The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

Music for the Masses: CSULA Students Love Scenario with K-pop.

Xavier Zamora and Anne To October 11, 2023

Tables were packed in the U-SU Los Angeles Rooms with students all with a single interest, K-pop.    “K-pop fan culture is like a little thing of its own,” said CSI student assistant Andrea...

6 albums to fall for this season

Erik Adams, Multimedia Reporter November 14, 2022

The leaves may not change color in Los Angeles during the fall season, but the playlists might. Brisk temperatures, rainy days, gusts of wind; now that the season is in full effect, things might be...

graphic on students studying while listening to music.

Students discuss the soundtracks to their study sessions

Erik Adams, Multimedia Reporter November 13, 2022

An hour remains before a big assignment is due. Completing the task will take determination, focus, hard work and, of course, Mozart’s “Requiem” playing loudly through a pair of headphones. “That’s...

Emily and Erin standing together for a photo.

Two tuneful teenagers thrive at Cal State LA

Skye Connors, Intern Reporter November 6, 2022

Walking around the sunny campus grounds of Cal State LA, you've passed thousands of fellow Golden Eagles on their way to class. Chances are, you’ve strolled through the music building courtyard on a...

Black and White photo of Juan Lopez rocking out with his guitar.

Highland Park guitarist: Neighborhood populations evolve over time. What matters is how people work together

Adrian Leal, Community News Reporter September 27, 2022

In the 20-plus years guitarist Juan Lopez has lived in Highland Park, he has seen it shift from an art and cultural hub to a community that sometimes “lacks appreciation of its long-standing culture.” Lopez...

Woman with red handkerchief on her head sits at soundboard with many buttons.

Twixxy: From homelessness to newfound success

Stepanie Sical, Community News Reporter December 21, 2021

She grew up in the San Fernando Valley, her parents separating when she was young and the family becoming homeless at times. Now, she is a rising star in the local music scene,  goes by the name, Twixxy,...

Stage illuminating with purple and pink lighting and fire with singer in the foreground

SoCal Nigerian community and fans enjoy Burna Boy at the Hollywood Bowl

Erik Adams, Community News Reporter November 9, 2021

A funk-laden groove and fiery background stage graphic came to a sudden halt. He waited for a few beats then said: “For those of you who don’t know, they call me Burna Boy.”  The audience’s...

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