Photos courtesy of Focus FeaturesWhen Julian Fellowes announced the “Downton Abbey” movie, fans of the original series were more than thrilled. This extended episode of the original series was everything fans could have wished for. The movie allowed newcomers to fall in love with the series for the first time and the original fans to fall in love with the series all … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Downton Abbey’ Returns and Takes its Fans Back to the Past
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Fresh Face Column 6: First-Year Hopes to Educate Pepp Community on Type 1 Diabetes
Photos courtesy of Destin KvideraFirst-year Destin Kvidera said she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when she was just 5 years old."Ever since then, I've really focused on just getting people educated more about [diabetes] because it's not something that people know a lot about," Kvidera said.Kvidera, who is from White Bear Lake, Minnesota, said she became heavily involved … [Read more...] about Fresh Face Column 6: First-Year Hopes to Educate Pepp Community on Type 1 Diabetes
Spoiler-Free ‘Joker’ Review: A Divisive Descent Into Madness
Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Buildup, comparisons and controversy — “Joker,” directed by Todd Phillips, is perhaps one of the most unique and original comic book movie adaptations to date. It's not a reboot, it's not a sequel, and it's not connected to any origin story from DC Comics, America's largest and oldest comic book company.The film’s main … [Read more...] about Spoiler-Free ‘Joker’ Review: A Divisive Descent Into Madness
‘Once a Wave, Always a Wave’: Pepp Community Unites for Waves Weekend
Photo courtesy of Ron Hall This year's Waves Weekend kicks off Friday evening and includes three days of food trucks, carnival rides, music and a lot of school-spirit. “[Waves Weekend is] a tradition here at Pepperdine," Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement and Alumni Relations Hannah Dean said. "About 10 years ago, we changed the concept so that we had family … [Read more...] about ‘Once a Wave, Always a Wave’: Pepp Community Unites for Waves Weekend
Body and Soul: Admire the Heart of Melrose Avenue
A few stores with brightly colored walls create an inviting scene for passing shoppers on Melrose Avenue in LA. The bold blue of HAPPY ICE drew me in for a refreshing snow cone. Photos by Mercer Greene The clunk of chunky Doc Martens on the sidewalk, smog mixed with a pedestrian's cologne, the vibrant murals that cover the walls, culture emanating from storefronts — this is … [Read more...] about Body and Soul: Admire the Heart of Melrose Avenue
