Art by Sybil Zhang The dominating theme I heard from alumni of International Programs was that their year or semester abroad was one of the best of their lives. During the first weeks of my time abroad, I wondered if that would also be the case for me. Not only did I struggle with linguistic and societal differences, but I also had to undergo this transition with limited … [Read more...] about Homesickness Is Normal
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Staff Editorial: PGM Offers Perks and Public Service
Art by Peau PorotesanoPepperdine students are encouraged often to find ways to give back and serve their community. Working at Pepperdine Graphic Media is a form of service that comes with more than a few perks.PGM offers a variety of jobs and experiences. Students not only create articles and opinion pieces like this for the weekly paper, but they coordinate online content, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: PGM Offers Perks and Public Service
This is the End as We Know It
Graphic by Nate BartonUrban Dictionary defines Senioritis as, "A crippling disease that strikes high school seniors." I found this definition shortly before this article was due while also working on a group project, so it's safe to say it strikes college seniors as well. It's not necessarily just good or bad, though. Senioritis can be positive or negative, depending on how it … [Read more...] about This is the End as We Know It
Embrace What You Enjoy
Graphic by Nate BartonI love dogs.I mean, I am the ultimate dog person. As in, whenever I'm driving and I see a dog with their owner on the sidewalk or in another car, I yell the word "dog" so loudly that people in neighboring cars turn their heads and stare. 'Why would she do such a embarrassing and bizarre thing?' you might ask.I find dogs to be the purest things on this … [Read more...] about Embrace What You Enjoy
I *Still* Couldn’t Help But Wonder…
Graphic by Nate BartonFrom the outside, Carrie Bradshaw from the show, "Sex and the City," which first aired in 1998, is the quintessential example of off-the-beaten-path fashion: The Manolo Blahniks, the tulle skirt in the opening credits, or the iconic "Carrie" nameplate necklace that she always wears. Not only is she a style icon, but she is also a successful columnist, … [Read more...] about I *Still* Couldn’t Help But Wonder…
