Art by Sarah RietzTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Having one best friend allows you to have someone you can trust, rely on and confide in. However, limiting yourself to only one best friend can be detrimental to your personal growth and social development. In … [Read more...] about Opinion: One Best Friend Is Limiting
experiences
Embrace Maturity
Graphic by Nate Barton It is difficult to determine when exactly one transitions from childhood to adulthood. Studies have shown that it is the brain that determines one's maturity, not one's age. In addition, people's life experiences also shape who they are. Hence, the brain's development and one's life experiences are what determine a person's maturity. In the United … [Read more...] about Embrace Maturity
Finish Strong, Junior Class
Art by Christine NelsonI have refrained from mentioning the word "graduation" to any senior since probably November. Obviously, I avoid this word to keep my friends from entering the panic-ridden haze that typically accompanies the dreaded word. I also hate mentioning it because when this year's seniors go, we juniors are next. There is no more buffer between us and an unknown … [Read more...] about Finish Strong, Junior Class
Learn To Live In The Moment
Photo by Shannon HansenThis is the age of technology, everyone has their iPhone in-hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. I’m guilty, too. I get wrapped up in a world that isn't even real — a virtual reality that I believe does more harm than good. As one becomes increasingly enveloped in the sphere of the social media world, they isolate themselves from all that … [Read more...] about Learn To Live In The Moment
Seniors Reflect on College
Editors note: due to a procedural error, this story was written on April 9, 2015, but not published until recently. We apologize for any confusion.Art by Sacha IrickI've loved my college experience. I fell in love with Pepperdine the first time I stepped foot on this campus, and I have never once regretted coming here. I have done well academically, I have countless wonderful … [Read more...] about Seniors Reflect on College