Photo courtesy of Cooker Perkins Storm A major fear for many people with disabilities is being treated differently. Psychology Professor Tomas Martinez, who has post-polio syndrome, said people would talk to him differently because of his disability when he was younger. Now he believes that people are becoming better at communicating with him. “It is an area that as we … [Read more...] about People with Disabilities Discuss their Communication Experiences
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A New Way of Communication: How Social Media Shapes Interactions
Photo courtesy of Geoffrey Leong Art by Ally Armstrong LOL, <3, 😊, OMG, g2g, 😘 & 🤗. These messaging symbols and acronyms have infiltrated their way into the human experience and the relationships humans hold. LOL signifies humor, <3 signifies love, OMG represents shock and g2g means 'got to go'. Even facial expressions can now be … [Read more...] about A New Way of Communication: How Social Media Shapes Interactions
The Reality of College Roommates
Art by Ally Armstrong When human beings with different traits and qualities come together under one roof, contrasting personalities can clash or compliment each other. But one thing is clear — living with a roommate is a major learning experience for all involved. “Make sure you pick people you know and trust," Communication Professor Kenneth Waters said. "Know how to … [Read more...] about The Reality of College Roommates
The Benefits of Communicating with People Opposite You
Art by Samantha Miller Pepperdine students have different appearances, come from different places and have different beliefs. In a world full of these differences, communicating with people opposite you can seem like a daunting task, but according to experts and Seaver students, it's ultimately a rewarding one. "You can learn anything from anybody," sophomore Myles … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Communicating with People Opposite You
TV Review: ‘Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father’ Depicts Impact of Age Difference
The official poster for season 4 of Netflix's "Jack Whitehall: Travels with my Father" displays Jack (left) and Michael (right) Whitehall in front of the Sydney Opera House, where they visited. Michael was annoyed with his son, and he seldom complimented Jack during their travels.Photos courtesy of NetflixIn 2017, Netflix launched the TV documentary series "Jack Whitehall: … [Read more...] about TV Review: ‘Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father’ Depicts Impact of Age Difference
