Barbie’s plastic world came to life in June when the “Barbie” movie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, debuted worldwide. After its record-setting debut, the Barbie movie made audiences reflect on femininity and the patriarchy, students said. Women at Pepperdine resonated with its message on girlhood. Senior Alina Sanchez said the film made her proud of being a … [Read more...] about A Celebration of Girlhood: Students Share their Love for ‘Barbie’
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Ways For New Students to Ease First-Year Jitters
Incoming Pepperdine students may be wondering what it means to say "Waves Up" or to attend "the 'Zoey 101' school." Within their first semester, the class of 2027 and transfer students alike will become familiar with both these phrases and the wider Pepperdine culture. It is normal to feel a mixed bag of excited and nervous feelings of anticipation about what the first year … [Read more...] about Ways For New Students to Ease First-Year Jitters
Students Speak on the Pros and Cons of Technology
Technology is inescapable these days. While students see its benefits, they also see its crippling effects. Students said technology has done good for society because it connects people all over the world. However, they also see the way it can damage one's mental health. "It's harder for [mental health to not affect] younger generations because they grew up with tech and … [Read more...] about Students Speak on the Pros and Cons of Technology
New Students Catch Riptide’s Waves at NSO Pep Rally
To find a member of Riptide, look for 1) pep and 2) Pepp. Sporting copious amounts of cheer and dressed in blue and orange from head to toe, Riptide members have been busy welcoming new Waves and planning for the fall season. Riptide's presence was undoubtedly spirited at the Aug. 15 pep rally Pepperdine Athletics hosted for New Student … [Read more...] about New Students Catch Riptide’s Waves at NSO Pep Rally
Film Review: Totally Metal ‘Nimona’ Movie Challenges Tradition
Nimona draws up plans in front of the murder wall in Ballister’s secret hideout. Despite challenges with production and COVID-19, “Nimona” made its way to the screen June 23. Photo courtesy of Netflix Content Warning: This story mentions the topic of suicide. Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to … [Read more...] about Film Review: Totally Metal ‘Nimona’ Movie Challenges Tradition