Monday, June 30

UCLA musicians maximize newfound time by pursuing new projects, art forms

Though the world may be on pause, musicians play on. In a world in isolation, UCLA musicians – students and alumni alike – continue to hone their craft. Read more...

Photo: UCLA students and alumni have been branching out into new areas of music and honing their skills in order to express themselves and their thoughts during quarantine. (Naveed Pour/Daily Bruin)



Silver Screen Psychology: While some films explore schizophrenia sensitively, others perpetuate stereotypes

Mental health is explored extensively in popular media, from unsettling character studies like “Joker” to lighthearted family flicks such as “Inside Out.” But while some portrayals successfully shine a light on mental health conditions, others merely perpetuate stigmas and stereotypes. Read more...

Photo: (Courtesy of Universal Studios)


English Fiat Lux classes center around understanding, studying COVID-19’s impacts

Finally, English courses where students can study viral memes and TikTokdance challenges. The UCLA English department is currently offering three Fiat Lux courses centered around COVID-19. Read more...

Photo: UCLA’s English Department has created three new Fiat Lux classes for spring quarter, each focusing on a different facet of the pandemic’s effects. One class explores social media and advertising, while another takes a more literary approach with Albert Camus’ “The Plague.” (Daily Bruin file photo)




Alumna talks meaning of success in lighthearted rom-com, sci-fi first novel

Suzanne Park said her Korean American parents expected her to one day become a doctor – instead, she became a writer. During her second year at Columbia University, the alumna found herself in an elevator with a cadaver during an internship and reconsidered her career trajectory. Read more...

Photo: Alumna Suzanne Park was originally pursuing a medical career. But after finding her comedic voice while touring her stand-up comedy, she decided to channel it into writing. (Courtesy of Joanna Degeneres)