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Rachal Marquez

Historical Figures Were Human, Too

October 4, 2016 by Rachal Marquez

Art by Peau PorotesanoHumanity has a habit of searching for heroes. That's not inherently bad — it's actually important for cultural and societal bonding. In particular, being inspired by or admiring historical figures not only helps people appreciate their past, but can motivate people to move toward their future. What is a problem, however, is many people's tendency to … [Read more...] about Historical Figures Were Human, Too

Pepperdine Ranks in Top 50 Universities

September 13, 2016 by Rachal Marquez

Graphic File Photo Pepperdine University is now officially ranked in the Top 50 National Universities, according to U.S. News & World Report. Pepperdine is tied with Pennsylvania State University, University Park; University of Florida; and Villanova University for No. 50. Dean Michael Feltner said that the recent boost in ranking is good news, and this is the first … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Ranks in Top 50 Universities

Movies Made NASA Cool Again

September 13, 2016 by Rachal Marquez

Art by Peau Porotesano Full disclosure: I am both a space and movie nerd. I follow NASA on Instagram and have a signed copy of Kip Thorne's "The Science of Interstellar." I can recite remarkable amounts of film trivia, and four of my top nine favorite movies as a kid featured outer space. But even I never anticipated the impact recent films have had on promoting space … [Read more...] about Movies Made NASA Cool Again

Life Goes On, and So Do We

April 6, 2016 by Rachal Marquez

Art by Peau PorotesanoIt is absolutely not an understatement to say that this school year, and this semester in particular, have been by far the most difficult for me. It has reflected in my anxiety levels, sleep schedule, diet and relationships; I have spent countless hours venting to friends and sacrificed sleep and sanity to check one more thing off my to-do list. This … [Read more...] about Life Goes On, and So Do We

Social Media Makes The News – Currents Magazine Spring 2016

April 1, 2016 by Rachal Marquez

Graphic by Nate BartonJust 20 years ago, if someone were looking to find latest news updates, they would have picked up a newspaper or turned on their TV to the local news station. Today, most of us open Facebook, Twitter or the rabbit’s hole that is BuzzFeed. Looking to social and entertainment media to tell us the news, as opposed to traditional news outlets, is one of … [Read more...] about Social Media Makes The News – Currents Magazine Spring 2016

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