HANNA CHUA&E Editor Celebrities have it all when it comes to living in this material world: beauty, fame and money. However, there are those who choose to use success for a greater good, and those who live their lives solely to lavish themselves in extravagance. Although celebrities don’t have the authority to do anything about poverty or social injustice, they have ways of … [Read more...] about Free concert spreads awareness
Production Takes Flight
SHANNON URTNOWSKIA&E assistant Dance enthusiasts should prepare themselves for three nights of exploding performances from some of the most talents dancers on campus. Dance in Flight will run from Feb. 8th through the 10th at 8 p.m. at Smother’s Theatre. It is an event that showcases a variety of dance styles. “It’s pretty broad,” said sophomore Jesse Calvillo. “There’s … [Read more...] about Production Takes Flight
And the winner is…
JESSICA ONIStaff Writer Grammy veteran Mariah Carey, rap phenomenon Kanye West and his talented R&B protégé, John Legend, are preparing to battle it out Wednesday night at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards Ceremony in Los Angeles. With eight nominations apiece, these three lead this year’s diverse pack of nominees. Carey’s nominations may come as a surprise to many who thought … [Read more...] about And the winner is…
Where are the winners now?
MARY WISNIEWSKI Assistant A&E Editor The Sindicate, winner of last year’s Battle of the Bands competition, has come a long way since the day of its first gig. This three-member rock ‘n’ roll band was not allowed to enter its first venue due to trouble with the incident with the bouncer outside. Guitarist Dan Yoder said the bouncer did not deter the band from smuggling in … [Read more...] about Where are the winners now?
Blending cultures, graffiti at LACMA
BRIDGET GUNGORENStaff Writer It’s an unusual, yet beautiful, combination of Japanese warriors, sensual geishas and … Latino graffiti. In his special exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, artist Gajin Fujita has united his Japanese heritage with his East Los Angeles upbringing to create pieces that defy cultural divisions and examine unexpected unions. Using … [Read more...] about Blending cultures, graffiti at LACMA