The 97th Academy Awards are just around the corner, and the nominations are spurring a mixture of praise and controversy among Pepperdine students.“Emilia Pérez” led the pack with 13 nominations, the most for any foreign film in Oscar history, sparking intense controversy over its representation of Mexican culture and the transgender community, as well as its … [Read more...] about Students React to 97th Academy Award Nominations
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Latinx Students Build Community Amid New Immigration Policies
Following President Donald Trump’s inauguration and the implementation of his new immigration policies, Latinx students are coming together to support one another during a time of uncertainty.Since taking office, Trump has issued a mass deportation plan — that targets all undocumented immigrants regardless of their criminal record, according to ABC News. Under this … [Read more...] about Latinx Students Build Community Amid New Immigration Policies
Keepin’ Malibu Caffeinated: The Best Coffee Shops in Malibu for Your Next Coffee Date
College students need coffee. With long lectures, all-nighters and 8 a.m. classes, Seaver undergraduates can be spotted crowding the Starbucks line every morning. While Seaver's campus is home to convenient coffee options such as Starbucks and Waves Cafe, there are numerous off-campus spots nearby that not only serve delicious beverages, but also provide student … [Read more...] about Keepin’ Malibu Caffeinated: The Best Coffee Shops in Malibu for Your Next Coffee Date
Love Languages Emphasize Communication in Relationships
The month of February calls for rain, a transition into spring and of course, love. For Valentine's Day, it can be hard to know the best way to show love for that special someone. Flowers? Date night? Love languages are a helpful tool in navigating the preferences within a relationship.Love languages are a concept coined by best-selling author Gary Chapman, who wrote the 1992 … [Read more...] about Love Languages Emphasize Communication in Relationships
Late Filmmaker David Lynch Leaves Lasting Impact at Pepperdine
When surrealist filmmaker David Lynch died, it sent waves of grief among his fans, including members of the Pepperdine community. Among others, Lynch directed the films “Blue Velvet,” “Mulholland Drive” and “Eraserhead” and co-created the ABC drama series “Twin Peaks.”According to his death certificate, Lynch died of cardiac … [Read more...] about Late Filmmaker David Lynch Leaves Lasting Impact at Pepperdine