Gabby Siskind Staff Writer Jennifer Lopez announced she will partner with Walden Media to make a film version of the popular children’s computer game, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?, according to Deadline Hollywood. Although there is speculation as to whether Lopez will play the main character, she is officially attached as a co-producer. [...]
Emily Marshall Contributing Writer Cuba may be a ways away from UMD, but at the corner of 9th St. and G St. anyone can spend a night on a Havana street. Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar’s high ceilings, cobblestone floors, and Cuban architecture allow patrons to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere indoors. Chef-Partner Guillermo Pernot [...]
Rachel Rosenthal Contributing Writer Racial diversity in fashion is still an unrelenting issue although the industry is consistently tasked with expanding and defending its narrow view of beauty. Over the past two to three years, plus-size female models like Crystal Renn, Marquita Pring, and Robyn Lawley have conquered high-fashion magazine covers, ad campaigns and runways. [...]
Emily Marshall Contributing Writer Whether you are looking to dance or listen, there are various authentic Latin clubs as close as Baltimore, Annapolis, or Washington, D.C. Latin Palace, which is in Baltimore, is equipped with a large dance floor and plays music ranging from salsa and merengue to bachata and reggaeton. The club also offers [...]
Kirsty Groff Staff Writer For students young and old, for experienced dancers and for people who have never heard of a ball-change or box step before, for people of all races and ethnicities – the University of Maryland Salsa Club allows any student to come out and dance with their peers once a week. Located [...]
Rachel Rosenthal Contributing Writer From Lauren Conrad to Jennifer Lopez, the latest trend among celebrities is not only to have an eponymous fashion line but also to have it affordable and accessible to all. Modern Family star and Colombian beauty Sofia Vergara unveiled her own new line of clothing in early September introducing her personal [...]
Gabby Siskind Contributing Writer When one thinks of celebrities, the first things that come to mind are the movies they act in, the songs they sing, their expensive mansions and elaborate parties. However, these Latina celebrities have put their fame to good use by contributing to many charities throughout the country and the world. Eva [...]
Kirsty Groff Contributing Writer Her character began as snarky cheerleader whose purpose on FOX’s hit television show “Glee” was to play sidekick to head cheerleader Quinn Fabray. With the show now into its third season, 24-year-old Naya Rivera has brought Santana Lopez into the spotlight as a vocal powerhouse struggling to come to terms with [...]
David Oliver Contributing Writer Turn on your television set. Flip through the channels. What do you find in common with each individual network? Stereotypes. Stereotypes permeate the airwaves on television today, whether one is watching stand-up comedy, a cooking show or a sitcom. However, the real question is, why do these stereotypes exist, and if [...]
Sarah Siguenza Contributing Writer When President Obama proclaimed Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to be Hispanic Heritage month, he praised the culture, saying, “Hispanics have had a profound and positive influence on our country through their strong commitment to family, faith, hard work, and service.” The statement’s validity is extremely evident when referring to two [...]