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Opinion: Abolish Grades

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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. For many college students, time and energy is devoted to earning high grades. Grades, among other factors, are the key to success for graduate school and ultimately leading into the workforce. However, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Abolish Grades

Opinion: Open-Note Exams Benefit Students’ Futures

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Art by Samantha Miller School is meant to prepare students for the future, providing them with skills and knowledge they can benefit from forever. Closed-note exams, however, do not help students achieve this goal.Studies show closed-note exams create anxiety, promote cramming and encourage short-term memorization — all of which actually result in lower long-term … [Read more...] about Opinion: Open-Note Exams Benefit Students’ Futures

The Transition from an Expectation to a Passion

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Photo by Caroline Conder After undergoing brain surgery at 14 years old, senior Ashtyn Adams thought she wanted to go into medicine and become a doctor. While studying abroad in London during Summer 2019, Adams spoke with Rick Marrs, a Religion professor, former provost and chief academic officer at Pepperdine. Marrs complimented her academic work, but his compliments weren’t … [Read more...] about The Transition from an Expectation to a Passion

COVID-19 Brain Fog Leaves Students Feeling Unmotivated

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Art by Samantha MillerWhile there are immediate symptoms of COVID, some community members said they weren't expecting symptoms after contagion. One part of the pandemic, COVID brain fog, is causing individuals to feel unmotivated and confused. COVID brain fog occurs when an individual finds it difficult to think and focus after testing positive for COVID, according to The New … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Brain Fog Leaves Students Feeling Unmotivated