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I decided to check out a variety of geeky activities that spanned the city to introduce people to geek culture and new spots in this sprawling city we call home.

Nineteen thousand feet up, 1:30 a.m. darkness, sub-zero temperatures and biting winds. Benjamin van Aken emerged exhausted from the depths of his sleeping bag. Miserable and cold, he began the final stage of his climb.

Angelenos take pride in their health, which means the greasy, breaded fish and creamy clam chowders of my native Seattle are hard to come by. But the city makes up for it with some fantastic raw seafood options, which I’ve trawled to find a few places worth trying.

While many musicals only influence the theater community, “Hamilton” has burst into mainstream pop culture with an unparalleled momentum. It has impacted musical theater as a genre, as well as the lives of audience members and fans.

The Word on Wednesday helps students build cultural awareness through listening to the experiences of their peers. Many regular attendees agree The Word provides students stuck in the UCLA bubble with a much-needed culture shock.