Art by Vivian Hsia 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 recent years, there has been a shift from majoring in the humanities to more STEM based majors, according to the American Academy of Art and Science. Despite this shift, employer demand for soft skills — … [Read more...] about Opinion: Choose Humanities Over Tech
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Rant and Rave: Nothing Corny About Candy Corn
Art by Stella EngelRave: Candy Corn is the Glue Holding Society TogetherEven though candy corn might not be a favorite fall food, everyone must consider the cultural impact candy corn has on our society, which cements its status as one of the greatest holiday treats to ever exist.Never mind the taste, as it is always subjective. For example, some people may not actually like … [Read more...] about Rant and Rave: Nothing Corny About Candy Corn
Opinion: Find Gratitude Without a Car
Art by HeeJoo RohAs a car-less student at Pepperdine, it can feel like I am stuck on campus. If you are facing a similar situation, don’t give up hope yet — I've found there are many benefits to living on campus without owning a vehicle.As I navigate my first semester at Pepperdine, I’ve found countless opportunities to build relationships, tap into on-campus … [Read more...] about Opinion: Find Gratitude Without a Car
Staff Editorial: Rest is All We Need
Art by Amber Shin Imagine this: You’ve just finished a grueling day of classes and hours of homework, and you're about to crash because you are exhausted. Except you can’t. Your neighbors are blasting music at 1 a.m. Two hours later, you wake up to people playing basketball on the court, dribbling the ball and shouting at each other. Then, around 8 a.m., you’re awoken by … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Rest is All We Need
Opinion: More Women Should Learn Jiujitsu
Art by Hee Joo RohAs a 5-foot-tall woman, people are astounded when they hear I can take down a man twice my size and weight. It’s not because I have super-strength or amazing athletic abilities. What allows me to do this is simple — I know jiujitsu.Besides the fact jiujitsu is a physical activity that helps improve my physical health, learning jiujitsu has also … [Read more...] about Opinion: More Women Should Learn Jiujitsu