Transparency item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. When my sister Arpi Sahakian, a cinematographer and podcast producer at PGM,and I tell people that we’re twins, their reactions consist of questions like, "Do you guys have that twin telepathy thing?” “So, who is … [Read more...] about Opinion: There Are Hidden Downsides to Being a Twin
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Opinion: One Best Friend Is Limiting
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
Review: ‘Futureproof’ Proves Standing Out Is Unique
Photos courtesy of Bradley GriffinPepperdine’s “Futureproof” successfully captured the internal conflict between belonging in society and being oneself. Director Cathy Thomas-Grant, professor of theatre, strongly displayed the importance of individuality in leading Lynda Radley’s play. Radley originally wrote the play in 2011 and it premiered in … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Futureproof’ Proves Standing Out Is Unique
You Can’t Test This … Unless You Want To
Art by Madeline DuvallStudents at Pepperdine have some of the highest performing and capable minds. For some, the realization that they are among others of like-minded brilliance may ignite an identity crisis. Personality tests grant students the opportunity to find themselves in a crowded field through self-actualization, the realization of one's potential, and provide a means … [Read more...] about You Can’t Test This … Unless You Want To
Labels Should Not Define People
A label: a description of contents attached to an item that tries to identify it, according to Merriam Webster. These labels are present on food items, where calories, fats, sugars, et cetera, of that food are found. These labels describe the good in simple terms and are definitive, usually not changing with time. Why then is society stuck in a time of labeling people, as … [Read more...] about Labels Should Not Define People
