As of this year, L.A. fell below the 90% benchmark save rate, said Ariel Dengrove, Best Friends LA marketing specialist. Los Angeles County reached its no-kill status through the work of Best Friends, an American non-profit animal welfare organization. A “no-kill” status is reached when a city or county increases its save rate to over 90%, usually with organizations such as … [Read more...] about Organizations, Policies, Volunteers and More Help Address Animal Overcrowding in the L.A. Shelter System
Beth Gonzales
Photo Gallery: Graphic Hosts ‘Peace Through Music’ Concert
Special Edition Editor Beth Gonzales performs at "Peace Through Music" concert at the Lighthouse on March 23. The concert highlighted musicians from the Graphic's spring special edition. Photos by Lucian HimesThe Graphic hosted the "Peace Through Music" concert at the Lighthouse on March 23. The concert highlighted performers from the Graphic's spring special edition, "Peace … [Read more...] about Photo Gallery: Graphic Hosts ‘Peace Through Music’ Concert
Pepp Guitar Department Presents Surfboard, Library and Masterclass Performances
Garrett Podgorski (left) and Nolan Harvel (right) play at the Osborne Concert Competition at Smothers Theatre on Oct. 20. Duo Podgorski and Harvel won the competition and Harvel said it was one of the best days of his life. Photo courtesy of Garrett Podgorski The Pepperdine Guitar Department, ranked No. 1 in Classical Guitar performance by Music School Central, recently … [Read more...] about Pepp Guitar Department Presents Surfboard, Library and Masterclass Performances
Beyond the Byline: Beth Gonzales
The Graphic welcomes students of all backgrounds to express their creativity. For Special Edition Editor Beth Gonzales, the Graphic has created a place for her to expand her creativity. "I feel like I've been pushed in ways I haven't been before," Gonzales said.__________Follow the Graphic on Twitter: @PeppGraphicContact Gabrielle Salgado via Twitter (@gxbrielleee7) or by … [Read more...] about Beyond the Byline: Beth Gonzales
Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor
Photo by Lucian Himes Growing up, I was always singing. Always. When I was nervous or afraid of the dark, singing made me feel better every time, without fail. For me, music has always been a constant. If something stressful or sad happened during my school day, I would listen to music before bed. It made me feel better and recognize I wasn't alone. When life is hard and … [Read more...] about Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor