My summer was characterized by one too many YOLOs. I read somewhere that the biggest causes of obesity in America today are sodas and the actions that follow someone saying “You Only Live Once!” It’s inundated itself into our vernacular like one of those ticks that kept me from venturing into forests as a child, fearful that one might crawl into my body and attempt to raise a … [Read more...] about Rogue Wave: Be aware of the waves around you
'Four': Bloc Party
British indie band, Bloc Party, returns to the scene with their album “Four,” which was released Tuesday. The 12-track album brings the band out of its two-year hiatus with a return to their traditional sound heard in “Silent Alarm.” The four member band, made up of vocalist and rhythm guitarist Kele Okereke, lead guitarist Russell Lissack, jack-of-all-trades musician Gordan … [Read more...] about 'Four': Bloc Party
Students embrace mixed-gender housing
Mixed-gender halls are nothing new to Pepperdine University. They have been a part of life in George Page, Lovernich, Drescher, and International Programs (IP) — people just never paid attention to them. The point of contention really lies in parents’ perceptions of this change to housing: “I was their age once, and I believe it would be a distraction,” parent Rick Allen said. … [Read more...] about Students embrace mixed-gender housing
Frosh follies strikes again: A superhero spin retells a classic Pepperdine story
During a warm August week before the start of school, RAs rallied their troops and took the new class of Pepperdine students under their wings. With a few days of tough practice, Saturday night finally arrived, and the freshmen were gently prodded onto the Frosh Follies stage for their performances. A longstanding Pepperdine tradition, Frosh Follies showcases six … [Read more...] about Frosh follies strikes again: A superhero spin retells a classic Pepperdine story
Weisman features pop art
Pinocchio, Orange Crush, TVs, motorcycles, lips — all of these are examples of what is found at the “Pop Culture” exhibit in the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art. The exhibit will be held from Aug. 25 through Dec. 2, and includes selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation. According to the Pepperdine Center for the Arts, this exhibit is being held to mark the … [Read more...] about Weisman features pop art
