Art by Vivian Hsia Words are important. Words shared over meals are what maintain friendships, words uttered under an altar are what bind marriages and words written on paper formed the foundation of the United States. Yet, people are often quick to use negative words in casual ways that end up having lasting effects. Scientist Maria Richter conducted a study on … [Read more...] about Opinion: Watch your Words
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Opinion: Pepperdine Must Communicate COVID-Positive Protocols
Art by Samantha Miller There are currently 656 student COVID cases, with 389 of those being students who live on campus, as of Wednesday January 19, according to the COVID-19 University Updates webpage. With the amount of cases presented at such an early point in the semester, it begs the question, was the University prepared for such a large number this early? Students … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Must Communicate COVID-Positive Protocols
Opinion: How to Get Better at Growing Up
As a child, I used to think of “growing up” as a process that would end by the time I graduated high school. Growing up does not just encapsulate puberty or smoking a joint for the first time but gaining insight into my parents and how they shaped me, releasing unhealthy expectations and learning to trust myself. According to the National Institute of Health, "growing up" … [Read more...] about Opinion: How to Get Better at Growing Up
Petty Perspective: Treat People With Kindness, Styles is Superior
Art by Leah BaeSinger-songwriter Harry Edward Styles entered the music scene — and our hearts — over 10 years ago. He sang lyrics young girls wanted to hear such as "You are perfect to me" from "Little Things" with the biggest boy band in the world, One Direction. Yet, in his music career, no one has done as much for music as Styles has. From mixing genres to … [Read more...] about Petty Perspective: Treat People With Kindness, Styles is Superior
Staff Editorial: Dear Pepperdine, Give Us A Break
Art by Samantha Miller Hey Pepperdine, your students are tired. We’ve been through midterm after midterm — why can’t we just have a break? A real one. It’s not fair that most universities have a full week for fall break, and more three-day weekends. Pepperdine students have to struggle without either of those. Pepperdine's Thanksgiving break needs expansion or alteration … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Dear Pepperdine, Give Us A Break