Art by Ally ArmstrongAs 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 free time doing whatever pleases them. After all, summer … [Read more...] about Think Ahead to the Summer
Staff Editorial: Take Time To Reflect On Racism
Art by Caitlin Roark March 12, marked the 50th anniversary of the day that Pepperdine DPS Officer Charlie Lane shot and killed 15-year-old Larry Donnell Kimmons, whose portrait now hangs on the first floor of the Payson Library. A few days prior to the anniversary, the Black Student Association (BSA) posted messages on the Freedom Wall encouraging students and staff alike … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Take Time To Reflect On Racism
Make Changes, Make Waves
A first-class education at a school ranked as Top 50 in the nation, a close proximity to the beautiful beaches of Malibu, incredible study abroad programs, a tight-knit community and a strong Christian mission — these are just a few things that Pepperdine University boasts. For the most part, students say they are content with their college experiences here. However, … [Read more...] about Make Changes, Make Waves
Continue the Gillette Conversations
Art by Caitlin RoarkGarnering more than 28 million views since its release, the Gillette commercial “We Believe: The Best Men Can Be” has received more than 1.4 million dislikes on YouTube. While people have spoken in support of its message, many have also shown disapproval. Some are even going as far as to say that the ad is a “war on masculinity” and … [Read more...] about Continue the Gillette Conversations
Combat Loneliness on Campus
Art by Ally ArmstrongOn paper, Pepperdine seems like the perfect place for students to have their best, liveliest years with its gorgeous views, D-1 sport games and impressive academics. In truth, though, almost 70 percent of students indicated having felt moderately to very lonely during the past semester, according to a recent survey conducted by the Graphic and distributed … [Read more...] about Combat Loneliness on Campus
