Life on the Hill doesn’t exactly allow ample opportunity for experimentation with cooking, leading to a routine diet at the dining halls. Over the course of the quarter, columnist Andrew Warner sets out to break the culinary monotony of dorm life, armed with a rice cooker and a few pantry staples. I have never made […]
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Q&A: ‘Fun Home’ actress expresses thoughts on LGBTQ story, personal craft
Although Karen Eilbacher plays Joan in the musical “Fun Home,” she strongly relates to the character of Medium Alison, a college student coming to terms with her sexuality. When Eilbacher was about the same age as the character, she said she had similar experiences as Medium Alison in the musical. “Fun Home” transforms the graphic-novel […]
Alum, producer of ‘Vice World of Sports’ reinterprets rivalry in sports culture
Sports rivalries aren’t just another aspect of the game for Jeremy White. Rivalry has been his work – and his life – for almost a year. The film director and alumnus is the series producer of Viceland’s “Vice World of Sports,” a documentary series that covers both local and professional sports stories around the world. […]
Review: ‘Vice World of Sports’ offers humanizing take on sports journalism
“Vice World of Sports” blurs the line between the world of sports and what lies beyond the field of play. The documentary series from Vice’s TV channel examines sports in relation to society. The third episode of the second season airs Wednesday. Grounded in social commentary, each 30-minute episode is a fresh and thought-provoking take […]
Boulevard Bites: Fountain Coffee Room’s vintage vibes not enough to overcome high prices
Be prepared to pay the price of eating among the stars at the Fountain Coffee Room. Tucked away on the lower level of the iconic peachy-pink Beverly Hills Hotel on Sunset Boulevard, the Fountain Coffee Room has served as a retro breakfast spot for Hollywood stars since 1949. Its all-day, American-style breakfast, vintage theme and […]
Cuts to federal budget could jeopardize UCLA’s arts programs
President Donald Trump’s potential budget cuts may take a toll on the UCLA arts community, directors and faculty said. The Hill reported Jan. 19 that the Trump transition team outlined a budget plan that would eliminate the National Endowment for the Humanities and National Endowment for the Arts, the latter of which is the only […]
Students dust off ’90s grunge trend to express individuality
Saraia Driver does not wear cutesy dresses. Instead, the first-year neuroscience student’s closet consists of Dr. Martens, chokers and fishnet tights, which she likes to layer under shorts. Her outfits are heavily influenced by the grunge style from the ’90s era, she said. Grunge culture originated from the Seattle music scene, which included bands such […]