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BRIDGET GUNGORENStaff Writer It’s an unusual, yet beautiful, combination of Japanese warriors, sensual geishas and … Latino graffiti. In his special exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, artist Gajin Fujita has united his Japanese heritage with his East Los Angeles upbringing to create pieces that defy cultural divisions and examine unexpected unions. Using … [Read more...] about Blending cultures, graffiti at LACMA

JESSICA ONIStaff Writer In an age hypnotized by all things big, bold and bright, encounters with simplicity are becoming increasingly rare. Beginning Tuesday, Pepperdine’s Fine Arts Division will offer a weeklong escape to the simplicity of the past, as they present Tennessee Williams’ classic drama “The Glass Menagerie.” “It’s a classic of the American theater,” said Dr. … [Read more...] about ‘Menagerie’ family offers escape to past

CARA VAN METERLiving Editor Between challenging classes, loads of homework, the requisite weekly club/event/board meetings and a mile-long list of must-see TV shows, many students find it difficult to steal a few moments each day to simply enjoy the view. Freshman Natalie Berger said she is determined to beat the system and enjoy the scenic beauty that surrounds Pepperdine no … [Read more...] about Face in the Crowd: Natalie Berger

HANNA CHU & ANELA HOLCKA & E Editor & Photo Editor As ideal as it would be for every date to be perfectly planned and mapped out, life forces us to be open to spontaneity, and we might just have to leave the night up to chance. We had a very romantic evening planned — hot dogs on the pier — but because we didn’t realize the abnormal dining hours for some eating … [Read more...] about Malibu Beach Grill provides tasty, kosher meal

RACHEL JOHNSONSraff Writer Prospective Pepperdine freshmen around the world are likely breathing a sign of relief this week after suffering through the usual deadline panic Sunday, the application deadline for Seaver College. Considering recent trends, this group of fresh applicants is also likely to be somewhat lopsided, with women applicants outnumbering men. According to … [Read more...] about Growing gender gap not just a Pep trend