Senior English major Alec Matulka said he views the Graphic as a learning lab that allows members to try new things. "That's part of the joy of it," Matulka said. "Learning new things, getting to try new things as well." ___________________ Follow the Graphic on Twitter: @PeppGraphic Contact Caitlyn Garcia (caitlyn.garcia@pepperdine.edu) and Gabrielle Salgado … [Read more...] about Behind the Byline: Alec Matulka
Confidence
The Beauty of Podcasts: Advocating for Self-Care and Realness in ‘She Talks’
Senior Ale Hurtado sits at her desk. Hurtado said she shares her life experiences on her podcast, "She Talks," to inspire others to embrace their true selves. Photos by Lucian HimesWhile beauty and wellness play a different role in everyone’s lives, senior Ale Hurtado said she uses her podcast to inspire people to be the most authentic version of themselves.“She … [Read more...] about The Beauty of Podcasts: Advocating for Self-Care and Realness in ‘She Talks’
Fresh Faces: Athlete Shares His Confidence With the Pepperdine Community
First-year Timothy Jackson smiles for his volleyball photo in August 2019 at Eagle Rock Jr./Sr. High School in Eagle Rock, CA. Jackson said he was the varsity volleyball team captain during his senior year. Photos courtesy of Timothy JacksonFirst-year Timothy Jackson was 5-foot-3 when he began high school. He played volleyball, but he said his teammates and coaches doubted his … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: Athlete Shares His Confidence With the Pepperdine Community
Social Media Pressures Others to Be Their Best
Back in the day, Sally didn’t compare her life to others. She got mostly B's in school, and a couple C's that her parents still don't know about. She enjoyed reading historical fiction and joining family on vacations to Montana. She was introverted, to say the least, but savored her solitude. Overall, Sally was happy with who she was. She was content. Then Sally got a smart … [Read more...] about Social Media Pressures Others to Be Their Best
Central Gardens Support Community
Graphic by Nate BartonI'm not entirely sure where I fall on the transcendental spectrum, though I think that it's safe to safe that I'm somewhere in between Larry Bell and Thoreau. I recycle and try to carpool, but I am admittedly not nearly as eco-friendly as I probably should be in this day and age. I appreciate it when I am provided, by means of education, ways in which to … [Read more...] about Central Gardens Support Community
