Wednesday, February 4



Book review: Biography of Lin-Manuel Miranda provides insight, realistic depiction to readers

This post was updated Sept. 24 at 9:39 p.m. Daniel Pollack-Pelzner’s biography of Lin-Manuel Miranda is an absolute win for “Hamilton” enthusiasts, artists and those curious about education. Read more...

Photo: Shown is the cover of Daniel Pollack-Pelzner’s newest biography of Lin-Manuel Miranda. Pollack-Pelzner interviewed more than 150 people for the biography and even interviewed Miranda himself a dozen times. (Courtesy of Simon and Schuster)


Gamers without Labels helps members level up through community, mentorship

Gamers without Labels is leveling up UCLA’s gaming community. Since its founding in January 2023, the organization has promoted an inclusive space for historically marginalized genders in gaming, said founding board member Thuyen Tran. Read more...

Photo: Shown are members of Gamers without Labels standing outside the Riot Games office. The club attended a tour of the office organized by a UCLA alumnus – one of several professional development events the club hosts. (Courtesy of Jillian Farley)


UCLA Girl Gains builds strength, community with fitness events, group workouts

Girl Gains is working on uplifting UCLA’s female gymgoers. Girl Gains is a national women’s health and fitness organization with chapters at multiple campuses including UCLA. Read more...

Photo: UCLA Girl Gains flexes for a picture after a workout session with Sweat 60. The women’s fitness and wellness club holds numerous collaboration events with local LA organizations. (Courtesy of Sweat 60)



Book review: R.F. Kuang’s ‘Katabasis’ combines logic, theory with captivating story of growth

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:59 p.m. Warning: Spoilers for R.F. Kuang’s “Katabasis” ahead. “Katabasis” is an intriguing book for academics but possibly a challenging journey for casual readers. Read more...

Photo: Shown is the cover of R.F. Kuang’s latest novel, “Katabasis.” The story follows two graduate students’ journey to hell to save their professor. (Courtesy of HarperCollins Publishers)



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