Sophomore Nelly Figueroa-Herrera wearing a Huipil, a piece of traditional clothing from Arguacatán. She said wearing traditional clothing is one of the ways she celebrates her culture. Photo courtesy of Nelly Figueroa-Herrera For senior Lisette Isiordia, amplifying her family's story is a way to celebrate her heritage. Her story, as a first-generation student, is something … [Read more...] about Vocalizing Their Story: Students Speak On Hispanic Heritage Month
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The Story Behind Malibu’s Most Coveted Breakfast Burritos
Lily Castro smiles proudly in front of her restaurant in Point Dume. Photo by Maria Belen IturraldeTucked away in Point Dume Plaza is a not-so-hidden gem of the Malibu community: Lily’s. Perhaps most famous for its breakfast burritos, the unassuming restaurant has been a staple in the community for over 30 years. Far more enticing than the scrumptious eats, however, is … [Read more...] about The Story Behind Malibu’s Most Coveted Breakfast Burritos
‘When the Mountains Tremble’ Screened at the Weisman
Image Courtesy of Jane Chang Mi “When the Mountains Tremble,” a visual narrative of social injustice in Guatemala, screened Monday Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. in the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art.“It’s important to bring the power of cinema, to bear on telling difficult stories,” film director Pamela Yates said via phone.Re-released in 1992, the 1982 … [Read more...] about ‘When the Mountains Tremble’ Screened at the Weisman
