Photo courtesy of junior Macy Scruggs When junior Sergio Velazquez sat down in the tattoo parlor, he wasn’t thinking about how it would impact his career path, or what people would think of when they saw him. He was thinking about his family. A rising college sophomore at the time, Velazquez was getting ready to embark on his journey to Buenos Aires, where he would be away … [Read more...] about Students Consider Body Modifications and Career Opportunities
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Pepperdine Provides a Breeding Ground for Instagram Influencers
Photo courtesy of Amelia EdmondsonPepperdine is home to the beach, SunLife and, more recently, Instagram influencers.Instagram influencers are people who have a large enough following and engagement to influence their followers, according to USA Today. Influencers from all over make the drive to Malibu to pose at Nobu, Malibu Farm or El Matador State Beach for content, but at … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Provides a Breeding Ground for Instagram Influencers
Explore the Unknown
Art by Ally ArmstrongEntering the twelfth week of the semester, students have a strong sense of their routines. In the predictable rhythm of the day to day, it is easy to grow complacent. This complacency causes the days to rush by in a monochromatic blur.Without even meaning to, people tend to settle into comfortable ruts, which consequently diminishes their productivity and … [Read more...] about Explore the Unknown
Landing a Summer Internship
Photo courtesy of Seaver CollegeOne of the biggest competitions that college students face is securing an internship. The race consists of resume writing and tailoring, cover letter coherence and cleverness, as well as the ability to show skills over experience. Yeneba Smith, an industry specialist at Pepperdine Career Center who has over eight years of professional resume … [Read more...] about Landing a Summer Internship
Q&A With L.A. Based Musician & Artist Suede Silver
Photo courtesy of Suede SilverWhether you have heard his California beachside-infused tunes, seen his works of art, or even witnessed different posters with his signature around campus, Los Angeles native and Pepperdine University alumnus Suede Silver is the newest creative to make his mark on the West Coast.After graduating from the university, Suede embraced his creativity … [Read more...] about Q&A With L.A. Based Musician & Artist Suede Silver