Author Archive for David Xie
Disney and Marvel Team Up
REACTIONS: Disney acquires Marvel Comics in a strategic deal that will benefit both companies.
They Might Be . . . Kids?
GEEKERY: They Might Be Giants’ new kid’s album combines science with fun indie-pop that the whole family can enjoy.
Sweet Victory Awaits at Midnight
Student film group Midnight Society beat out Incredulous Marshmallow Productions and Porkchop Sandwiches among others to take home best picture in the 5th Annual 24-Hour Mad Film Dash. Hosted by the UC Irvine Computerstore, the event gives students the chance to write, produce and direct their own short films. The competition had a large turnout with 50 films; 25 of the films were screened at the festival.
KUCI Fund Drive Raises $8,500
BROADCAST: UC Irvine’s radio station fails to make average in fundraising this year to support staff.
Lost In ‘The Forbidden Kingdom’
Plot, character development completely unnecessary for film co-starring Jet Li and Jackie Chan.
Sea Anemone Venom Can Treat Autoimmune Diseases
HEALTH: UC Irvine researchers collaborate to develop treatment for physiological diseases.
Reporter Discusses Barry Bonds Steroid Scandal
A reporter for the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN), Mark Fainaru-Wada, came to UC Irvine on Thursday, March 6, to discuss the post-publishing experience of his New York Times-best-selling book, “Game of Shadows.”
Professors Reveal Official Grading Histories
ACADEMICS: Web site compiles 13 million grades from 44 Calif. campuses and allows student feedback.
