Graduate student and his short film 'Playtime (Spielzeit)' travel to South by Southwest for another prestigious event

Fresh off an official selection and screening at the prestigious ten-day event, MFA directing student Lucas Mireles’ short film “Playtime (Spielzeit)” has been selected for the film portion of South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. The film was produced by UCLA producers program alum Ryan Slattery.

Soundbite: Steve Aoki's debut studio album 'Wonderland' offers only lackluster full-album experience

Steve Aoki has worn many hats over the course of his career – concert promoter, remix artist, label founder, DJ, fashion executive and headphone designer (oh, and he co-owns a Korean BBQ joint with Danny Masterson). His debut studio album “Wonderland” employs the “do ALL the things!” ethos driving his eclectic entertainment background, though to a mixed result.

A dance playlist for post-midterm celebrations

With finals still a few weeks away and midterms safely in the rear view mirror, evenings once spent in the company of coffee, textbooks and course readers are now replaced with ever elusive free time. With the right playlist, this free time can be used to let loose and do some much needed de-stressing. Below are eight tracks that will get you out of your chair (and, potentially, on your desk), ready to dance the night away and get some positive endorphines flowing. A dorm-room dance mix, if you will.