Art by Peau Porotesano The recent box office success of Marvel’s “Black Panther,” released Feb. 16, and Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” released March 9, made history the first weekend the two films were in theaters simultaneously. “Black Panther” and “A Wrinkle in Time” held the No. 1 and No. 2 spots for box office earnings the weekend of March 9, making it the first time … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Encourage Diversity in Films
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Students Reflect on the Use of Racial Microaggressions on Campus
Photo by Kayla Lee “What are you?” “Where are you really from?” “You don’t act like a normal Black person.” “You don’t look like you speak Spanish.” “I never think of you as a real Asian.” These statements capture a more subtle form of racism. Known as microaggressions, these phrases are everyday verbal snubs or insults that communicate hostile, derogatory or negative … [Read more...] about Students Reflect on the Use of Racial Microaggressions on Campus
From Two Worlds, De Dos Mundos
Photos by Jenna Aguilera English: I am White. My skin is pale most of the year, and I’ve had more than a few remarks on my “Valley Girl accent.” I’ve had friends count how many times I use the word “like,” and I visit Starbucks on the regular. Half of my wardrobe could be considered “basic,” and I grew up in a predominantly White community. By society’s standards, I … [Read more...] about From Two Worlds, De Dos Mundos
Dodgers Unite L.A. Community
Art by Peau PorotesanoDuring the past month, the city of Los Angeles and all of Southern California watched eagerly as the Los Angeles Dodgers did something they hadn't done for 29 years — clinched a World Series berth. For the first time in a lifetime, Dodgers fans watched their team play the Houston Astros in one of the most exciting and whirlwind series in baseball … [Read more...] about Dodgers Unite L.A. Community
Seaver Committee Collaborates on Diversity General Education Course
Graphic Courtesy of Pepperdine Office of Institutional Effectiveness Seaver faculty and students are considering a recommendation for a diversity general education course focused on cultural competency. Students first formally voiced concerns and presented requests for this course during a campus protest against racial discrimination Nov. 13, 2015, according to a Graphic … [Read more...] about Seaver Committee Collaborates on Diversity General Education Course
