Photo Courtesy of cultoid.com “Frank” is an independent feature which captures the essence, and at times illustrates, the charm of the independent film. It explores the popular motif of social media through a unique lens. The film follows Jon Burroughs, a far below average musician, who aspires to be more. At the film’s beginning, Burroughs leads a mundane life. He works in … [Read more...] about ‘Frank’ Hits the Indie Scene
Christopher Parkening Gives Glory to God
Photo by Monika Haskell Sitting in the audience, blurred fingers race from one nylon string to the next. While the library is usually associated with silence, Payson Library’s Surfboard Room plays host to the melodies of the Classical Guitar Department under famed guitarist Christopher Parkening every second Tuesday of the month. While all departments boast certain … [Read more...] about Christopher Parkening Gives Glory to God
Lloyd Takes Fulbright to New Delhi
Photo Courtesy of Robert Lloyd Standing with a neon orange construction vest topped with a French beret is just one way professor Robert Lloyd facilitates discussion in his classroom. Whether it’s creating hypothetical countries or tying his cat Heidi into a lecture, Lloyd bleeds enthusiasm for International Relations and teaching. Thanks to the Fulbright-Nehru Academic and … [Read more...] about Lloyd Takes Fulbright to New Delhi
His Name is Phil Riola and He’s Busier Than You
Photo by Monika Haskell Nothing about senior Phil Riola is average. Not only does Riola balance a full course load, he engages in a 40-hour workweek at a prestigious real estate agency in Beverly Hills, while also anchoring on “Good Morning Malibu,” Pepperdine’s weekly morning news show. Riola, 21, entered the workforce archiving videos and answering phones at age 10, … [Read more...] about His Name is Phil Riola and He’s Busier Than You
Moore Exhibit Hits Payson This Semester
Photo by Allison Hubbard Exhibit featuring the life and work of famed “Indiana Jones” and “Raiders of the Lost Ark” director Micky Moore takes residence in Payson library. Micky Moore built a legacy in Hollywood as a reliable and confident second unit director for films such as “Indiana Jones” and “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” Archival pieces from his 84-year-long … [Read more...] about Moore Exhibit Hits Payson This Semester