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Behind the Lens: Meet the 2026 CSU Photo of the Year Winners
From the vibrant swirl of folklórico dresses to the triumphant celebrations of championship teams, submissions for the 2026 CSU Photo of the Year competition captured the color and spirit of the CSU community. The winners were announced at the September CSU Board of Trustees meeting by Board Chair Diego Arambula. All CSU campuses were invited to submit their most captivating images from the past academic year, Arambula noted in his remarks.
CSU Leaders Help Shape Higher Education Nationwide
Leaders across the California State University are shaping more than just their campuses—they are influencing the future of higher education nationwide. In addition to guiding the CSU, the chancellor and university presidents extend their impact by serving on the boards of prominent national organizations dedicated to the advancement of higher education.
Q&A: Cast, director discuss narrative importance of perspective in 'The Batman' - Daily Bruin
The hero of the shadows is coming back into the spotlight. Releasing in theaters on Friday, “The Batman” reintroduces Gotham City’s favorite billionaire, Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattinson), during his early vigilante years as the Batman. The film follows Wayne as he tracks down the murderous Riddler (Paul Dano) through a series of bloody clues with the help of Catwoman (Zoë Kravitz) and police commissioner James Gordon (Jeffrey Wright). In a Q&A organized by Warner Bros.
Theater review: 'Power of Sail' at Geffen Playhouse deftly conveys harmful effects of ignorance - Daily Bruin
Warning: spoilers ahead. In the stormy waters of hate speech, “Power of Sail” boldly navigates its path. Running until March 20, the Geffen Playhouse’s current production follows Harvard professor Charles Nichols (Bryan Cranston) as he faces the repercussions of inviting white nationalist BenjaminCarver to speak at his prestigious symposium in the name of free speech.
TV preview: Season premieres bring drama, action to drive out wintertime blues
Upcoming TV releases are melting viewers’ hearts this winter. A new year means new installments of fan-favorite shows, with the snowy season bringing back television’s most beloved characters. Audiences can sip their hot cocoa under warm blankets while watching stories unfold, whether it’s a heartfelt family tale, a tense teenage drama or a spicy reality show. Read on for the Daily Bruin’s TV recommendations that are sure to bring frosty fun all season long.
Q&A: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya discuss bringing 'Dune' to younger audiences - Daily Bruin
Sci-fi fans are in for some extra spice as “Dune” heats up the theater screens. Featuring a noteworthy cast including Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, the film is director Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of the beloved 1965 science-fiction novel of the same name.
73rd Primetime Emmy Awards embraces spirit of community, celebration
Kicking off the fall season in elegant black and gold, this year’s Emmy Awards brought an air of celebration to small screens far and wide. Relocated from the usual Microsoft Theater venue for the second year in a row, this year’s 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards were held at the L.A. Live entertainment complex. Award show host Cedric the Entertainer began his opening monologue wearing a fluffy bathrobe in a living room before reappearing in a snazzy floral suit on the awards stage.
Predictions: 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards
From powerful performances to freshly authentic writing, this year’s Emmy nominees have certainly earned their place on the ballot. While the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the production and filming process of numerous projects, it has simultaneously offered more time to watch television.
UCLA alumnus describes detailed production design of Emmy-nominated comedy 'Hacks' - Daily Bruin
Extravagant Vegas mansions painteverything from wealth to weakness in “Hacks.” The HBO Max comedy-drama follows the unexpected relationship between esteemed Las Vegas comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and her equally sarcastic millennial counterpart Ava (Hannah Einbinder) after the former unwillingly winds up hiring the latter in an attempt to appeal to a younger audience.
Student meshes real-world, imaginary elements in multidisciplinary design projects
Whether it’s invisible cities or still lifes of fruit,Sejun Park’s art depicts the real world – and createshis own. As a third-year design media arts student, Park specializes in art pieces that range from hyperrealistic designs to animated event flyers. Before joining the design media arts program, Park said his initial interest in artbegan whenhe started casually experimenting with photography in high school.
Movie review: 'Snake Eyes' is visually artistic, albeit predictable action flick - Daily Bruin
Not even giant anacondas and an all-powerful sun jewel can stop a heart of true honor. Based on the historic American toy and media franchise, “Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins” stars “Crazy Rich Asians” heartthrob Henry Golding in the titular role as he trades passionate romance for explosive action.
Film preview: Summer films bring an abundance of bright visuals, action scenes to life
As students bask in the summer sun, upcoming releases offer plenty of bright films to enjoy with family and friends. Whether viewers continue to watch from the comfort of their own homes or venture out into reopening theaters, this summer’s films promise to deliver a wide range of entertainment. From colorful sports animations to adventurous superhero flicks, the season’s highly anticipated movies are filled to the brim with vivid visuals and thrilling action scenes.
Marriage Pact comes to UCLA, hoping to pair students with their perfect match
With a 50-question survey, UCLA Marriage Pact pledges to find students’ perfect matches. Originally launched at Stanford University, Marriage Pact is a student-run organization that runs student responses to a one-time online survey through a matchmaking algorithm to find their single most compatible peer. The survey first launched for Bruins on April 13 and matches were released Sunday.
Student releases online platform for health support groups, patient resources
This post was updated April 4 at 5:44 p.m. Amid a strenuous year of social isolation, a new social media platform aims to create online support groups for patients. Kareena Garg, a third-year psychobiology student, recently launched Wrenity, a social media platform for patients to create and join online support groups. She said the site’s name was inspired by wrens, a bird species symbolizing strength, healing and unity.
‘WandaVision’ season 1 recap – episode 9: ‘The Series Finale’ - Daily Bruin
Warning: spoilers ahead. The walls of the Westview mirage are finally broken down, but the Scarlet Witch’s journey is far from over. After “WandaVision” delved deep into the sitcom genre previously untouched by the Marvel Cinematic Universe, its long-anticipated finale is filled to the brim with tense battles familiar to longtime fans.
‘WandaVision’ season 1 recap – episode 7: 'Breaking the Fourth Wall' - Daily Bruin
As Westview inches closer and closer to present time, its secrets are catching up with it. With last week’s episode of “WandaVision” leaving off with the town’s boundaries rapidly expanding – swallowing up the S.W.O.R.D. base and many of its agents – the series’ seventh installment picks up to show a distressed Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) as she loses more and more control over her reality.
Santa Monica drive-in offers movie experience with COVID-19 safety measures
A classic dinner and a movie date – but make it COVID-19 safe. In collaboration with local Santa Monica restaurants, WE Drive-Ins had its grand opening on Feb. 11 with a showing of the film “Minari,” which will screen until Feb. 25.Offering various dining options, the drive-in allows guests to order meals from restaurants like Mendocino Farms, Tocaya Organica and Tiato Kitchen + Market, which are then delivered to their car.
'WandaVision' season 1 recap – episode 5 - Daily Bruin
Warning: spoilers ahead. From a supernatural couple’s quarrel to a surprising interdimensional guest, “WandaVision’s” latest episode is a rollercoaster of emotions. The fifth installment of the series shifts back and forth between the original sitcom plot and the new S.W.O.R.D. storyline until the two worlds eventually collide.
Momo'z Berriez satisfies customers' sweet tooth with chocolate confections - Daily Bruin
Monique Fraile helps customers show their loved ones how berry much they love them. Since May, the fourth-year sociology student has been operating a gourmet dessert business on the Instagram page @momozberriez. While she specializes in making custom chocolate-covered strawberries, Fraile said she also creates treats like pastel colored berries, hot cocoa bombs and chocolate-covered Oreos.
‘WandaVision’ season 1 recap – episode 3 - Daily Bruin
Black and white pictures and ’60s style beehives are swapped for colorful blouses and sleek straight hair in “WandaVision” episode three, but the mystery remains. Released Friday, the latest episode of Marvel’s newest series picks up right where it left off in episode two – with the superhero couple suddenly expecting a baby.
Virtual costume contest held for transfer students to meet their peers
Zoom calls just got a whole lot spookier. The UCLA Office of the Transfer Student Representative held a virtual Halloween costume party open to all students Friday. Students dressed up and presented their costumes to the audience in hopes of winning a prize for the top three costumes. Instead of having a panel of judges, the winners were decided through a Zoom poll in which participants casted votes for their favorite costumes of the night.
'Filthy Rich' aims to modernize soap opera genre, explore family dynamics in South - Daily Bruin
The hidden scandals of a Southern evangelical family are coming to light in “Filthy Rich.” Fox’s new soap opera has been airing weekly since Sep. 21 as it follows the story of the Monreaux family, who live in New Orleans and own a popular Christian television network. When the family’s patriarch suddenly dies, his will reveals that he secretly had three illegitimate children, and when they come to retrieve their portion of the will, the drama ensues.
Music supervisor for Emmy-nominated 'Euphoria' discusses show's stylistic use of sounds - Daily Bruin
Music is not simply played in the background in “Euphoria,” it is a main character. The HBO show received six Emmy nominations in 2020, including outstanding music supervision for its season one finale episode. The show features a wide array of genres and artists from BTS to Donny Hathaway, along with an original score composed by singer-songwriter Labrinth.
Tribeca Drive-In series brings socially distanced entertainment to the big screen
Instead of watching football games at the Rose Bowl, crowds have gathered for a safer source of entertainment. The sports stadium has been transformed into a drive-in movie theater this month for the Tribeca Drive-In series.
Student's fundraising efforts can be chalked up to passion for sidewalk art - Daily Bruin
Elisa Bass is taking a popular quarantine activity to the next level with her artistic skills – all for a good cause. The second-year economics student recently started a chalk drawing business to raise funds for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Initially drawing her elaborate chalk pieces for neighbors and locals walking past her home, Bass began taking requests from her followers on Instagram.
Student learns lessons of competition in process of auditioning for 'American Idol'
A hopeful Bruin voice found herself auditioning for“American Idol” after posting her singing videos on social media. Among the many contestants who auditioned for the latest season of the singing competition is second-yearglobal jazz studies student Sophia Wackerman. Growing up, Wackermansaid she was constantly surroundedby music.
UCLA's Common Experience chooses podcast that explores LA gentrification
The population of over 45,000 people attending UCLA can be extremely overwhelming for many students. UCLA’s First Year Experience aims to bring students together despite this massive number through The Common Experience program, said First Year Experience coordinator Simone Jackson. Jackson said The Common Experience is a program that allows students to explore a specific title together, such as a book or TV show.
Student self-publishes children's book to broaden Asian American representation - Daily Bruin
Children’s books have told stories with heartwarming lessons for decades, but many have failed to include minorities. In 2018, 77% of characters depicted in children’s books were either white people or animals and objects, whereas only 7% were Asian orPacific Islander. Graduate student Angel Trazo said sheaims to address this lack ofdiversity in children’s publishing.
DiverseCity Tours takes students to cultural hubs around Los Angeles
Students can travel to locations ranging from Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Koreatown and Little Armenia for free. UCLA’s Cultural Affairs Commission provides free transportation to different cultural areas around Los Angeles under its DiverseCity Tours program. The program aims to take students out of the Westwood bubble and into various cultural hubs, where they can explore new places and experience the immense diversity the city has to offer.
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