Hollywood’s elite braved the uncharacteristically rainy weather in Los Angeles last night to walk to red carpet at the 87th annual Academy Awards. Everyone in attendance was dressed to impress, and quite a few talented actors received their first little golden statue. “Birdman” overwhelmingly dominated the awards show. The edgy dark-comedy took home best motion […]
Delicious Valentine’s Day Treats
February 12, 2015 by
Whether you are actually spending time with someone special or you’re watching Netflix alone, Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to eat a lot of sugar. So, I consulted the mecca of cutesy, crafty and creative recipes, Pinterest, for the best treats to make this weekend. Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Pops Chocolate covered strawberries are classic for Valentine’s, but […]
Grammy Awards: Recap
February 9, 2015 by
Another Sunday, another award show. However, The Grammy Awards, which aired its 57th annual ceremony last night, is always unlike the rest. Artists have free range to take risks and try something different on the red carpet; the majority of the show consists of musical collaborations and performances, and there are always a few surprises. Music’s biggest night […]
Students In Need Of A Good Night’s Sleep
February 6, 2015 by
For college students who strive to excel at school but still want a lively social life, you pretty much have to give up any semblance of a normal sleep schedule (especially if you’re a senior). Recent studies have suggested as many as 70 percent of college students are sleep deprived, according to research from the […]
Katy Perry Blew Away at Super Bowl Halftime
February 2, 2015 by
During the Super Bowl Media Day press conference last week, Katy Perry hinted her halftime performance would be “flaming hot,” and it literally was. The pop star began her performance sporting a costume covered in orange and red glittery flames while taking the reigns atop a massive, golden, bionic lion. This grand performance of her hit “Roar” […]
Tech’s International Film Series Opening Week
January 26, 2015 by
The Texas Tech International Film Series will begin its Spring 2015 season Tuesday night with a showing of “La Strada,” a 1954 Italian drama directed by cinema master Federico Fellini. IFS coordinator Robert Peaslee said in an email that the first film will be shown tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, located at 120 West […]
Screen Actors Guild Awards: Recap
January 26, 2015 by
The Screen Actors Guild Awards is the one night each year where actors get to dress up and celebrate their peers, actors in both television and film. The 21st annual award ceremony took place last night, and it did not disappoint with plenty of stunning red carpet looks and surprising wins. Hollywood’s finest sported gowns by some of […]
New Quiznos Gives Autistic Students Real-World Job Experience
January 26, 2015 by
James Pugh has had many different jobs over the years, but he admits to leaving most of them due to discrimination against his disability. “I don’t like to use the word ‘disability,’” said the 23-year-old student from St. Louis, Mo. “I say, ‘I’ve been diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome,’ but I don’t use it as a […]
Oscar Nominations, An Expert Analysis
January 21, 2015 by
Last Thursday morning, Hollywood’s finest rose early to turn on the TV, prepared to either pop open a bottle of Moet or weep in their overpriced mansion. Why? Nominations for the 2015 Academy Awards, an actor’s equivalent to the Super Bowl, were finally announced. The Oscars will not actually be held until Feb. 22, but the early announcements almost always spark […]
Parking Tickets Do Good
December 8, 2014 by
By Vanessa Ledesma and Nicole Crites This Christmas, students have the opportunity to make a child’s Christmas morning while also giving themselves a gift. Texas Tech and the U.S. Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots Foundation are combining efforts to host Toys for Tickets, a program that allows students to have an unpaid parking citation dismissed with the donation of a toy. […]
