Art by Autumn HardwickYour vote matters — but if the Electoral College is abolished, it will matter even more.When the United States founders established the Electoral College, it was a way to balance the influence of smaller states with that of larger ones. Now, however, this purpose is no longer served. In fact, the Electoral College disregards the voices of millions of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Abolish the Electoral College — Democracy Depends on It
Body and Soul: Appreciate the Joys of the Farmer’s Market
Fresh, seasonal produce sits on display at the Malibu Farmer's Market. Many local farms and businesses have sold their products here every Sunday for several years.Photos by Liza EsquibiasI know a place is special when I remember everything about it — the scents, the sounds, the colors.Located on Civic Center Way adjacent to the Whole Foods mart — run by nonprofit … [Read more...] about Body and Soul: Appreciate the Joys of the Farmer’s Market
Petty Perspective: Let’s Ditch Dasani
Art by Vivian Hsia I have spent years trying to convince myself water is just water — but the truth is, it is so much more than that. I would consider myself a water connoisseur. I drink around 100 ounces of water per day, and I am someone who loves the taste of good water — yes, it has a taste.We should be pickier about the water we drink. After all, it does make … [Read more...] about Petty Perspective: Let’s Ditch Dasani
Fellowship for Equity and Social Justice Recipients Aims to Diversify the Pepperdine Community
Jerry Calderon (left) and Katelin Goño (right) prepare to carry out projects that promote diversity on-campus. Pepperdine awarded the two seniors the Fellowship for Equity and Social Justice in April 2021, and they work with faculty mentors to cultivate a deeper sense of inclusion and belonging at Pepperdine. Photos courtesy of Jerry Calderon and Katelin GoñoOn April … [Read more...] about Fellowship for Equity and Social Justice Recipients Aims to Diversify the Pepperdine Community
YECA Members Take on the Climate Crisis, Advocate for More Action at Pepp
The five YECA fellows unite after a meeting with President Jim Gash and administrators Sept. 15, where they spoke about changes the University can make to be more sustainable. YECA, first introduced to Pepperdine students in 2020, gives each member the opportunity to create their own project promoting sustainability. Photo courtesy of Jayda KechourFive Pepperdine students make … [Read more...] about YECA Members Take on the Climate Crisis, Advocate for More Action at Pepp
