From flavors like “Fried Chicken and Waffles” to “Avocado Sriracha,” Coolhaus has made its name in the world of gourmet ice cream desserts. But Natasha Case, co-founder of Coolhaus and UCLA Architecture and Urban Design alumna, wants customers to know the company is much more than that. Read more...
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Arts, Film & TV, Lifestyle
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September 23, 10:18 pm
Additions to Bruin Bash carnival compensate for concert venue change
After the flooding of Pauley Pavilion in July, the damage done to another UCLA staple, Bruin Bash, needed to be addressed. Because the Bruin Bash concert is typically held in Pauley, organizers Greg Kalfayan, the Undergraduate Students Association Council Campus Events commissioner, and Cultural Affairs Commissioner Irmary Garcia said they knew switching the location of Bruin Bash from Pauley to the Los Angeles Tennis Center would decrease the accessibility of this central event. Read more...
Photo: “Kill the Messenger,” starring Jeremy Renner, will be screened in Ackerman Grand Ballroom as part of Bruin Bash festivities, in addition to a carnival and concert. (Courtesy of Focus Features)
Arts, Lifestyle, Theater & Fine Arts
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September 8, 6:12 am
Alums’ ‘Nidhogg’ video game takes to PlayStation
While fencing against an opponent, the player’s end goal is simple: to get eaten by a huge pink monster, Nidhogg. Read more...
Photo: “Nidhogg,” a two-player sword-fighting game in a pixelated environment, was created by UCLA alumni Mark “Messhof” Essen and Kristy Norindr. “Nidhogg” is preparing to be released on PS4 and PS Vita formats. (Messhof)
Arts, Lifestyle
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July 28, 3:09 am
Emerging Voices literary fellows to present work at Hammer Museum
Margaret Spilman, a 2014 Emerging Voices literary fellow, had just met her mentor, author Melanie Thorne, for the first time at a coffee shop. They completely lost track of time and hit it off so well that Spilman received a parking ticket – the best one she had ever received, she said. Read more...
Photo: Offered by the PEN Center USA, the Emerging Voices Fellowship provides support for aspiring writers who lack formal training or financial backing to pursue their literary aspirations. The works of the 2014 fellows will be publicly presented at the UCLA Hammer Museum on Wednesday. (Courtesy of Casey Curry)
Arts, Lifestyle
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July 28, 12:00 am
Keeping up with college fashion
College is scary – new buildings, new classes, new people. It’s daunting for incoming students to process all of that in addition to worrying about being fully clothed on a day-to-day basis. Read more...
Photo: (Madeleine Isaacs / Daily Bruin senior staff)
Arts, Film & TV, Lifestyle, Music, Theater & Fine Arts
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July 28, 12:00 am
A&E’s Guide to Westwood
Going to school at UCLA means being exposed to all the arts and entertainment that Westwood has to offer. From its movie theaters and playhouses to its large concert halls and coffee shops, Westwood boasts a heavy influence on culture in Los Angeles. Read more...
Photo: Westwood Village is home to a variety of arts and cultural hotspots, such as The Treehouse (above) where students can catch live music in a friendly party scene. From the latest movies to independent music and theater, Westwood has a niche for any arts lover. (Austin Yu/Daily Bruin senior staff)
Arts, Lifestyle
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July 28, 12:00 am
Second Take: Marvel’s ‘Avengers NOW!’ introduces more inclusive comic book cast
The Big Three of Marvel Comics underwent a big change that could make the comic book community more inclusive as a whole. Earlier this month, Marvel officially announced “Avengers NOW!,” an upcoming installment of books for the Big Three – Captain America, Iron Man and Thor – as well as several new series for other “Avengers” characters. Read more...
Photo: Marvel has announced plans to release a new series of comics called “Avengers NOW!,” including an installment of books for the Big Three. In this new series, the Big Three went through character changes, such as the Falcon replacing Captain America. (Marvel Comics)