Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Like many college first years, I was anxious to begin my academic career in college. I was intimidated by college classrooms and professors.During my first weeks of classes, I was put at ease by friendly classroom environments … [Read more...] about Opinion: Learn and Use People’s Names
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Weathering the Storm: Navigating Moments of Change
Photo courtesy of Emma Lake | First-year Biology major Emma Lake underwent hip surgery in December 2021, where screws were placed in her hip to help with her hip dysplasia. She will have to schedule another operation to have the screws removed. Life-changing moments force or allow individuals to take on new roles or new perspectives in life. Such moments may include … [Read more...] about Weathering the Storm: Navigating Moments of Change
The Power Behind A Name
Junior Chun Tung Jackie Chan said he also goes by his Chinese name: 陳鎮東 (Chen Zhen Dong). Chan said his first name, Zhen Dong, means “to conquer the east." Photos by Megan Williams For junior Psychology major Anitiz Muonagolu, his name connects him to his Igbo, Nigerian heritage — but it also points to the hope he will one day reconnect with his African roots. Muonagolu is … [Read more...] about The Power Behind A Name
Don’t Let Them Mispronounce Your Name
Art by Ally ArmstrongI have heard it all. The name “Anastassia” pronounced as ana-STAY-zhuh, ah-na-STAH-shyah, ah-na-stah-SEE-ya, or worse, watered down to Stacy, Annie, Ana, Stas. The question, “What pronunciation do you prefer?” was the hardest one to answer. I simply wanted to say, “Whatever is easiest for you.” Over time, I realized that … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Them Mispronounce Your Name
NameCoach App Simplifies Introductions
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine University No longer will teachers fumble over students' names and struggle with pronounciation. Dean of Seaver College Michael Feltner introduced via email an application called NameCoach that will allow students to provide their preferred name along with a link to a recording of them speaking their name. The application is expected to go … [Read more...] about NameCoach App Simplifies Introductions
