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Iranian writer retains author’s intent when translating poetry

Sholeh Wolpé said translating poetry is like the sky’s reflection in the sea – similar, but never exact. The process of transferring a poem from one language to another requires more than just direct translation, UCLA’s inaugural author-in-residence said. She must retain the poetic integrity of the original work. In translating the works of Iranian […]

Jewish cooking contest showcases variety of dishes and recipes

Usually libraries discourage visitors from eating food, but at the “Bread and Salt” Jewish Cooking Contest, intricate dishes filled up an entire library conference room. Tuesday’s event, organized by Powell Library and the UCLA Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies, was open to dishes from both students and faculty, spanning seven different categories. Cookbook […]

Common Book zine workshop revives medium, sparks student creativity

Julia Glassman picked up the first two chapters of Thi Bui’s “The Best We Could Do” when they were being sold at the L.A. Zine Fest four years ago. Now, the short 32-page zine has turned into a 329-page novel, serving as this year’s Common Book. Powell Library hosted a zine-making workshop Tuesday to celebrate […]

Gamer’s Guidebook: Expensive expansion packs make trading-card games less enjoyable

Games have always been a huge part of the entertainment industry, but what makes them entertaining? Game makers expend significant effort making design decisions people often don’t think about when they’re playing each game. Each week, columnist Evan Charfauros will examine the pros and cons of different game mechanics as seen in the modern gaming […]

Restaurant review: New boba cafe gives customers sweet taste of picturesque matcha drinks

Koala T Cafe has a new boba rival in Westwood. Located on Weyburn Avenue next to Tomodachi Sushi, Sip offers a selection of milk teas, matcha-infused beverages and matcha-based snacks. The cafe had its soft opening last week and is scheduling a grand opening for sometime in the next week or two. The cafe looks […]

LCC Theatre Company hosts Valentine’s Day show parodying romantic tropes

On Valentine’s Day students can choose between “Fifty Shades Freed” and “Fifty Shades of Comedy,” but only one features vampire boyfriends. On Wednesday, Lapu, the Coyote that Cares Theatre Company and Shenanigans Comedy Club will perform love-based segments in “Fifty Shades of Comedy.” The Valentine’s Day show, which will take place in the Kerckhoff Grand […]