You know that girl at the airport who brought 4 suitcases when IP suggested to only bring two including a carry on? Yes, I’m that person. My name is Kristin Vartan and I’m a fashion fanatic. They say the first step to conquering any addiction is acceptance, but here’s the funny part: I am not planning on decreasing my love for clothes anytime soon. In fact, … [Read more...] about The Lady with Lots of Luggage
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Students Immerse Themselves in BA’s Jewish Culture
Photo courtesy of Anthony WellsThe Buenos Aires program proves Jewish culture can be found in even the most tropical of locations. This past May and June, the Diane and Guilford Glazer Institute for Jewish Studies funded a month-long human rights program in Buenos Aires in collaboration with multiple parties. A group of 12 students spent the month living with Jewish families, … [Read more...] about Students Immerse Themselves in BA’s Jewish Culture
If You’re Uncertain, You’re Right
I traveled 4,150 miles this month without leaving the ground — starting in Los Angeles, and eventually ending up in Miami.In my short time here at Pepperdine, I've met more than a few adventurous travel seekers, like myself. So I'm sure I'm not the only one who traveled during the break. This past spring, I heard all about summer plans but heard even more nervous … [Read more...] about If You’re Uncertain, You’re Right
Anti-Semitism Rises, but it won’t Stop Me
Art by Kris HarperMy dad went to Israel for his first time this year, while on a layover in London, he sent me a text telling about how the airport’s Starbucks sells wine and beer. I’m still not sure if that was a warning from him, telling me to keep my cool while ordering drinks from a London Starbucks, or if it was his way of expressing how little things like … [Read more...] about Anti-Semitism Rises, but it won’t Stop Me
Wi-Fi Update: Towers to be Redesigned in Summer
Photo by Allison HubbardPepperdine’s wireless network in Towers will have a major overhaul this summer, according to Chief Information Officer Jonathan See. Currently, wireless access points are located in the hallways of Towers, which are not penetrating into dorm rooms thus causing a weak signal. The overhaul plans to place wireless access points “into certain … [Read more...] about Wi-Fi Update: Towers to be Redesigned in Summer