Photo courtesy of Mika Inoue At 3:36 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, a smoke detector went off on the second floor of Towers. Students were evacuated and LA County Fire Department was dispatched. Residents were let back into the building after a brief inspection. DPS found that the source of the smoke was a burned out […]
Let’s Erase Athletic Stereotypes
I wouldn’t be doing my job if I didn’t confront some sort of stereotype this week. While I’ve done my fair share of addressing grievances of minority groups in America, I have done little to explore the labels assigned to celebrated groups on campus — especially athletes. While most of us realize that the image […]
Pump Up the Protein!
Want to know a secret ingredient that will provide valuable nutrients, make you feel full longer and help you lose weight? I’m talking about protein! The benefits of protein are endless, and not just for athletes. Most Americans don’t have nearly enough proteins in their diets. Authority Nutrition estimates that the average woman needs about 46 […]
It’s Time to Stop Talking About Fifty Shades of Grey
I don’t know about you, but according to my humble observation, the weekend of Valentine’s Day definitely got 50 shades darker. I am not referring to the hoards of vulture-like singles waiting for Feb. 15’s chocolate sales, nor am I referring to the actual film release. I am referring to the fact that everyone seems […]
Stay on Track with Fitness Apps
There’s an app for that! In addition to filtering photos and listening to music, apps can be a great way to stay on track with your health and fitness goals. There really is an app for everything including your diet and weight loss goals. Pepperdine junior Brenna Ardron says she loves using applications to enhance […]
Hannah Choe, A Day in the Life
Photo by Jenna Aguilera Along with undertaking the expected busy schedule of a college student, junior Hannah Choe also deals with disabilites. Choe was diagnosed with Albinism. Since she was born she has been visually impaired, which is a side effect of the albinism. She wore glasses from when she was three-years-old to when she […]
Fashion in Flight: Dance In Flight’s Costume Design
Photos by Jenna Aguilera If dance is considered an art form, what happens when art becomes a part of the dance? This year’s Dance in Flight showcased famous art pieces such as Monet’s “Water Lilies”, Leonardo de Vinci’s “Vitruvian Man”, and many others from various eras, according to the DIF program. “I think if you […]
Nam Knows Best: What Classrooms Smell Like Post-Break
Unless you are Buddy the Elf, you are probably a little relieved that the season of holidays is now over. Don’t get me wrong, I definitely think that the holiday season is one of the most wonderful times of the year. Also, I may or may not have dreamt of being Cindy Lou-Who from that […]
Love It or Hate It, We All Do It: Self-Promotion
Like my status. Then, watch my YouTube video. Check out my photography blog. Read my article. And above all, like my status. Just like it, it won’t hurt you. Make me feel popular, come on, make me feel funny and appreciated for my witty commentary that is most likely a run-on sentence about how loud […]
Dating or Discriminating?
“I’m just not attracted to Asian men,” she says. “But to each their own, right?” I freeze. This is hardly like preference towards ice cream flavors, I think. This is personal. However, upon second thought, even when it comes to ice cream flavors American polls consistently show preference towards vanilla. In her attempt to make […]
