Arts & Culture

Music and politics go hand-in-hand in 2018 Toni Morrison, the American novelist, once said, “The best art is political and you ought to be able to make it unquestionably political and irrevocably beautiful at the same time.” Music and politics have perpetually lived hand-in-hand, just as musicians have been involved in politics outside their music. […]

Directorial debuts that extend beyond the screen There is a unique feeling of excitement that accompanies walking into the theatre to watch a movie you have been eagerly waiting to see. Usually, by the time the movie comes out, the pressure is so high that it either ends up exceeding or disappointing whatever expectations you […]

Exploring options for plant-based Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is a time to appreciate the company of family, give thanks and enjoy a traditional American dinner. Popular dishes include turkey, ham, stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and more. Turkey is usually the main course at these meals across the country, which can complicate things for […]

Nine ideas to help keep up a fashion sense It’s that time of the year again, when it’s much too cold outside to even care about which sweater is being thrown on. Even though the winter season can diminish the pep in one’s step, there is no reason why it should dim wardrobes. The cold […]

Simple solutions to reinvent, transform leftovers Leftovers: the inevitable aftermath of Thanksgiving that can feel like déjà vu when one enters a food coma for days on end. Eating the same Thanksgiving meal for several days is something many look forward to doing. However, others need to spice things up in order to stick with […]

Homework and video games are unlikely duo, but not at UC Davis “Call of Duty: Black Ops 4” and “Red Dead Redemption 2” were both released in October and more video games, such as “Fallout 76” and “Battlefield V” are scheduled to release later this year. As the big game titles keep flowing in, 2018 […]

Melissa McCarthy’s movie portrayal brings a criminal to life “Can You Ever Forgive Me?” is a honest look into real-life writer Lee Israel’s criminal career in the 1990s. The film, directed by Marielle Heller, opens with a disheartened Israel, whose celebrity biographies were no longer turning a profit. Behind on rent and swamped with her […]

An evening with Julia Nunes On Nov. 7 at 7 p.m., my housemates and I hosted a living room concert for Julia Nunes, a musician with over 230,000 Youtube subscribers who is known for her heartfelt covers, incredible voice and talented songwriting. As the house bustled with excitement for Julia’s upcoming arrival and performance, the […]

Australian trio leaves memorable performance at Bill Graham On Nov. 6, San Francisco welcomed alternative electro-dance group Rüfüs Du Sol at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The performance was the eleventh stop on Rüfüs Du Sol’s Solace Tour. The city was the perfect backdrop for the minimalist sultry sound that established the group’s presence in […]

Fall production to feature compilation of musical staples In the basement of Wellman Hall there’s a cluster of undergrads singing their hearts out in preparation for the upcoming fall review: “Movie Musicals!” The small classroom does not stop them from running lines and practicing their choreography. With directions being shouted from the entrance of the […]

Bullet journaling benefits organization, mental health Every so often, internet fads and Pinterest trends actually have some merit and staying power. A few years ago, the term “bullet journal” began trending among hashtags and blog posts alike. However, these dotted notebooks have allowed for serious organizational and mental growth for those who actively use them, […]

A curated list of songs, advice for studying Everyone experiences those days where they just can’t wait for the weekend, and during midterm season, every day is one of those days. Here’s a few songs to get you through those late night study sessions.     “Ready to Start” — Arcade Fire The music drowns […]