“The story I wanted to tell was the story of the history that wasn't recorded in the history books — the history of people of color, the history of women, of indigenous people — to look at what was missing from the story of America and to reconstruct that and teach it to the young people, who'd begin to learn about each other,” said Judith F. Baca, Chicana muralist and … [Read more...] about Collaborative Mural Highlights Diversity of LA Community, History
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More than 30 Days: Students Look Beyond Hispanic Heritage Month
Before Hispanic Heritage Month ends Oct. 15, people across America and at Pepperdine will celebrate with food and time with friends and family to reconnect with their culture, said Ame Cividanes, Spanish Professor and LSA Advisor. Sept. 15, is the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, where people of Latinx descent can have a greater focus on celebrating their heritage, … [Read more...] about More than 30 Days: Students Look Beyond Hispanic Heritage Month
Hot Shots: Shohei Ohtani’s Rise To The Top
Transparency Item: The Hot Shots section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Year after year, Los Angeles Angels' phenom pitcher and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani continues to astound, consistently outshining previous feats and leaving spectators in awe. Ohtani’s ability to surpass … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Shohei Ohtani’s Rise To The Top
LAFC Launches its Third Season and Establishes Position as the ‘Heart of LA’
Los Angeles Football Club fans wave flags to celebrate the first goal of the season during a friendly match against Club Atlético Peñarol on Jan. 25. Photo by Vernie CovarrubiasThe Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) kicked off its third season with a sold-out friendly match against Uruguayan powerhouse Club Atlético Peñarol on Jan. 25.Within the 10th minute, … [Read more...] about LAFC Launches its Third Season and Establishes Position as the ‘Heart of LA’
Graffiti in LA
Photos by Milan LoiaconoThe beauty of graffiti is in its ever-changing nature. The artistry featured in this spread is from Venice Beach, Pacific Avenue, Abbot Kinney Boulevard and Murphy's Ranch, though much of it will likely have changed by the time you read this.Murphy's Ranch, on the first spread, is a heavily graffitied abandoned house located deep in the Santa Monica … [Read more...] about Graffiti in LA