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6 Valentine’s Date Ideas in Los Angeles
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
1. Perch: Enjoy a beautiful view of Los Angeles with fine French gourmet dining at the Perch. Their menu offers a variety of dishes like “Filet Mignon au Poivre” and “Steak-Frites.” They also have a variety of wines and hand-crafted cocktails.
5 Cafes to Study in DTLA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
One of my favorite local coffee houses, Groundwork Coffee makes you feel like you’re lounging in your own living room. My favorite drink is the chai latté with their very own homemade whipped cream. If you’re looking for an extra kick of caffeine ask for the “dirty chai.” For some powerfood try one of their salads or my personal favorite is the toasted ham and cheese croissant…
Style Guru: Lauren Black
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
I’ve always known what I’ve wanted to do—become a fashion editor. My love of fashion came from reading stacks and stacks of magazines when I was young, and that turned into following blogs and editorial websites as the industry expanded. More so than reading, though, I’ve also loved writing. So I actually started off as a Print and Digital Journalism major but felt that studying PR would give me better access to the kinds of fashion opportunities that exist in Los Angeles, and it definitely has…
6 Must See Museums (Free Jan. 30)
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
The Broad has been flooding social media feeds everywhere with photos of it’s modern architecture and contemporary art displays. A must-see is the infinity mirror room. For a slideshow of artworks you can expect to see click here.
10 Clubs to Check Out at USC
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Didn’t get a chance to make it to the Spring Involvement Fair? No problem! Here’s a peek into what you missed:
6 Back to School Items You Need
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
1. Notebooks: This Spring try something with a pop of color. If you’re looking for something fun and different check out Bando’s array of inspirational and floral notebooks. If you prefer something sleek and simple, check out Urban Outfitter’s marble journal.
5 Events in LA to Celebrate the New Year
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Welcome 2016 with thousands of Angelenos at a free event hosted by The Grand Park and the Music Center. The event will consist of three music stages, two interactive projections, large art installations, a photo booth and a variety of food vendors. For more information about the event check here…
Battle of the Bands at Tommy Trojan
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
This fall the Performing Arts Committee hosted Battle of the Band’s. The three competing bands were Mark Adam and the Fine Fellas, Heartwood, and Gypsum.
Behind the Scenes at Conquest
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Performances by I LOVE MAKONNEN and Miguel, the traditional burning of the bear and a firework show were just a few of the highlights from this year’s CONQUEST. Here is a behind the scenes look into the fun filled event that took place last week.
5 Healthy Joints in DTLA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Don’t let finals week take a toll on your health. Here is a curated list of my favorite healthy joints in DTLA that will have you feeling refreshed and focused.
Stay Calm and Fight On
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
1. Pull Yourself Together: Gather your thoughts and tell yourself you can do this…