As a child Daniela Girbal always heard stories about her great-grandparents’ survival during the Armenian genocide of 1915, something that has sparked her appreciation for her Armenian heritage.
Author Archives: Michael Palumbo
Zeta Phi Rho’s annual Blu Carpet Affair raises funds for cancer research
In 2009, Jesus Becerra, a fourth-year sociology student, was diagnosed with testicular cancer during the fall quarter of his second year.
Bon Iver gives fans unexpectedly intense, exciting performance at Coachella
While many may think that a live performance by Bon Iver would be the equivalent to listening to a bedtime lullaby, it was pleasantly surprising to witness how intense and absorbing the band’s performance was.
Grouplove kept up energy and spirit at Coachella performance
As an emerging talent in the indie rock scene, Grouplove greeted an enthusiastic crowd at Coachella this past weekend with its easygoing yet energetic style.
_Pacific Serenades debuts chamber piece “˜Cave Paintings’_
Mark Carlson, UCLA professor of composition, composer and founder of L.A.-based chamber music group Pacific Serenades, said one of his fondest memories was 20 years ago, when he showcased his first full musical piece after the death of his life partner.
_Saturday Night Live achieves high ratings but only with low blows to Lindsay Lohan_
BY michael palumbo
Last week, Lindsay Lohan hosted “Saturday Night Live,” and the show received its second-highest ratings this season.
Starstruck Talent Benefits to raise awareness, funds to prevent illiteracy in Haiti
Imagine a Haitian girl, who, like many of her peers in elementary school, doesn’t appreciate the importance of learning, and in defiance, buries her schoolbook in the ground. Suddenly, her hometown is devastated by a huge earthquake, and soon she realizes the importance of that book.