Dear Grace, It’s my 11th day at Pepperdine and the soreness in my thighs has become unbearable. I live in Banowsky, have two classes in the CCB, one in the library and one in the CAC. When will my body adjust? Will the next four years be filled with perpetual pain? Sincerely, Freshman Fatty As someone who takes pride in the lengths to which I will go in order to remain as … [Read more...] about Tips to gaining the freshman 15
Perspectives
Pepp prepares promising pupils
You’re in the middle of heavy traffic occupying most of the parking lot, with the rest of the pavement allocated for the spunkiest, loudest, most cheerful group of people excited to welcome you to the experience of your life. Mom and Dad are browsing through the schedule of activities — they tell you to remember to apply sunscreen, stay hydrated and write plenty of letters … [Read more...] about Pepp prepares promising pupils
Nam Knows Best: The Sophomore Exodus
Hello, world. I am very pleased to make your acquaintance, and I hope that this new Perspectives column dedicated to my own obsessive rants will benefit your lives in some way. My writing style has been called quirky and, truthfully, I am the oddest person I know. I am a sophomore, a Thai food addict. I live in comfy clothes. My favorite animal is an otter. Now that we … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: The Sophomore Exodus
Staff editorial: AKB not to blame for son’s actions
Recent events surrounding Christopher Benton, the son of President Andrew K. Benton, have received an immediate and intense response from those affiliated with the university. Some have offered words of prayer and condolence, but many have voiced their fear, anger and frustration with the university’s dealings regarding Christopher’s situation. Though justifiable in some … [Read more...] about Staff editorial: AKB not to blame for son’s actions
Who cares about issues? Let’s see those abs!
Every four years, something strange seems to overtake our country. In the months leading up to November, those who had previously exhibited relative apathy are suddenly wildly opinionated, as if they had been storing up all of their hidden political zeal for years and are relieved that it can finally be made known. Come November, everyone is an amateur political analyst, not to … [Read more...] about Who cares about issues? Let’s see those abs!