Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year!
To our CCPA community, friends, and family, we hope you had a restful winter break and are excited for the upcoming semester. As we embrace new beginnings, we also turn our attention to the challenges Southern California is currently facing.
A message from Gordon Law, interim chair of CCPA.
Big news for food lovers! Vandelay Hospitality — the masterminds behind Hudson House and Jack & Harry’s — are bringing a Parisian Bistro Experience in Snider Plaza to life with their latest opening, Bar Sardine located in Snider Plaza by SMU. This intimate, moody bistro feels like a slice of Paris right in the heart of Dallas.
Adding to the allure is Executive Chef Elliot Azoulay, a culinary expert trained at École Ducasse in Paris. Chef Azoulay has come all the way from France to deliver an authentic Parisian Bistro Experience in Snider Plaza, complete with indulgent dishes that make every visit unforgettable.
Read more: Parisian Bistro Experience in Snider Plaza is Now Open!Are you excited about fashion on campus? Don’t miss the SMU LOOK magazine launch tomorrow from 12-2 p.m. in Hughes-Trigg Student Center.
Read more: SMU LOOK Magazine LaunchSMU LOOK is an award-winning student media organization that publishes a biannual print magazine. Beyond the magazine, LOOK has a social media presence on TikTok and Instagram, where student content creators discuss fashion trends on campus, trend forecasting and give fashion suggestions to viewers.
This year’s theme for the magazine is glamour– A feeling readers will experience as they turn each page. Readers can look forward to student polls, discussing popular sneakers seen around campus, closet spotlights of fellow Mustangs, fall/winter trend highlights, and an exclusive booking
Friendsgiving is a modern tradition that blends gratitude with good times. It invites us to gather our closest friends and indulge in hearty food, warm laughter, and unforgettable moments. This year, let’s elevate the celebration by gathering a delicious feast and discovering some of Dallas’s best spots to host your festive friends’ feast.
Reflecting on Thanksgiving reminds us of the special time to gather with friends and family, savor cherished recipes, and create lifelong memories. Beyond the festivities, it’s also a moment to pause and reflect on the past year, appreciating what we’re truly grateful for. As students, faculty, and staff celebrate and share their gratitude around the table, the CCPA Department takes this opportunity to reflect on the moments, accomplishments, and people that have made this year remarkable. Here are some reflections from the faculty: