After the multiple-vehicle crash on Pacific Coast Highway on Feb. 9, involving four Dance in Flight members and seven members of Pepperdine’s Men’s Basketball Team, the Graphic received video from two student journalists from the scene and used it as a storytelling tool in its coverage of the crash. People reached out to us, concerned that the video was unethical to publish … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: The Graphic Stands By PCH Car Crash Video
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LA County and Pepperdine Prepare for Rainstorms
Photos Courtesy of Carlie OttRainstorms are back, but many students may not understand the risk of flooding, mudslides and falling rocks that comes with the rain."I don't think a lot of people are that concerned," sophomore Morris Chen said about potential mudslides. "Unlike the fire, it's not like you can see it ... it doesn't happen until it happens, and when it happens, it's … [Read more...] about LA County and Pepperdine Prepare for Rainstorms
Malibu Hidden Gem: Pistol and Lucy
Photos by Caryna CaryanAny woman who enjoys fashion knows the experience of buying something they love and later seeing that same item on someone else. This experience is something Alexandria Skouras, owner of the boutique Pistol and Lucy, wants every woman to avoid.“People are individuals,” Skouras said. “I love other boutiques, but everyone sells the same … [Read more...] about Malibu Hidden Gem: Pistol and Lucy
Staff Editorial: Be Informed and Well-Aware During Emergencies
Art by Sybil ZhangPepperdine's four-day over-extended weekend has come and gone, and by now students and faculty have suffered through their postponed quizzes, homework and 8 a.m. call times. But at around 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 20 and all day Monday, Jan. 23, Pepperdine administrators canceled classes due to severe weather and numerous road closures, hindering the ability … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Be Informed and Well-Aware During Emergencies
Part II: PCH Begs for Improvement
Photo by Alec McPike Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series examining safety issues on PCH. PCH is a hotbed for treacherous driving conditions, making it only fitting that the Malibu City Council and local officials are presenting a number of possible improvements for the safety of the community. According to the PCH Safety Study report, funding for the … [Read more...] about Part II: PCH Begs for Improvement