Editor’s Note: PGM staff members decide on the topic of a Staff Ed together. The staff as a whole provides opinions and content included in this Staff Ed to provide thoughts about and shed light on solutions for happenings at Pepperdine. Dear Pepperdine, Happy Valentine's Day! During this time of love, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued readership … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Journalism Is a Labor of Love
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Staff Editorial: Graphic Starts Fresh With Renewed Commitments to Coverage
Art by Vivian Hsia A fresh start can be intimidating, but also exciting. Each semester, the Graphic assigns new and returning staff members to their positions. This gives us the opportunity to grow in different areas, but also to answer your needs better through a diverse staff with unique experiences, perspectives and skill sets. The Graphic is a place where we aim to inform … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Graphic Starts Fresh With Renewed Commitments to Coverage
Letter From the Editor
Photo by Caroline Conder A presentation that Sonya Singh gave to Pepperdine Graphic Media in Fall 2021 inspired the theme of this edition of Currents. Singh, a professional photographer and professor at California Baptist University, showed her images to the group and spoke about each moment. From there, the idea of moments has captivated my attention. I find that moments … [Read more...] about Letter From the Editor
Opinion: You Should Join Our Perspectives Team
Art by Vivian HsiaAn organization is more multifaceted than people realize. I mean, not everyone who works at a hospital is a doctor. Not every personnel member practices law in a law firm.The same works for journalism — more specifically, the Graphic. More people need to dabble in journalism and the multitude of ways it allows people to interact with the community. And … [Read more...] about Opinion: You Should Join Our Perspectives Team
Holding on To Hope in an Age of Distrust
Infographic by Makena Huey Being a journalist at the height of distrust of the media is challenging, especially for those who are early in their careers. But journalists and those who study journalism are working through the problem to find solutions — most of which revolve around relationships and education. Although distrust is most prevalent among younger generations — … [Read more...] about Holding on To Hope in an Age of Distrust
