Seeing American society as it is today, I think it’s fair to say that the two greatest motivations of sin in society are money and sex. A great example of this is the movies produced nowadays. There are always a great number of romantic or sex-based movies playing in theaters. I can easily rattle titles off the top of my head: “The Vow,” “Salmon Fishing in the Yemen,” “Magic … [Read more...] about Romantic movies distort reality
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Pepperdine makes minor changes to improve traffic flow
In an effort to improve traffic flow across campus, Pepperdine made a few changes to the roads around campus this summer. Pictures of the roundabout placed at the CCB intersection are below. Have thoughts about the changes? Let us know in the comments below and the best responses will appear in the first printed edition of the Pepperdine Graphic. … [Read more...] about Pepperdine makes minor changes to improve traffic flow
Chick-fil-A “war” creates animosity between opposing sides on gay marriage debate
In my native state of California, the gay marriage debate is a big deal. Otherwise known as Prop 8, the debate against same sex marriage has a flurry of loud, proud supporters — though the opposing silent majority has won the debate every time elections come around. When this whole Chick-fil-A situation arose, I knew it would cause a heated argument. For the purpose of getting … [Read more...] about Chick-fil-A “war” creates animosity between opposing sides on gay marriage debate
Pepp sends eight to the London 2012 Olympics
MALIBU, Calif. -- Eight Pepperdine student-athletes (two current and six former) will be competing at the 2012 Olympics, and a number of other Waves will be taking part in the London Games as coaches, according to a Pepperdine press release. The eight athletes will be the third-most that Pepperdine has ever sent to one Olympics. 11 Pepperdine-affiliated athletes and coaches … [Read more...] about Pepp sends eight to the London 2012 Olympics
Basketball as a universal sport
Basketball is a universal sport. It crosses language barriers. It’s more than just a game. Well, at least that’s what the NBA advertises and claims. However, after spending a couple months in London, I quickly realized the faults in those statements. Try to find a free, 24/7 basketball court in South Kensington in London—they don’t exist. In fact, it takes quite the effort to … [Read more...] about Basketball as a universal sport
