Art by Kris HarperHow many times have you heard the phrase "TV rots your brain?" Your mom probably yelled it at you at least once during your childhood, maybe when you were on your sixth episode of SpongeBob and she was really growing tired of that laugh. It's a position that a lot of people take, despite the fact that if your brain is rotting, you have more serious problems … [Read more...] about TV Isn’t the Enemy
Life and Arts
Finding the Best Boba in Town
Photos by Alli BurnisonA common trend across Pepperdine's campus has been an obsession with boba or bubble tea, which is a milk-tea-based drink that contains tapioca balls and comes in a variety of flavors and fashions. The origins of boba tea can be traced back 40 years, as the creation is credited to Taiwanese street tea vendors searching for new drinks to serve to customers, … [Read more...] about Finding the Best Boba in Town
Smothers Tuned in to The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra
Photos by Ashley Ekstrum The Wellington Ukulele Orchestra performed for a packed Smothers Theatre on Saturday and won over crowds with their Kiwi humor and charmingly tiny ukuleles. The eight-person group is currently on a nine-week tour, where they will play 40 shows on the West Coast. From Wellington, New Zealand, the Orchestra travels internationally, performing … [Read more...] about Smothers Tuned in to The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra
Family Art Day Reaches out to Malibu Community
Photos by Rachelle Holdridge Family Art Day painted waves with Malibu locals as the Center for the Arts teamed up with The Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum to create an interactive art day for families. Families gathered on Saturday in Smothers Theatre to see a performance of "The Cat in the Hat" presented by Childsplay and then make correspondingly themed crafts … [Read more...] about Family Art Day Reaches out to Malibu Community
Coffeehouse Live Chooses Student to Open for Spring Concert
Photos by Julia Naman Coffeehouse Live brewed inspiration Saturday night as coffee, doughnuts, cool vibes and talented artists were abundant at the culmination of a series presented by The Board. Wilson Howard struck the right note and was chosen to perform as the opening act of the Spring concert. The performers, Wilson Howard, John Anderson, Marcus Klotz and Christy … [Read more...] about Coffeehouse Live Chooses Student to Open for Spring Concert