Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Buildup, comparisons and controversy — “Joker,” directed by Todd Phillips, is perhaps one of the most unique and original comic book movie adaptations to date. It's not a reboot, it's not a sequel, and it's not connected to any origin story from DC Comics, America's largest and oldest comic book company.The film’s main … [Read more...] about Spoiler-Free ‘Joker’ Review: A Divisive Descent Into Madness
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‘Once a Wave, Always a Wave’: Pepp Community Unites for Waves Weekend
Photo courtesy of Ron Hall This year's Waves Weekend kicks off Friday evening and includes three days of food trucks, carnival rides, music and a lot of school-spirit. “[Waves Weekend is] a tradition here at Pepperdine," Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement and Alumni Relations Hannah Dean said. "About 10 years ago, we changed the concept so that we had family … [Read more...] about ‘Once a Wave, Always a Wave’: Pepp Community Unites for Waves Weekend
Body and Soul: Admire the Heart of Melrose Avenue
A few stores with brightly colored walls create an inviting scene for passing shoppers on Melrose Avenue in LA. The bold blue of HAPPY ICE drew me in for a refreshing snow cone. Photos by Mercer Greene The clunk of chunky Doc Martens on the sidewalk, smog mixed with a pedestrian's cologne, the vibrant murals that cover the walls, culture emanating from storefronts — this is … [Read more...] about Body and Soul: Admire the Heart of Melrose Avenue
Fresh Face Column 5: First-Year Prepares for a Life of Service
Photos courtesy of Jakub Mierzejewski First-year Jakub Mierzejewski organized the Sept. 20 climate strike at the Malibu Pepperdine campus. He also planned the strike at the entrance to the Malibu Bluffs Park on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) later that day. This day also marked the beginning of the weeklong global climate strike that ended Sept. 27. Mierzejewski, who was … [Read more...] about Fresh Face Column 5: First-Year Prepares for a Life of Service
Book Review: Lessons for Higher Education in David Epstein’s ‘Range’
“What are you expecting to do with a _____ degree?”This question has ruined many-a-Thanksgiving-dinner for undergraduates. It implies more than an innocent interest in a student’s career goals. It’s an accusation: “You are studying something I don’t find useful.”Thanks to David Epstein and his new book "Range: Why Generalists Triumph in … [Read more...] about Book Review: Lessons for Higher Education in David Epstein’s ‘Range’
