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A cook garnishes a dish at Cocha on Feb. 20, 2017.

Cocha combines international flavors with traditional Southern cuisine

By Abbie Shull March 1, 2017

The newest addition to the downtown Baton Rouge restaurant scene, Cocha, offers an international take on traditional Southern cuisine. Saskia Spanhoff and Enrique Pinerua opened Cocha last December. The...

The 89th Annual Academy Awards, held Feb. 26, were full of surprises, including an infamous mix-up with the award for Best Picture. 

89th Oscars ceremony full of surprises

By Abbie Shull February 28, 2017

In an unprecedented turn of events, the 89th Annual Academy Awards ended with the wrong film being announced as best picture.All the night’s other surprises were overshadowed when “Moonlight”...

Author Emily Beck Cogburn holds her recently published book "Ava's Place" on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017, in the Student Union.

YMCA fitness instructor publishes second novel

By Corrine Pritchett February 28, 2017

After years of dedication, a Baton Rouge author had her novel “Ava’s Place” published by Kensington Books in January. Emily Beck Cogburn works as a YMCA group fitness instructor,...

The historic Krewe of Thoth rolled through uptown New Orleans on Sunday, celebrating its 70th anniversary. Floats featured food and drinks and the riders wore chef hats.

Historic Krewe of Thoth rolled through New Orleans, takes a unique route

By Corrine Pritchett February 27, 2017

The historic Krewe of Thoth parade took place in New Orleans this Sunday — Thoth Sunday — and was a blast for not only the riders, but also those in the crowd. The parade route began on Tchoupitoulas...

Emma Stone was awarded the Academy Award for Best Actress in a leading role at the 89th Oscars ceremony. 

89th Oscars: Red carpet fashion hits and misses

By Corrine Pritchett February 27, 2017

The 89th Annual Academy Awards ceremony was held this Sunday and the red carpet was scattered with many beautiful gowns and interesting looks. The gorgeous Emma Stone, who won an Oscar for her leading...

For Honor, a third-person action fighting game, was released Feb. 14.

For Honor is a refreshing, competitive game

By Jay Cranford February 24, 2017

Ubisoft Montreal’s new weapon based brawler, For Honor, is an enjoyably punishing game. Following in the path of recent games such as Chivalry: Medieval Warfare and Mount & Blade, For Honor attempts...

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Mardi Gras break guide for non-parade goers

By Rachel Rathle February 24, 2017

Not everyone thrives on the constant party that is Mardi Gras. The drunk parade goers are without a doubt the life of the party, but who said the party couldn’t begin and end with Netflix and a Coca-Cola? “I...

"The Great Wall," starring Matt Damon, Tian Jing and Willem Dafoe, tells the story of European mercenaries who become involved in a fight against monstrous creatures. The film was released Feb. 17. 

Rev Ranks: “The Great Wall” a failure, incredibly forgettable

By Abbie Shull February 23, 2017

Matt Damon’s attempt to become an action hero once more with “The Great Wall” is a failure. STARS: 2/5 The film was initially plagued by bad press when audiences thought the film had...

Ellen Prager, a former University PhD student, consulted on Disney's "Moana," helping them realistically depict the ocean.

Former University student a consultant for Disney’s “Moana”

By Rachel Rathle February 23, 2017

The creators of Disney’s “Moana” wanted a consultant to help them realistically depict the ocean for the film. With many questions as to how the ocean worked and what it looked like under...

Festival goers enjoy the second and last day of Buku Music + Art Project on Saturday, Mar. 12, 2016 at Mardi Gras World in New Orleans.

Louisiana on the brink of unique festival season

By Kennedi Walker| @kennedibw February 22, 2017

Louisiana is well known for its festivals. A huge tourist attraction, people come from near and far to experience the music, food and atmosphere. The state’s famous and well-loved festivals include...

"It Ain't Me," released Feb. 16 by Kygo, features pop sensation Selena Gomez. The song is about a loving relationship that led to a fallout. 

Rev Ranks: Gomez finds closure with “It Ain’t Me”

By Corrine Pritchett February 22, 2017

“It Ain’t Me,” a recent release by electronic producer Kygo, features pop sensation Selena Gomez. STARS: 4/5 The song, released Feb. 16, seems to be about Gomez’s ex-boyfriend Justin...

Adam Levine, lead singer of Maroon 5, is shown here at a performance in Hong Kong. The band's latest single, "Cold," was released Feb. 14. 

Rev Ranks: “Cold” devastating yet uplifting

By Rachel Rathle February 21, 2017

Maroon 5’s “Cold” featuring Future was released Feb. 14, and it’s proving to be another hit. STARS: 5/5 “Cold” is acting as a preview for Maroon 5’s sixth album....