Friday, September 26, 1997 Film defines identity of a diverse Asian America FILM: Artist canvasses nation to measure cultural mix By William Li Daily Bruin Contributor Standing in front of the Statue of Liberty, Renee Tajima-Pena begins with a voice-over: "To tell you the truth, I never would have been born if it wasn’t for a mob of Asian-haters." This first line of narration from Tajima-Pena’s new documentary film, "My America … or honk if you love Buddha" sounds a lot like an opening for another radical white-bashing diatribe, doesn’t it? Read more...

Friday, September 26, 1997 A&E Briefs ARTS: O’Bannon appearing on TV Ex-UCLA basketball team captain Ed O’Bannon will make an appearance as himself in an episode of "Unhappily Every After." O’Bannon will be the professional commentator for one of Ryan’s (Kevin Connolly) games. Read more...

Friday, September 26, 1997 Center of the World CPA: UCLA’s Center for the Performing Arts boasts a fall season of eclectic entertainment from Australia, Africa, Vietnam and the good old U.S.A. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Upbeat sounds of ska carve niche in music mainstream TRENDS: Reggae-flavored genre loses underground status as popularity rises By Tim Yun Daily Bruin Contributor After years of toiling in the underground/independent record scene, it appears that ska music has finally arrived, finding its niche in the music world. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Steppin’ displays form of unity within African American groups DANCE: Fraternities, sororities use tradition to create a fellowship By Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Senior Staff It was at the Olympics in Atlanta. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Life’s drama sets theatrical stage AIDS: Plays documenting tragedy aim to help heal and educate audiences By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff The things Ronald Dennis has seen. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Playhouses stage variety of cultural performances THEATER: By Alicia Cheak Daily Bruin Contributor If, like most students, you line up an hour before curtain call for rush tickets to a performance at the Ahmanson or the Shubert Theater, chances are the price is dirt cheap. Read more...