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Opinion: YikYak Provides Positivity

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Art by Ariana HenryThe popular social media app, YikYak, has taken the young adult world by storm. As of August 2021, it was the third most popular app on the Apple Store in the United States, according to The Fast Company. Its popularity reigns among the Pepperdine community calculating approximately 158 YikYak comments within 24 hours just within the Malibu campus, with a … [Read more...] about Opinion: YikYak Provides Positivity

The Fine Print: Malibu Is Not Perfect (But It’s Pretty Close!)

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Pepperdine is one of the most beautiful college campuses in America, located in gorgeous Malibu, home to some of the best surfing spots in the country. Many students come to Pepperdine to experience living in a small, safe, star-studded community that offers proximity to both stunning beaches and Los Angeles.We are in an amazing place, and living in Malibu has enumerable … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: Malibu Is Not Perfect (But It’s Pretty Close!)

Opinion: Pepperdine Is Not An Accurate Reflection of Global Numbers

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Art by Madeline Duvall People attend college to prepare for the real world and to gain understanding on a global scale. Nonetheless, the statistical numbers of Pepperdine are slightly skewed when discussing prominent and universal issues. It begs the question: Is Pepperdine truly preparing students for the current climate and issue-prone society we live in? Pepperdine is … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Is Not An Accurate Reflection of Global Numbers

How Diversity Shapes Human Interaction

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Art by Gabriella DiGiovanni From race and socioeconomic status to gender and sexual orientation, diversity comes in many different shapes and sizes. For many young adults, college is the first opportunity to encounter diversity. Although it can render human interaction more challenging, two experts and six students agreed that diversity is a necessary and invaluable … [Read more...] about How Diversity Shapes Human Interaction