Art by Brooke MuschottThe life of a surfer can be pretty self-centered, whether consciously or unconsciously so. With the exception of tandem surfing (where a man and woman surf together on one board and perform lifts and tricks while riding waves) the sport involves out-paddling a crowd of other people just to claim one wave and surf it without interference. Surfing involves … [Read more...] about Surfing should bring joy to people everywhere
Perspectives
Cancer care crisis caused by its success
As modern medicine advances, people are living longer and more fulfilling lives. Boris C. Pasche, M.D., at the University of Alabama identified the cloud within this silver lining, however. In an Oct. 2013 article he wrote, “Cancer care is suffering from its own success ... patients are living longer and surviving longer with their cancers.” This was in response … [Read more...] about Cancer care crisis caused by its success
From NewsWaves to Sound Waves: Alumnus Izzy Loya of Jonny Come Lately
From left to right: Julian Johnson, Izzy Loya, Angela Ross and Adrian Johnson. Alumnus Izzy Loya (‘13) and his band have secured an April residency at TRiP You can’t quite put a finger on their sound. Los Angeles based band Jonny Come Lately’s sound is a fusion of a lot of different genres -- ska, rockabilly, rhythm and blues, and soul -- just to name a few. “Mix it all … [Read more...] about From NewsWaves to Sound Waves: Alumnus Izzy Loya of Jonny Come Lately
Goodbye Gluten: Your Questions Answered
Perhaps you’ve seen the gluten-free craze sweeping the country. Restaurants proudly display their alternate gluten-free menu and snack packages boast “gluten-free.” But what exactly is “gluten-free?" And is it even worthwhile? Seaver junior and food committee member, Phil Riola, says the gluten-free diet is quickly making its way to Pepperdine. “In the last year we have … [Read more...] about Goodbye Gluten: Your Questions Answered
Captain America: The Winter Soldier Review
Photo Courtesy of Marvel 'The Winter Soldier' merges super heroes and spy thrillers We were first introduced to Steve Rogers in "Captain America: The First Avenger," where the sickly young man from 1940s Brooklyn strove to be a hero in his own right. He exhibited an unyielding selflessness in his desire to serve his country and help his fellow countrymen in the war against … [Read more...] about Captain America: The Winter Soldier Review