“Us”: An Instant Psychological Classic
Joshua Mejia, Photo Intern
March 26, 2019
Filed under Culture
Jordan Peele delivers a masterful original horror thriller in his most recent film, “Us.” The film follows the Wilson family (Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke, Evan Alex, and Shahadi Wright Joseph) as they are vacationing on the beachfront of Santa Cruz. Adelaide Wilson (Lupita Nyong’o) is the matriarch...
Woke Black Folk: A One Woman Show
Joshua Letona, Contributing Writer
March 19, 2019
Filed under Culture
Last Thursday, Cal State LA presented “The Intersection: Woke Black Folk,” written and starring Funmilola Fagbamila. The show examines the complex differences in black political identities while also critiquing them. In the show, groups like the activists and academics are arguing over the suspicion...
Coffee and Friends
Mya Taylor, Advertisment Assistant
March 19, 2019
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Study Abroad is a program designed for students who are looking to travel the world while staying on their academic track. Cal State LA caters to the appeals of its students by offering an inviting, community-based studying abroad program for students of all backgrounds. On March 11th, 2019, Cal...
BSU Shows Out
Marissa Chavez, Digital Editor
March 19, 2019
Students at Cal State LA celebrated the black community at the first ever Show Up Show Out event this past Friday. During the event, the U-SU Plaza was home to vibrant performances that made the crowd get up and dance. The audience was given free food and allowed the opportunity to network within...
She Kills Opening Night
Joshua Letona, Intern Reporter
March 12, 2019
“She Kills Monsters” premiered as the first show of the spring semester at Cal State LA’s State Playhouse last Thursday night. As the audience entered the theater, 90’s music filled the room, setting the tone for the experience that awaited them. Set in 1995, Agnes Evans (Jessica Berón) discovers...
An Evening of Culture
Monica Tamayo, P.R. Assistant
March 5, 2019
Traditional dances, food and attire from around the globe filled the Golden Eagle Ballroom. The College of Professional and Global Education, in partnership with the International Student Organization, hosted the International Culture Night and Dinner on February 27. The event was created to celebrate...
Pixar Sparks New Tales
Anthony Karambelas, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2019
Filed under Culture
From the studio that brought you tear-jerking animations like Coco and Up, and blockbusting franchises like Cars, Monsters Inc., Toy Story and the Incredibles, now comes a more experimental arm of operations. Pixar’s new venture, SparkShorts, provides a new platform for its story artists to animate...
Dungeons and Dragons at the Playhouse
Joshua Letona, Contributing Writer
February 27, 2019
Filed under Culture
Cal State LA’s State Playhouse opens its doors for “She Kills Monsters”, a dramatic comedy, next week as the first show of the spring semester. Written by award-winning playwright Qui Nguyen, the story follows Agnes Evans (Jessica Berón) as she learns to cope with the loss of her geeky teenage...
The Perks of Study Abroad
Marissa Chavez, Digital Editor
February 18, 2019
Studying abroad can have a positive impact on an individual’s career and individual growth. Students can receive academic credits all while developing language skills and expanding their intellectual and cultural capabilities. The International Student Organization on campus has over 25 different...
Universal Studios Celebrates Lunar New Year
Monica Tamayo, PR Assistant
February 11, 2019
Filed under Culture
It is Lunar New Year at Universal Studios and they have taken to celebrate “Year of the Pig” in grand fashion from February 2 - 18. The movie-based theme park celebrates Lunar New Year by featuring a variety of fun activities make their way to the heart of the par: the Universal Plaza. Within...
University Celebrates The Year of the Pig
Marissa Chavez, Digital Editor
February 6, 2019
Filed under Arts, Culture, Newest
The Cross Cultural Centers (CCC) host an event on campus last Thursday to celebrate the Chinese New Year. The day included special performances, crafts, guest speakers and a variety of cultural food. Each year, many of the individuals who celebrate this tradition do not go to work or do any cleaning...
MLK Beneath the Surface
Joshua Letona, Intern Reporter
February 6, 2019
Cal State LA presented Martin Luther King Jr.: The King You Didn’t Know, exploring MLK beyond his notable work that has been considered for decades. The event was hosted by the program coordinator, Donovan Saddler, guiding the audience through open discussions alongside his two panelists, Dr. Fred...