Thursday, July 2

Second Take: Controversy surrounding ‘PK’ should spark discussion, not censorship

While “The Interview” has been taking the internet world by storm, the release of another film an ocean away is stirring up a similar controversy. Bollywood blockbuster “PK,” released earlier in December, has resulted in nationwide protests in India and backlash from certain groups for its alleged criticism of Hinduism and for distastefully offending religious sentiments. Read more...

Photo: (Courtesy of UTV Motion Pictures)



arTistic Attention: TA Alessandra Amin meshes passions of art, teaching into her lessons

It’s easy to become disenchanted by weekly discussions, typically made mandatory by participation grades. But here in A&E;, we want to help UCLA students realize that teaching assistants are not only students themselves. Read more...

Photo: Hoping to become an art history professor, Alessandra Amin is a teaching assistant for classes such as Modern Art and Introduction to Arts of Africa. In her spare time, Amin writes comics that satirize art history. (Evaneet Sidhu/Daily Bruin)


Fashion Forward: Slogans make bold statements

The fashion industry is one that constantly evolves and pushes different boundaries every day. On the personal level, the world of fashion is also open to interpretation, giving individuals a chance to reflect their personal style. Read more...

Photo: Brandy Melville Westwood Sales Associates Maggie White (left) and Ali Paterson (right). (Aubrey Yeo/Daily Bruin senior staff)




Design | Media Arts students hold showcase ‘Half & Half’ to feature works

Christian Gimber's interactive installation is an orchestration of computer programming and physical sensors that give people a chance to try juggling a ball in the middle of a room that doesn't exist. Read more...

Photo: The UCLA Design | Media Arts undergraduate showcase will run through Jan. 29 at the New Wight Gallery in the Broad Art Center. (Daniel Alcazar/Daily Bruin)