Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.A study from the Harvard Business Review found that people often underestimate the impact of a compliment. Many participants in the study predicted that a compliment would make someone feel uncomfortable, therefore having a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Use Compliments over Criticism
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Opinion: Beauty Exists Everywhere
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. In multiple psychology courses, I have been required to take the VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths and Virtues test. The assessment covers 24 strengths and virtues, some of which include bravery, hope, creativity and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Beauty Exists Everywhere
Opinion: Appreciation Alleviates Graduation Anxiety
Art by Vivian Hsia Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.As exciting as the thought of walking across the stage in a week is, I was not prepared for the heightened mix of emotions also associated with the time leading up to it. However, in this period of waiting for … [Read more...] about Opinion: Appreciation Alleviates Graduation Anxiety
Students Reveal Roommate Quirks
George Page residents — pictured left to right — Autumn Bryant, Katie Donovan, Aubrey Henrie and Olivia Bretzius pose for a selfie at Alumni Park on Valentine's Day. The four met in their first year and Donovan said they stayed friends ever since. Photo courtesy of Katie Donovan The winter break provided students a pause from the food in their mini fridge and communal … [Read more...] about Students Reveal Roommate Quirks
Good News: A Deeper Appreciation for Community
When I read the first Good News column in February, I immediately knew one of the places where I saw — and still see — good news in my life. It’s something that has been my good news since my first semester at Pepperdine but especially since March 2020: the Graphic.While I have always loved the Graphic, the past 18 months have made me appreciate it even more. … [Read more...] about Good News: A Deeper Appreciation for Community
