Art by Sacha Irick After two days of violent demonstrations in Venezuela, I am proud to say I have lived in freedom. The night was colder than usual. Groups of people rushed into the parking lot as the time approached for the election results to be announced. Some college students walked around wearing red shirts printed with the image of a yellow hammer and sickle. I … [Read more...] about Now I know what freedom feels like
Perspectives
Ian Fleming: The Real James Bond
Photo Courtesy of Liam Daniel for Sky Atlantic, BBC America Writer Ian Fleming once said, "everything I write has a precedent in truth." This intriguing insight by the late author sets the stage for the four part television miniseries "Fleming: The Man Who Would Be Bond." Fleming is widely known as the creator of James Bond, literature's most endearing secret agent. It is … [Read more...] about Ian Fleming: The Real James Bond
Plea from a “nerd”
When asked where on campus I live, I instinctively blurt out “the library.” Not only do I work in the Academic Center for Excellence as a writing tutor, but I spend a good portion of my day there. However, it did take me some time to realize that Payson Library is not a designated social area for eating, practicing your musical instrument, Skyping or sleeping. The sad truth is … [Read more...] about Plea from a “nerd”
Nam Knows Best: The Niagara Falls of a Mid-College Crisis (Part II)
If you read my article last week (click here for the link and no this is not self-promotion), then you would know that I am currently experiencing what I like to call the Mid-College Crisis. I think most members of the Class of 2015 are also dealing with this crisis as well. You can somewhat see it on all of our faces as we scurry around to the 101 meetings for Housing or … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: The Niagara Falls of a Mid-College Crisis (Part II)
POWER SCULPT: Reshape through Resistance
Photo Courtesy of Campus Recreation Step into the Harilela International Tennis Stadium Fitness Studio on Thursday afternoons and witness 50 Pepperdine students and faculty engaged in a high intensity workout class that burns calories and keeps heart rates up. Led by fitness instructor Mike Bash, Power Sculpt is a fun and effective workout. Power Sculpt kicks fitness into … [Read more...] about POWER SCULPT: Reshape through Resistance