Graphic Courtesy of Chad Jimenez After numerous mountain lion sightings on campus this semester, perhaps you have had some difficulty grappling with the university's advice to "fight back" in the unlikely event of a mountain lion attack. Surely the option to curl up into the fetal position is a viable one if confronted by a surly and wild feline, but there are nobler deaths … [Read more...] about Songs to Listen to While You Anticipate a Mountain Lion Sighting or Brawl
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Tri Delta Supports Self-Love
Photos by Moni AvilaThe ladies of Delta Delta Delta sorority hosted a movement on campus to promote self-love and positivity surrounding body image known as "Tri-Love Week" Feb. 13-17.Held during the same week as Valentine's Day, "Tri-Love Week" was dedicated to reminding students of their own self-worth and guiding them toward healthy self-perception through a variety of … [Read more...] about Tri Delta Supports Self-Love
Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Image Courtesy of 20th Century FoxThe 89th Academy Awards, or "Oscars," are right around the corner on Feb. 26, and that means that the awards season of recognizing many films, actors, actresses, directors, etc., is almost over."Hidden Figures" has been one of those recognized films. This film is especially significant because it's a mainstream, Oscar-nominated film that … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Beloved Community Hosts Open Mic Night
Photos by Channa SteinmetzPepperdine’s student-run organization, Beloved Community, held their first open mic night Friday, Feb.17 in the Sandbar. Students were welcomed by warm coffee, cupcakes, upbeat music and a call to conversation. Performances ranged from singing to spoken word, and afterward, the mic was open to anyone who had a thought or story to share.Student … [Read more...] about Beloved Community Hosts Open Mic Night
Artist Corner: Maya Lal
Photos Courtesy of Maya LalShe was 2 years old when she began to paint. Her first project was to draw raindrops in her preschool class. Without question, she made her piece as colorful as possible, disregarding the fact that raindrops aren’t multi-colored. Her teacher quickly took notice, and three years later she started taking art classes, feeling right at home.The … [Read more...] about Artist Corner: Maya Lal