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If It Bleeds: More On Navigating News through Social Media

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Six Pepperdine students talk about how they interact with news on social media. Some challenges that students faced consuming news on social media was filtering through bias and trying to limit the number of sensitive and disturbing posts they see in a day. Even with these challenges, students still turn primarily to social media for news updates because of the speed. “If I … [Read more...] about If It Bleeds: More On Navigating News through Social Media

Career Chat: Maile Hetherington

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Maile Hetherington, new director of career opportunities at the Seaver College Career Center, shares her tips for writing effective resumes and cover letters, preparing for interviews and getting started. "Now is a good time wherever you are at you know, if you're a first year student or a senior," Hetherington said. "Just go out there and start looking for things that will … [Read more...] about Career Chat: Maile Hetherington

Weekend Watch: Conner Aggers

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Junior Conner Aggers recommends his favorite film of the moment, "Inception” (2010) because of its complex storyline. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, the plot involves diving into the dreams of someone else. “You can't really watch the movie [while] relaxing,” Aggers said. “The concept and plot intricacies make for a very interesting movie." “Inception” (2010) is rated … [Read more...] about Weekend Watch: Conner Aggers