Graphic by Pepperdine BSAMeal points have come and gone, the winds have rolled through, and sleep schedules have been reset. This all can only mean one thing: Winter break is here! The holidays are a joy-filled time for many because it can be a time for rest and enjoying the company of loved ones. Amidst the religious holidays that are celebrated, there’s one cultural … [Read more...] about Rediscovering Kwanzaa
Perspectives
How I’ve Single-Handedly Ruined My Life by Trying to Graduate Early: A SeriesPart 1
Graphic by Nate Barton Senior year of college is supposed to be stressful, but in a fun, best-days-of-your-life kind of way — not in the will-willingly-throw-self-in front-of-a-moving-car kind of way. Since I have completely overexerted myself by being one of those overachievers — the ones that I complain about all the time — in order to graduate from college early, my final … [Read more...] about How I’ve Single-Handedly Ruined My Life by Trying to Graduate Early: A SeriesPart 1
‘AHS: Cult’ Refuses The Right To Air Arms
Art by Sybil ZhangThe makers of "American Horror Story" have never been ones to shy away from violent bloodthirsty topics. However in the wake of the Las Vegas tragedy, Ryan Murphy chose to reedit an "AHS: Cult" episode that featured an eerily similar mass shooting. In an already highly politicized season, rampant with anti-Trump sentiment, Murphy chose to edit an episode … [Read more...] about ‘AHS: Cult’ Refuses The Right To Air Arms
How to deal with family members over Thanksgiving
It might be the greatest time of the year, but going back home for the holiday may include having to deal with some not so great family members. “How is school?” “Are you dating someone?” “What are your plans after college?” “You look fat/thin.” “When are you going to get a real job?” Whether it stems from love or not, … [Read more...] about How to deal with family members over Thanksgiving
Embrace Maturity
Graphic by Nate Barton It is difficult to determine when exactly one transitions from childhood to adulthood. Studies have shown that it is the brain that determines one's maturity, not one's age. In addition, people's life experiences also shape who they are. Hence, the brain's development and one's life experiences are what determine a person's maturity. In the United … [Read more...] about Embrace Maturity
