This week, we talk about the emotional benefits of dance therapy, provide the must-know about meteorites, and debunk misconceptions about the true meaning of Cinco de Mayo.
Listen: Behind the exhibition: A look into the life of a curator
In the hustle and bustle of life in Los Angeles, the slow-paced world of museums is often overlooked. But museums ranging from science to contemporary art can have a lot to offer, including public programs, screenings, guest lectures and stimulating exhibitions. The people who work behind the scenes of these exhibitions, often for months or […]
Audio Slideshow: UCLA Bruin Mountaineers and the Marathon of 1966
Over winter break in 1966, members of the UCLA Bruin Mountaineers embarked on a journey that became known as the “Marathon” – a trip that began with an eventful three days of canoeing. Listen to the former president of Bruin Mountaineers share his memories of camping, climbing and “getting schnockered.” Read the full story here.
Student entrepreneur designs minimalist wallet
UCLA students need their BruinCard, credit card, and cash almost everywhere they go. Second-year economics student Steven Elliot wanted to carry just these bare essentials around with him when he designed the Dash wallet, a project he crowd funded on Kickstarter. The wallet will retail for $32. We speak with Elliot and Professor Emeritus of […]