Pepperdine Women’s Swim and Dive senior Tay Thomas became the fourth fastest woman in history to complete the True Width Swim of Lake Tahoe on July 30. The marathon was a total of 12.3 miles, and Thomas finished with an unofficial time of 5:03.52, which is the fastest recorded time of 2023, according to Pepperdine Athletics. “It felt like I … [Read more...] about Tay Thomas: Making Waves in History
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Good News: Cultivate A Heart of Thankfulness
Welcome to week five. I think to myself, “Where did the past four weeks go?” It appears I was swept up into a whirlwind of multiple 8 a.m., classes, late-night homework assignments and a variety of student activities. Monday morning comes like a subway train bright and early. The startling chime of my alarm clock mimics the all too familiar bing-bong sound of the New York … [Read more...] about Good News: Cultivate A Heart of Thankfulness
Film Review: ‘Barbie’ Is a Tragedy
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. The review is the opinion of the writer. Spoilers for "Barbie" are mentioned in this article. The movie "Barbie" is now expected to be the top-grossing film of the year. Greta Gerwig directed the movie, which … [Read more...] about Film Review: ‘Barbie’ Is a Tragedy
Opinion: You Can Survive Being Alone in College
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. In high school, I had a shining image of what college would be like: a fresh start with many opportunities to meet new people and forge close friendships. But reality didn’t completely fulfill my expectations. The … [Read more...] about Opinion: You Can Survive Being Alone in College
Advice Column: Resolving Friend Collisions
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic includes an advice column based on new topics and different writers' thoughts. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Hey there Waves, Picture this: you're strolling around Pepperdine's main campus, enjoying the sunny vibes and casual banter with your friend. All of a sudden, a person only your friend … [Read more...] about Advice Column: Resolving Friend Collisions