Art by Vivian Hsia After returning to campus after winter break, Pepperdine greeted students with the words “Welcome Waves!” painted on the infamous Rock in Mullin Town Square, signifying the start of a new year. As spring semester starts, students said they take mental and physical steps to get ready for a new set of classes and to get back into the groove of another … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Waves Prepare for Spring ‘23
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Opinion: Bounce Back to the Beauty of a Routine
Art by Autumn HardwickEver since I was little, I have loved going back to school. When most people my age would dread the start of the new semester, I was overly excited. I have never quite known why until recently — I just simply love getting back into a routine.While I do love summer, I typically have a lack of routine in summer. I jump from one thing to the next, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Bounce Back to the Beauty of a Routine
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
The ‘Bu Yorker: September
The 'Bu Yorker strives to tell fun stories from the perspective of a Pepperdine student in a way that engages readers and artists alike.Art editor Madeline Duvall writes and illustrates The 'Bu Yorker, a weekly comic series for the Graphic. The 'Bu Yorker is part comedy, part encouragement, part ramblings of a madwoman and part New Yorker spoof. Madeline hopes that you, her … [Read more...] about The ‘Bu Yorker: September
Is ‘Back to School’ Better Described as ‘Back to Pain?’
Art by Ally ArmstrongWhen nearing the end of summer, back to school commercials run constantly, advertising sales on supplies, the newest fashion trends and the most in-style backpack brands this year.Shopping for the coolest, most fashionable backpack may seem like quite a task avoiding dull colors, bulkiness and certainly those with wheels. But trading in that posh Lululemon … [Read more...] about Is ‘Back to School’ Better Described as ‘Back to Pain?’
