By the grace of God, I've successfully completed two weeks of classes at Pepperdine University and also coped pretty well with being away from home. Coming from a community college, this has been a huge transition for me, which I am loving nonetheless. But it has taken a great deal of soul searching to reach this point since I was initially filled with the feeling that I … [Read more...] about God Knows Best
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Staff Editorial: Be Prepared
Art by Sybil ZhangNatural disasters can turn an otherwise normal day into a test of survival. The devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey in Houston, wildfires still burning in La Tuna, and fires recently extinguished in Malibu highlight the importance of being prepared for emergency situations. Students — especially commuter students — need to make sure they are … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Be Prepared
Learn Proper Museum Etiquette in the Instagram Age
Art by Sybil ZhangIn July a woman came into the 14th Factory, an art installation in Los Angeles. Like most millennials, a phone was in hand and a selfie was snapped. Unlike most millennials, her selfie resulted in $200,000 worth of damage after she fell backwards in the worst game of dominoes to ever ensue.This unfortunate museum blunder is not the only one of its kind. In the … [Read more...] about Learn Proper Museum Etiquette in the Instagram Age
Pre-NSO Yosemite Trip
Graphic by Nate BartonMy crusted eyes creaked opened as I lazily turned over to my phone. My phone's head-aching alarm meant that it was the morning of August 16. The start of a trip for which I had been anxiously waiting — the Pre-NSO Yosemite Trip.This was the first time Pepperdine has ever held a freshman program before the legendary NSO. They put the option at the end … [Read more...] about Pre-NSO Yosemite Trip
Please Don’t Run for President
Art by Peau PorotesanoDear all celebrities: Please don’t run for president. It’s a little early to be talking about this, but I feel like I need to say something before anyone makes a serious move and announces a campaign. This is a genuine plea for all people in the public eye who could gain momentum because of their name, but have absolutely no experience in the … [Read more...] about Please Don’t Run for President