Art by Peau Porotesano Love is love is love. How often does that need to be said? It is 2018, surely the world would know this by now and be accepting and loving of all members of our community. Unfortunately, this is not the case.The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) recently published a study conducted by the Harris Poll, and picked up by many other … [Read more...] about Crossroads: Learn to Love the Rainbow
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“Lady Bird” Hits Home: A Conversation with Greta Gerwig
Photos courtesy of IMDB and A24 FilmsAfter winning two Golden Globes “Lady Bird” is flying into awards season buzz.The film, written and directed by Greta Gerwig, portrays a contentious mother-daughter relationship framed in love. Since its release, it has gained critical acclaim. In late November, it broke a Rotten Tomatoes record for most consecutive … [Read more...] about “Lady Bird” Hits Home: A Conversation with Greta Gerwig
Practice the Art of College Chivalry
Art by Peau Porotesano Fellow lords, ladies and various peasants: In the honor and preservation of the art of chivalry established in tradition by noble knights of the round table, it is suitable to provide particular guidelines to the aid of campus love. Other documents have, in the past, aided young people down the winding path of love. For example, "The Art of Courtly … [Read more...] about Practice the Art of College Chivalry
Why Can’t We Have Cultural Statues, Too?
Image courtesy of the BSAThe new school year is in full swing, and so is the Black Student Association (BSA) here at Pepperdine. BSA is continuing to promote diversity, inclusion and cultural competency, as some occupants of our university are lacking in education on these issues. On a larger scale, the nation has entered a new era, yet liberty and justice for all has still … [Read more...] about Why Can’t We Have Cultural Statues, Too?
Don’t Crush Me
Art by Sybil ZhangThis past Thursday, my father called to give me fatherly advice and such: something about finances, and finding a job, oh and making a move on a guy if I think he’s cute. While I think that my father dearest had the best intentions when he prescribed this last course of action to me, I would like to explain why talking to your crush is a horrible, if not … [Read more...] about Don’t Crush Me