Andres Benson organizes clothing in Faherty, a local retail shop. Benson said he started working there during his first year at Pepperdine and appreciates the workplace and friendships he has made. Photo by Liza Esquibias Sophomore Alondra Mendoza found a new community moving to Malibu this fall — her coworkers and local customers at Point Dume restaurant Thaia.Students, … [Read more...] about Off-Campus Jobs Connect Students to the Local Community
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Petty Perspectives: In-N-Out — Enjoy the Finer Fries in Life
I had never tasted fries I did not like — until I tried McDonald’s.As someone born and raised in California, I grew up eating In-N-Out. I did not realize it at the time, but this set my expectations high. I figured all fast-food fries were good. I thought I could count on any drive-thru to satisfy my craving for a salty snack on a road trip. I was wrong.I very … [Read more...] about Petty Perspectives: In-N-Out — Enjoy the Finer Fries in Life
Pepp Deliberates Over a New GE Curriculum
Graphic by Ali Levens Potential reforms to the General Education curriculum are on the horizon at Pepperdine. After five years of discussions within the University, the GE Review Committee will come together to debate and finalize the proposed changes this year. The GE curriculum at Pepperdine looks almost identical to the curriculum 35 years ago, said Paul Begin, … [Read more...] about Pepp Deliberates Over a New GE Curriculum
Exploring New Age Serenity with Crystals and Spirituality
Sound healer Dana Austin sets up a sound bath session on Will Rogers State Beach in Malibu. Austin said she hopes her clients leave with a deeper connection to their souls. Photo courtesy of Charles Wong Spirituality does not have a single definition; rather, people tend to use the term to reference what ties their beliefs to their actions. Everyone has different reasons why … [Read more...] about Exploring New Age Serenity with Crystals and Spirituality
Opinion: Abolish the Electoral College — Democracy Depends on It
Art by Autumn HardwickYour vote matters — but if the Electoral College is abolished, it will matter even more.When the United States founders established the Electoral College, it was a way to balance the influence of smaller states with that of larger ones. Now, however, this purpose is no longer served. In fact, the Electoral College disregards the voices of millions of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Abolish the Electoral College — Democracy Depends on It