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From Eager Interviewer to Becoming Managing Editor

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Conquering my shyness when I first moved to Pepperdine demanded stepping beyond my comfort zone and learning to embrace vulnerability. I embarked on a mission to interview every corner of our vibrant community.Now, I stand as the managing editor of the Graphic, and the metamorphosis within me is evident.I joined this newspaper with intentions: to chat with interesting people, … [Read more...] about From Eager Interviewer to Becoming Managing Editor

Fresh Faces: Pianist Dreams of Inspiring Appreciation for Classical Music

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First-year Makayla Harris performs for the Chloe Ross ceremony in Raitt Recital Hall at Pepperdine University in November. Harris said she was one of the two students selected from the Pepperdine music department to perform. Photos courtesy of Makayla Harris First-year Makayla Harris said her dreams came true when she received the Chloe Ross Scholarship and enrolled in … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: Pianist Dreams of Inspiring Appreciation for Classical Music

Rose Bush

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Written by Nathan HeardArt by Aliya EdwardsA rose bush requires intentional care.It’s a piece of work to keep it healthy,but a piece of work that is rewarding. Roses smell sweet, a scent unparalleled,a paragon of the process of perfection,but the process takes effort. Because every rose has thorns,and if left unattended it becomes easyfor the thorns to outpace the … [Read more...] about Rose Bush

No. 10 Pepperdine Suffers Loss to Unranked UCSB

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Photos by Joanna Cabalquinto Men’s Volleyball played their third match of the season against UC Santa Barbara, ending with a 3-1 loss, bringing their record to 1-2 on the season. The loss also dropped the Waves from No. 10 to No. 12 in the AVCA Division I-II Coaches' Rankings. Senior outside hitter Colby Harriman led the Waves with 17 kills and freshman setter Robert … [Read more...] about No. 10 Pepperdine Suffers Loss to Unranked UCSB

Professor and Student Son Hike Mt. Ararat

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Photo courtesy of Zarik Boghossian Professor of entrepreneurship Zarik Boghossian and his son, freshman Alex Boghossian, completed an expedition this summer to the summit of Mount Ararat. Mt. Ararat is believed by some to be the final resting place of Noah’s Ark The climb took place in July, and took a total of three days. The pair stopped at two separate bases on the way … [Read more...] about Professor and Student Son Hike Mt. Ararat