Art by Vivian HsiaA failure is a success in my eyes.Fear of failure is oftentimes less about the act of failing and more about the consequences of failing — it is a fear of criticism, embarrassment and looking like a “loser," according to VeryWell Mind.When people fail, they do not lose all chances at success, but they do risk changing how others perceive them, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Flaunt Your Failures
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Elizabeth Chung: Leading With Love
Photo by Milan LoiaconoFor junior international business major Elizabeth Chung, the ideology of feminism is much more than bringing a voice to women — it's about creating harmony between all individuals, regardless of gender. Chung said this is something she learned from her mother."She taught me a lot about leadership," Chung said. "It's not always about you being the … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Chung: Leading With Love
Looking at Race Through a Sociological Lens
Art by Samantha MillerRace is a complex social construct. The biological concept of race is deeply rooted in genetics. Sociology is a more effective approach to explore the idea of race without boundaries.The classroom is the perfect place for Pepperdine students to begin to integrate the complexities of genetics and how people perceive race.Race is separate from ethnicity in … [Read more...] about Looking at Race Through a Sociological Lens
Light Saves Lives
It is time for society to focus its efforts on pain remedies that do not lead to addiction. This is necessary, especially in the United States, where opioid addiction has reached an all-time high. In fact, "more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on [them]", as reported by in an article by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.It is important for … [Read more...] about Light Saves Lives
Staff Editorial: Celebrities are not Voices of Truth
Art by Ally Armstrong In today’s instant society, it is unquestionable that celebrities and influencers alike hold power to sway the opinions of a crowd. With Malibu being a celebrity hot-spot, our campus and community is no exception to this influence. It is each person's responsibility, however, to educate themselves on such publicized matters in order to discover their … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Celebrities are not Voices of Truth