Photo by Marie Meneses The words “fiesta” and “vida” automatically come to mind when I think of my Mexican roots. Coming to Pepperdine, I realized it would not be a simple feat finding people with similar backgrounds as mine. I know there are Hispanic students here; however, it is not always easy to find them. Each time I meet someone of Latin American descent, I cannot help … [Read more...] about Hispanic heritage celebrates with dinner
Malibu
Do not procrastinate on not procrastinating
This article was originally supposed to be written about something planned out and specific, but that didn’t really work out. I thought, “600 words. That’s really not that long. No problem.” Turns out I was wrong. Nearly 48 hours later and exactly 91 words in, I realized that I had spent the time checking my email, watching ‘80s cult classics, starting three other articles and … [Read more...] about Do not procrastinate on not procrastinating
Recycled percussion hits Smothers
Photo by Benjamin S. Keoseyan With comedy, fire and plenty of “junk rock” to go around, Recycled Percussion rocked the Smothers Theatre stage Sunday afternoon. Each audience member recieved “recycled instruments,” which had color codes coordinated to each member of the band. The crowd waited for the show to start, making a cacophony of banging and clanging with their … [Read more...] about Recycled percussion hits Smothers
Antonio cuts the competition
Photo by Amy Cummins Tucked inside Malibu’s luxurious Salon at the Yard, hairdresser Antonio Garcia stands behind his client’s chair and examines his work. With his lean frame, leathery, tanned skin and floral button-down shirt, Garcia is a striking contrast to the salon’s sharp white interior. Having a roster of clients that has spanned the likes of Pamela Sue Martin, … [Read more...] about Antonio cuts the competition
Harvest Crafts
The first days of autumn are upon us, and most of us are ready for sweater weather, the handful of trees to change color and pumpkin flavored everything. Autumn is the season of comfort and warmth that comes from being cozy. Sometimes, though, it can be a bit of a task to make a dorm room as comfortable as home, especially during this season. Though it can be tricky, it is … [Read more...] about Harvest Crafts