In the aftermath of the Southern California Fires, 645 electric vehicle's (EV) lithium-ion batteries were removed as hazardous waste by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) during Phase 1 of the cleanup, Julia Giarmoleo, EPA press officer, wrote in a email to the Graphic on March 11. The lithium-ion battery poses a unique danger because of its flammability and ability … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Electric Vehicles and How To Avoid Lithium-Ion Fires
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Jesus Moves: Pepperdine University’s First Dance Ministry
When words fall short, dance provides a way for students to express their faith. Pepperdine has 95 active clubs on campus, including 11 Student-Led Ministires, according to Peppervine. Jesus Moves, the newest ministry, became official in January. It offers classes combining both physical motion and spiritual praise. “Our mission is to minister the heart of the Lord … [Read more...] about Jesus Moves: Pepperdine University’s First Dance Ministry
SGA Passes Budget for Board Funding and Votes on Human-Cause Climate Change Resolution
The Student Government Association (SGA) discussed the upcoming town halls, a resolution for Pepperdine's administration to address sustainability practices and the Student Programming Board's (The Board) budget concerns at their weekly meeting March 12.SGA President Myers Mentzer addressed the class presidents' upcoming town halls and asked for the presidents to publicize them … [Read more...] about SGA Passes Budget for Board Funding and Votes on Human-Cause Climate Change Resolution
Malibu Preps for Big Land Changes
New developments are coming to Malibu’s five vacant parcels of land. From hiking trails to sports fields, the city is gearing up for a big change.The 61 acres of land are spread between five distinct lots: La Paz, Triangle, Trancas, Heathercliff and Loki (Chili-Cook Off). The Malibu City Council split the project into two separate phases to engage with residents and … [Read more...] about Malibu Preps for Big Land Changes
Good News: Follow What Fills Your Heart
When I first became a student journalist, I didn't know what to expect. The opportunity to write was enough for me, let alone have my writing published and printed.Yet, what I soon came to discover was the stigma that surrounds the world of journalism, both professionally and across college campuses. Readers accuse journalists of being biased, and writers are criticized for … [Read more...] about Good News: Follow What Fills Your Heart
