Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Growing up, I often felt like having an opinion was a bad thing. Even though nobody ever explicitly said that, the sentiment was palpable in the classrooms at my elementary school. When I, or another female student, would raise a hand to offer an opinion on a topic, I could see the eye rolls across the room. I could see … [Read more...] about Everybody Has One: Letter From the Editor
Everybody Has One
Prof. Colin Enriquez Pushes for the Importance of Diverse Humanities
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Literary scholar, English and Humanities Professor Colin Enriquez said he believes in the importance of studying the humanities with an intentionality toward all peoples. Originally from Brooklyn, N.Y., Enriquez has taught at Seaver College since 2015. In looking backward at the evolution of humanity, Enriquez said … [Read more...] about Prof. Colin Enriquez Pushes for the Importance of Diverse Humanities
The Psychology and Relevance of Opinion: Pepp Community Speaks
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Family. Christian university. Social media. These are all elements that contribute to Pepperdine students' ability to structure their opinions and stand up for them — questioning both good and bad. The more confident and articulate people feel about their perspectives, the more they will continue to express themselves, … [Read more...] about The Psychology and Relevance of Opinion: Pepp Community Speaks
Shoe Speak with Gibson Stump: Sneaker Culture Shapes Fashion and Lives
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Senior Sport Administration major Gibson Stump may not dress in designer clothes, but he sure has opinions on what's cool and stylish. For him, the epitome of style isn't shirts or pants but the soles on the bottom of his feet. Stump said he believes tennis shoes are not only the best thing to wear but also have a range … [Read more...] about Shoe Speak with Gibson Stump: Sneaker Culture Shapes Fashion and Lives
President Jim Gash Emphasizes Growth in Community Life
Photo Courtesy of Jim Gash | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal President Jim Gash said he is passionate about cultivating student community life on campus. Gash, who is from Santa Rosa, Calif., said the issue of community life and student involvement has been personal to him since before assuming the presidency in 2019. Gash graduated from Pepperdine's law school in 1993, and he … [Read more...] about President Jim Gash Emphasizes Growth in Community Life
