Student-designed video games explore themes of identity, decisions

This post was updated May 8 at 1:20 p.m.  Players can relive high school – and all the angst that comes with it – in an alternate reality within the video game “Super Super Rap Battle Temptation Nightmare Academy.” Students can play the game, along with another student-designed game, “Artifacts II,” in an exhibition Tuesday […]

Screening Science: ‘The 12th Man’ conditions should wrack the protagonist’s body and mind

The brain is willing to sacrifice every part of the human body to save itself. This self-preservationist anatomical phenomenon will be a key component in “The 12th Man,” released nationwide Friday. Set during World War II, the film portrays the true story of Norwegian resistance commando Jan Baalsrud (Thomas Gullestad) as he makes a daring […]

Pop artist FLETCHER provides break from heavier music at Dance Marathon

Heavy-bass, upbeat music transitioned into FLETCHER’s indie and alternative pop at the 12th hour of Dance Marathon. Cari Fletcher, whose stage name is FLETCHER, sang multiple songs accompanied by a drummer and an electric guitarist. She performed original songs and covers focused on love and breaking up, including “You Should Talk” from her debut album […]

Screening Science: How we’re comparing to the technology of the ‘Avengers’

Ten years of action, comedy and drama will culminate in one epic battle. Releasing Friday, “Avengers: Infinity War” pits our beloved Marvel Cinematic Universe superheroes against Thanos in a dramatic showdown. While Thanos attempts to procure the six infinity stones to bring devastation to the universe, the Avengers and their allies will vie to stop […]

Screening Science: Media depictions of artificial intelligence are becoming reality

“Do androids dream of electric sheep?” Published in 1968, the novel by Philip K. Dick – which inspired “Blade Runner” – explores the gray area between what it means to be human and what it means to be a robot. Even now, artificial intelligence is a hot topic, especially with the advent of driverless cars. […]

Bruin-led podcast centers on student wellness, promotes self-care

Sophie Matthews said the idea for “The Well Being Podcast” started when a FITWELL staff member overheard her and a friend talking about self-compassion at the gym. The encounter led to a discussion between her and the staff member on how a podcast could help inform students about the available health programs on campus. “We […]

Screening Science: The curious genetic improbabilities of George, giant gorilla of ‘Rampage’

An albino gorilla the size of a building tears through downtown while a pool-sized flying wolf glides between skyscrapers – how did an ordinary day become filled with monsters? The destruction of cities by giant monsters is common on the big screen, and we can definitely expect the trope to make a welcome return Friday […]