Photos by Annette and Janice Lee For two Pepperdine sisters, the Olympic games went well beyond the television screen. Pepperdine alumna of the Class of 2017 Annette and current junior Janice Lee had the opportunity to experience volunteering at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Annette Lee captioned her Instagram picture, “the face of pure joy ... absolutely loving my … [Read more...] about Waves in Pyeonchang: Lee Sisters Volunteer at 2018 Winter Olympics
Students Reflect on the Use of Racial Microaggressions on Campus
Photo by Kayla Lee “What are you?” “Where are you really from?” “You don’t act like a normal Black person.” “You don’t look like you speak Spanish.” “I never think of you as a real Asian.” These statements capture a more subtle form of racism. Known as microaggressions, these phrases are everyday verbal snubs or insults that communicate hostile, derogatory or negative … [Read more...] about Students Reflect on the Use of Racial Microaggressions on Campus
How to deal with family members over Thanksgiving
It might be the greatest time of the year, but going back home for the holiday may include having to deal with some not so great family members. “How is school?” “Are you dating someone?” “What are your plans after college?” “You look fat/thin.” “When are you going to get a real job?” Whether it stems from love or not, … [Read more...] about How to deal with family members over Thanksgiving
Staff Editorial: Purpose and Ethics of Journalism
Graphic by Nate Barton Fake news. It is the two words that all journalists, including our own members of Pepperdine Graphic Media, have heard all year long. But the characteristics behind the fake news movement capture the essence of everything journalism is not. One year after the election of President Donald Trump, the journalism industry still faces a lot of scrutiny. … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Purpose and Ethics of Journalism
How to Deal with Fake Friends
You have your best friends, casual pals, group friends, class acquaintances — but somewhere between the different levels of your own social pyramid are fake friends. Malibu, and especially Pepperdine, is a rather friendly environment with everyone walking around smiling and giddy from the buzz off their Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Sometimes this sunshine-filled atmosphere can cloud a … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Fake Friends