Photo courtesy of Nick CharkhedianA little over 100 years ago, my great-grandparents faced forced deportation. Along with more than a million other Armenians, the lands we had lived in for hundreds and thousands of years were left behind — and not by choice.My grandparents and parents lived in Lebanon and Syria — next to countless other Armenian refugees — … [Read more...] about Letter from the Editor
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Small Talk: A Culture of Its Own
Something so trivial as small talk can play a determinant role in initial conversations with strangers.Small talk can shape how one’s relationships with people evolve, but opinions on the importance of it vary, especially among different cultures. “You don’t just know someone deeply,” sophomore Pamela Martinez said. “Relationships are a process and … [Read more...] about Small Talk: A Culture of Its Own
Speaker Series, Richard Haass: The Future of Conflict and the Role of the Next Generation
A guest in President Jim Gash's Pepperdine President's Speaker Series, Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, led a discussion on the future of American Democracy and the role the next generation has in its success — or failure. The event took place Nov. 7, at the Elkins Auditorium. Haass is no stranger to history's plethora of obstacles and has … [Read more...] about Speaker Series, Richard Haass: The Future of Conflict and the Role of the Next Generation
Opinion: Polarization is Dangerous for Democracy
Art by Amber ShinIn less than two months, millions of Americans will head to the ballot box to decide which party will control Congress for the remainder of President Joe Biden’s first term in office.Political advertisements will be on screens soon, many intentionally targeting "the other side," according to the Brookings Institute. Designed to evoke emotions, they can be … [Read more...] about Opinion: Polarization is Dangerous for Democracy
Best and Worst Looks of the 2021 Met Gala: Stars Fail to Follow a Theme
Art by Autumn HardwickFor the first time since 2019, the Metropolitan Museum of Art hosted the Met Gala in New York City on Sept. 13.This year’s red carpet theme, “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion,” provided ample opportunities to showcase U.S. designers, reference iconic regional styles and pay homage to American icons, however most attendees seemed to … [Read more...] about Best and Worst Looks of the 2021 Met Gala: Stars Fail to Follow a Theme