New Bank of America digital CVV debit/Visa card. Photo courtesy of Reddit. Credit card fraud is not only one of the fastest-growing types of fraud but also one of the most difficult to prevent. IT Senior Client Tech Analyst Sara Fernandez does not frequent gas stations, notorious for credit card skimmers, because she has an electric car. So when she opened her personal … [Read more...] about Sophisticated Credit Card Scams Target Younger Audience
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Meal Points System Needs to Evolve
At the end of the semester, it is common to face one of two problems. Problem one features having an abundance of meal points, while problem two is the complete opposite. Both problems have their pros and cons but are still not an ideal lifestyle for students to adopt. A good solution would be for Pepperdine to implement a system where meal points are connected to students' … [Read more...] about Meal Points System Needs to Evolve
Staff Editorial: Wealth Doesn’t Belong in College Admissions
Art by Caitlin Roark Fifty people were indicted in a college admission bribery scandal Tuesday, March 12. The case concluded that parents involved in the scheme paid a total of $25 million to William Singer, a college admission consultant, between 2011 and 2019. They used a private college test preparation organizer to arrange for another individual to take the exam, or … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Wealth Doesn’t Belong in College Admissions
Be a Responsible Consumer
Art by Ally Armstrong The desire to make a difference is a common thread that runs through the hearts of many college students. However, in the face of a massive and systematic world, doing so can seem like a lofty and unattainable goal.Despite this, students actually have a remarkable capacity to spark change. Students can make a significant difference by shopping with high … [Read more...] about Be a Responsible Consumer
Staff Editorial: End the Cap on Donated Meal Points
Art by Caitlin Roark Pepperdine students either have meal points, or they need them. The coveted points have long been a controversial topic on Pepperdine’s campus, and some students remain dissatisfied with the school’s policies. Valuable meal points end up going to waste, as students often mistakenly purchase meal plans that are too large for their dietary needs. The … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: End the Cap on Donated Meal Points
