Art by Sacha Irick “Don’t drink and drive” is an expression today’s college-age adults hear so frequently that it has arguably become cliche and lost its gravity. Nonetheless, drunk drivers are involved in about one out of every three fatal car crashes, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Nearly 11,000 lives were lost as a result of “alcohol-impaired” drivers … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Check yourself before you wreck yourself
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All-nighters compromise health
With final exams looming on the horizon, students are scrambling to finish up semester projects and end the semester with good grades — all while balancing different aspects of their lives. With so much to do and so little time, some students may decide to pull an all-nighter to accomplish everything they have been putting off. However, research shows that staying up all night … [Read more...] about All-nighters compromise health
Put it out: University considers tighter restrictions on smoking
The University Management Committee (UMC) is considering tightening its current regulations with regards to smoking cigarettes on campus. As early as fall 2012, Pepperdine could become a smoke-free university. Although it would be referred to as a smoke-free campus, smoking would be allowed in designated areas. If the UMC formally approves the policy change, smokers would have … [Read more...] about Put it out: University considers tighter restrictions on smoking