Clothing isn’t optional. Every day, people all over the world get dressed and go about their lives. Where everyone differs is what they decide to put on. In the age of social media, fashion trends come and go in a blink of an eye. While some say this can make finding a sense of personal style difficult, others use it as motivation to dress against the trends. From … [Read more...] about Dress to express: Students dress for themselves — not the trends
Opinion: Pray and Meditate to Ease Your Mind
Art by Autumn Hardwick Prayer. It's more than just folding your hands, closing your eyes and thinking — it's a conversation. Prayer is "a spiritual communion with God or an object of worship, as in supplication, thanksgiving, adoration, or confession," according to Dictionary.com People often think of prayer as something that has a beginning and an end — the Bible and I … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pray and Meditate to Ease Your Mind
Opinion: It’s Important to Consume Balanced Media
Art by Hee Joo Roh Are you consuming news in a healthy way? With the thousands of different news outlets for viewers to choose from, it is important to be sure you are getting your news in a balanced way. Journalistic balance is when a story's content offers a wide range of voices and perspectives so a viewer can decide on their own how they feel about a topic, according to … [Read more...] about Opinion: It’s Important to Consume Balanced Media
Rant & Rave: The debate on Back-to-school haircuts
Art by Vivian Hsia Rant: While I love my hair, I do not believe that a haircut is necessary for the back-to-school experience. Now, I will admit — I haven't had a full haircut in two years. This may make me sound a little biased, but hear me out. Changing your hairstyle can be a good way to get a break from routine or try something new — but it’s not a guarantee, and the … [Read more...] about Rant & Rave: The debate on Back-to-school haircuts
Letter to the Editor: Pepperdine’s Hiring of Jimmy Dunne as University Director of Traditions
Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represents an endorsement. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues that are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. I am glad that Pepperdine understands the value of its traditions and … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Pepperdine’s Hiring of Jimmy Dunne as University Director of Traditions
