Art by Bethany Wilson. People have always been drawn to the sky. “The stars, the peacefulness, the beauty,” Physics Professor Gerard Fasel said. “It makes you marvel, it makes you wonder. That’s what the night sky does for me.” Cultures around the world have developed different interpretations of celestial bodies, crafting intricate myths and stories to explain the … [Read more...] about Written in the Stars: How Cultures View the Cosmos
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Light Saves Lives
It is time for society to focus its efforts on pain remedies that do not lead to addiction. This is necessary, especially in the United States, where opioid addiction has reached an all-time high. In fact, "more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on [them]", as reported by in an article by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.It is important for … [Read more...] about Light Saves Lives
Meal Points System Needs to Evolve
At the end of the semester, it is common to face one of two problems. Problem one features having an abundance of meal points, while problem two is the complete opposite. Both problems have their pros and cons but are still not an ideal lifestyle for students to adopt. A good solution would be for Pepperdine to implement a system where meal points are connected to students' … [Read more...] about Meal Points System Needs to Evolve
Season of Change
The sun has reemerged, the flowers at Point Dume are in bloom and the butterflies have started their migration. It looks like that groundhog was right: Spring is coming. Spring back home in Seattle means the grass has regained its green hue, the trees are growing new leaves, the birds have begun to sing again outside my window and the weather has peaked at 55 degrees (yes, … [Read more...] about Season of Change
Make Changes, Make Waves
A first-class education at a school ranked as Top 50 in the nation, a close proximity to the beautiful beaches of Malibu, incredible study abroad programs, a tight-knit community and a strong Christian mission — these are just a few things that Pepperdine University boasts. For the most part, students say they are content with their college experiences here. However, … [Read more...] about Make Changes, Make Waves
