If you still need convincing that sexism and the double-standard of morality that it brings is still alive in well, look no further than the recent scandal involving Kristen Stewart and producer Rupert Sanders. As the drama ensued, millions of people felt as if their irrational hatred of the actress had finally been validated. Finally, she had done something objectively more … [Read more...] about Slut-shaming is a double standard
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Best ways to throw an on-campus rager
Dear Grace, Where are the best places to party on campus? Sincerely, Transfer Student Dear Transfer Student, Apparently you have yet to notice that there isn’t much of what you might call a “party scene” thriving in the hallowed hallways of Seaver College. One must keep an ear to the ground if one truly wishes to be privy to those most arcane secrets of the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Best ways to throw an on-campus rager
Staff Editorial: Check yourself before you wreck yourself
Art by Sacha Irick “Don’t drink and drive” is an expression today’s college-age adults hear so frequently that it has arguably become cliche and lost its gravity. Nonetheless, drunk drivers are involved in about one out of every three fatal car crashes, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Nearly 11,000 lives were lost as a result of “alcohol-impaired” drivers … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Check yourself before you wreck yourself
Living Abroad (Shanghai): Get to know your Jia
Wednesday September 12, 2012 In mandarin Chinese the word Jia has two meanings: house and family. With that in mind, I have spent the past eight days exploring my new Jia, in every way possible. Every moment has been devoted to learning about my new house, my new neighborhood, and most importantly the 34 other Pepperdine students who are my new family. The Pepperdine Jia … [Read more...] about Living Abroad (Shanghai): Get to know your Jia
Nam knows best: Speaking Specific Sorority
First off, let’s start with a confession. That’s always a good way to begin an article, right? I think confessions release stress for me, the person doing the confessing, as well as provide entertainment for those few people still reading this funny little column. Are you ready? No, seriously, grab your cup of coffee or your mug of tea or your to-go grande no-foam, sub-soy, … [Read more...] about Nam knows best: Speaking Specific Sorority