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Some teachers deserve a timeout

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Students, get out your notebooks. We have a report on the oddest teacher behaviors going on in the country. A Colorado high school teacher is being investigated for posting some inappropriate photos on her public Twitter account. Carly McKinney, 23, allegedly posted pictures of herself that possibly show her smoking marijuana, and drinking alcohol, as well as posting other … [Read more...] about Some teachers deserve a timeout

Black history is American history

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So, it’s Black History Month and what’s the first thing I hear in regard to it? Not a statement to appreciate what the month means, but a question. “Why isn’t there a white history month?” At first I was tempted to be offended, but then I thought more about it. Did I even have a true appreciation for Black History Month? What is the purpose of it anyway? I decided to dispel … [Read more...] about Black history is American history

Staff Editorial: We accept the award for best of the worst

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With great honor, we, the community of Pepperdine University, accept this award of being the best A+ School for B students. After many years of being featured in the top rankings of most beautiful schools in the nation, we proudly accept this new award as recognition that we are more than the school with the most gorgeous campus (with beautiful individuals - can't forget to … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: We accept the award for best of the worst

Modern Dragon Slaying

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Over the past three semesters, I’ve developed an unfortunate habit: I absolutely love stealing seats, especially in a classroom setting. You’ve probably noticed how people will select a seat on the first day of class, and will plant themselves in that spot for the rest of the semester. You may be one of those people; if so, beware. At the risk of sounding immature, I’ll admit I … [Read more...] about Modern Dragon Slaying