Graphic by Nate BartonI recently attended a Weight Watchers meeting and what they were teaching extended far beyond weight. It delved into an idea that applies to every aspect of life. The lesson was self-compassion, a principle that encourages every individual to be as kind to themselves as they would a best friend. In the context of weight loss, this means to forgive … [Read more...] about Embracing Self-Compassion
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Network with Social Media
Graphic by Nate Barton As students prepare to move into the working world after they graduate, they should try to take advantage of the growing impact of social media and networking media. To use social media to its fullest potential, people should start purposefully making their presence known to possible employers online. By following people in a specific field on … [Read more...] about Network with Social Media
Pro: Allow More Pets On Campus
Art by Madeline DuvallLife without pets is rough. Students who have grown up surrounded by loving, furry friends come to college and might not see an animal for weeks or even months.The Pepperdine Student Handbook allows students to have service and support animals in the dorms, and does not allow other animals in any buildings or dorms. Students should be allowed to have … [Read more...] about Pro: Allow More Pets On Campus
Appreciate Fiction
Graphic by Nate BartonA few professors in the Creative Writing department start their first class meetings with a very important question: “Why does fiction matter?” People might understand that fiction is important, but it is harder to pinpoint exactly why it is so significant. Fiction strengthens people’s worlds by distributing information, common … [Read more...] about Appreciate Fiction
React to the Past at Pepperdine
Art by Madeline DuvallReacting to the Past is a role-playing pedagogy style in which students study the past by jumping into characters with goals that they have to advance in the setting of these games. Professor Chris Heard, a Pepperdine Religion professor who has been following the development of Reacting to the Past since 2008, said the games are “about as close as we … [Read more...] about React to the Past at Pepperdine