Friday, April 19, 2024

Professor explores the work of a science fiction pioneer

The fourth floor of the Rivera Library was packed full of science fiction fans, both young and old, eager to hear the words of Dr. George Slusser. Dr. Slusser, who is a comparative literature...

Policing and Protest in the UC System & Beyond

The last event in the “Speak Out!” series, “The Symposium on Policing and Protest in the UC System & Beyond - Part 2” took place at the University Theatre on Friday, May 25. Each...

Campus Cope: Choosing a career: dreams vs. reality

Choosing a career is never as cut-and-dry as it seems. No matter how much something catches your eye, it doesn't mean it's the most practical job choice. Practicality against genuine enjoyment is the main...

Make your summer sweet with these three summer treats!

  Lighten up your summer with this creamy, versatile treat — with no guilt included. Courtesy of Flickr Banana Ice Cream Banana ice cream is a newly popular phenomenon that allows you to eat your favorite frozen dessert...

The Digital World with Ryan Simon: Guild Wars 2 Preview: It’s Beautiful

When it comes to PC gaming, massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs) dominate the market. It’s actually a little ridiculous just how many different MMORPGs are available to play. “World of Warcraft” (WOW), “Rift,”...

The 21 and Over Club: Area 51

Probing Area 51 Aliens have landed in Riverside, and while they didn’t probe anyone, they did leave behind some tasty beers. Area 51 Craft Brewery is just one of the many new breweries popping up...

Beyond Litchfield: Actresses share industry advice, laughs at UCR

Students packed into Hub 302 to spend an evening with actresses Lea "Big Boo" DeLaria and Jackie "Flaca" Cruz from the critically acclaimed Netflix series, “Orange Is the New Black.” The discussion was moderated...

Highlander Diaries: Elections

Elections have come and gone and we must say “au revoir” to the tediously covered and highly controversial campaign that comprised of the first female presidential candidate of a major party and an unexpected...

Shane Ortega speaks on activism and personal experiences at “No One Left Behind”

For almost 10 years Shane Ortega has served as an influential figure in the LGBT community. Ortega has been on the forefront of advocacy; he was extremely influential in the repeal of “Don’t Ask,...

Peter Ajoku writes a song for UCR

It’s homecoming week, a couple of hours before Heat is to begin. Finally, the majority of students are staying in Riverside for the weekend. The men’s basketball game is filled with fans shouting on...