There are more than 500 square miles of city surrounding UCLA’s campus, which takes up a minuscule fraction of that mileage. For such a big place, Los Angeles at times seems impossible to navigate. But don’t let size steer you away from your sense of adventure and curiosity. Each week this quarter, follow columnist Maryrose […]
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Los Angeles Youth Orchestra to perform at Schoenberg Hall on Sunday
Russell Steinberg said he felt like an outsider growing up in Los Angeles. While his friends were involved in the frenzy of popular culture, he alone preferred to find joy in classical music. Today, the former UCLA music assistant professor and alumnus is the artistic director of the Los Angeles Youth Orchestra. “I really liked […]
Up Next: Success of ‘Video Game High School’ model for future of web TV
The rise of original online programming has revolutionized the way we consume television. But are any of these new shows actually worth watching? Up Next highlights noteworthy original content from Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Studios and examines how the flexible online format functions within each show. All you need is a laptop and your friend’s […]
UC Board of Regents to discuss budget, proposed tuition hike
The University of California Board of Regents will discuss a range of topics at its bimonthly meeting held at the Mission Bay campus of UC San Francisco from Nov. 18-20 including private donations and next year’s annual budget. Most notably, the board will vote on the adoption of a tuition plan proposed by UC President […]
Across the Pond: FKA twigs reinvents R&B tropes through performance, sound
There’s something about the British Isles that consistently produces musical greatness; it is inherent to the country, its people and its culture. Popular culture has been defined by bands and artists from the UK; they have consistently created new genres and musical subcultures – from the Beatles’ psychedelic rock in the ’60s all the way […]
Pac-12 men’s basketball power rankings: Preseason
With the college basketball season beginning on Friday, Daily Bruin Sports takes a look at UCLA’s competition in the Pac-12 conference, and where the Bruins are likely to finish in the standings. 1. Arizona (33-5, 15-3) Key Departures: G Nick Johnson, F Aaron Gordon Key Returners: G T.J. McConnell, F Brandon Ashley, F Rondae Hollis-Jefferson […]
Philanthropist gifts $10 million for new center at TFT
A Los Angeles-based philanthropist recently donated $10 million to launch a new center at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television. Jeff Skoll, founder and chairman of Participant Media and former president of eBay, gave $10 million to create the Skoll Center for Social Impact Entertainment. The new center is intended to promote the […]