Victor Rivera will cut his vegetarian holiday poultry, dig his spoon in vegan stuffing and treat himself to some egg and dairy-free pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. Read more...

Photo: Fourth-year psychology student Victor Rivera published a vegan Thanksgiving menu on his blog “Vegan Power Training” to help explain the vegan lifestyle. Rivera said he got the idea for the blog after he realized that some people believe vegans can’t train for strength and do bodybuilding. (Owen Emerson/Daily Briun senior staff)

Nikita Bichitty launches into the powwow arena, her steps aligning with the rhythmic drumming and spirited chants, woven fabric flowing from her outstretched arms. Bichitty, now a third-year anthropology student, has traded in her SoCal jeans and T-shirts for colorful Navajo dresses since she was in elementary school. Read more...

Photo: Third-year anthropology student Nikita Bichitty will participate in the American Indian Students fashion show for Native Heritage Week. At the fashion show, Bichitty will feature attire for Fancy Shawl, a traditional Navajo powwow dance. (Keila Mayberry/Daily Bruin staff)

In the 1980s, Marla Williams was resting outside Campbell Hall after a long day of classes when she received a furry surprise­ in her backpack. A fearless squirrel had snuck its way inside and began to rummage through her belongings. Read more...

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As night descends, comedians present jokes in a parking lot about fatherless children and the weirdness of babies. “The hardest part about being raised by a single mom is having to keep away guys that keep hitting on her. Read more...

Photo: After watching dance teams practice in parking lots, third-year English student Nathan Mosher (top) and third-year computer science student Austin Nasso were inspired to co-create the Roadkill Comedy Show. The group hosts stand-up comedy performances in Parking Structure 7 twice a month. (Bailey Greene/Daily Bruin)