The past two years have not been easy, especially for students who have experienced COVID-19 and had to keep with classes. COVID-19 brain fog has been a big part of this as it is making students lose motivation.
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Jackie Ferrari Gives Insight on High Performance Habits
Jackie Ferrari speaks out on high performance habits she learned from a mentor. Her advice is to be accountable and focus on quality over quantity when being productive.
Jaibir Nihal Singh: The Night Owl, The Rebel
Some work better to the crow of the early bird, others to the hoot of the night owl. India native Jaibir Nihal Singh fights against the stigma surrounding night owls in America.
There is No Such Thing as Having No Time
As busy college students, it’s easy to shrug off opportunities for growth and connection by citing lack of time, though that’s hardly ever the real reason.
Think Ahead to the Summer
Art by Ally Armstrong As the school year nears the end, students can almost taste the sweetness of crossing that finish line and leaping into their hard-earned summertime of relaxation and rejuvenation. Many students will drive or fly home, rest, hang out with their family and friends and spend most, if not all, of their […]
Stop Being Busy
Art by Peau Porotesano “I’m so busy,” is a phrase spoken at Pepperdine many times a day. Students often complain about their overbooked schedules and a hundred different exams. Yet, at the same time, many students still find time to watch hours of Netflix and go out with friends regularly. While some people really do […]
Students, Librarians Give Feedback on Payson Renovations
Students share their feedback, reactions and favorite study spaces when discussing the new Payson library. Both students and librarians share why the library has been a success.
Don’t Study in Bed
Graphic by Nate Barton It’s very important that students find a good place where they can study and be productive. Some people like the library, others like their rooms. However, research has found that studying in bed can be unhealthy. Some of the reasons why studying or getting work done in bed could be disadvantageous […]
Bringing Fall to Malibu
Courtesy of Spotify For those returning from colder regions, fall seems to be merely an extension of summer rather than the brisk, colorful season many know and love. In an effort to bring Fall to Malibu, here is a playlist full of acoustic melodies to listen to while cranking out the last few projects before […]
In Defense of a Leisurely Pace
Art by Peau Porotesano My sister is the slowest eater I know. She has a knack for taking a simple meal and turning it into a 45-minute-plus dining experience. For most of my life, I teased my sister for taking so long to finish eating. Yet I’ve recently begun wondering, “Why is it such an […]