“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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Seasoned Members of Community Share Wisdom with Students
Editor’s Note: The writer of the story interviewed Jackie Ferrari, who conducted the interviews with the six staff members.Before graduating, senior Jackie Ferrari wanted to reach out to seasoned members of the community she’s in regular contact with for wisdom to share with students. She said she did so because she believes wisdom is what all young people need as … [Read more...] about Seasoned Members of Community Share Wisdom with Students
Art History Majors Explore Careers
Many Art History students spent their Friday evening exploring potential career paths. An evening spent networking and picturing a future in Art History made for an enjoyable time, students said. The Art History Student Society planned a career night on March 29, in the Weisman Museum. Students mingled over catered appetizers on the first floor and then gathered upstairs to … [Read more...] about Art History Majors Explore Careers
Ariana Grande Beams With Hope in ‘eternal sunshine’
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer.In the four years since Ariana Grande's last album, a lot has changed in the pop star's life — including a quick marriage, an even quicker divorce with real estate agent Dalton Gomez … [Read more...] about Ariana Grande Beams With Hope in ‘eternal sunshine’
Magic, Revenge and Reconciliation Swirl in ‘The Tempest’
Shipwrecked shores, swirling magic and sweet first love — on the surface, “The Tempest” is a comedy. Diving deeper, the story deals with themes of revenge and reconciliation.From April 3-6, Pepperdine’s Theatre program presented their adaptation of William Shakespeare's “The Tempest” in Smothers Theatre.Director Cathy Thomas-Grant said she … [Read more...] about Magic, Revenge and Reconciliation Swirl in ‘The Tempest’
