Everything in college is a momentum game. Papers and projects are easier when one is in the constructive zone of their mind. Classes and days go by quicker when they are packed and frenetic. Pulling ourselves out of the pace does a bit of good every time, though. We welcome respites during the semester where we can breathe and gain perspective. But, if we’re out of the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Variety is the Key to Finishing Out Strong
Perspectives
Opinion: SGA Culture at Pepperdine Needs A Change
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.On Feb. 26, Pepperdine's Student Government Association (SGA) discussed the campus narrative surrounding transparency about funds and the budget at their weekly scheduled meeting. Regardless of the transparency issues SGA is … [Read more...] about Opinion: SGA Culture at Pepperdine Needs A Change
Opinion: Courage Takes Many Forms
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. On the VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths and Virtues Test, one of the listed virtues is courage. I have taken this test in a few psychology courses, and while the ranking differs slightly every time, courage has always … [Read more...] about Opinion: Courage Takes Many Forms
Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships
Hey Waves, In recent years, discussions regarding “the loneliness epidemic” seem to be pervasive. A combination of social media’s rise, a global pandemic and hyper-individualism has cultivated tension in even the simplest of communications. Established friendships are affected by rising anxieties about images and impressions. Long-term relationships are developed on a … [Read more...] about Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships
Opinion: Boos directed at Taylor Swift are Misogynistic
Transparency item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. To say that Taylor Swift getting booed at the Super Bowl LIX, is just another snippet of pop culture would be circumventing a bigger issue. Swift’s attendance at NFL's Kansas City Chiefs' games should come as no surprise, as … [Read more...] about Opinion: Boos directed at Taylor Swift are Misogynistic
