Senior Michael Gullo strums his guitar. Gullo said his father gifted him a guitar one Christmas when he was a kid. Photo by Lucian HimesAn aha moment is when one experiences a sudden realization, inspiration or insight.My aha moment for writing this article goes like this.I was sitting in my Art Fundamentals class at the beginning of last semester. My professor, Christina … [Read more...] about Pursuit of Passions: Artists Share Their Aha Moments
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Beyond the Byline: Madison Luc
Perspectives Assistant Madison Luc speaks on the environment at the Graphic and how it allows her to write in a welcoming atmosphere. "The Graphic is welcoming to anyone regardless of their background, regardless of their opinions," Luc said. "It's a place where you can share without being discriminated against." ___________________ Follow the Graphic on Twitter: … [Read more...] about Beyond the Byline: Madison Luc
The Transition from an Expectation to a Passion
Photo by Caroline Conder After undergoing brain surgery at 14 years old, senior Ashtyn Adams thought she wanted to go into medicine and become a doctor. While studying abroad in London during Summer 2019, Adams spoke with Rick Marrs, a Religion professor, former provost and chief academic officer at Pepperdine. Marrs complimented her academic work, but his compliments weren’t … [Read more...] about The Transition from an Expectation to a Passion
Hope Dease Finds Hope in Her Faith
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Whether it's sports, music, academics or politics, most people say they have something they are passionate about and stand firm on, even when their peers disagree. For senior International Studies major Hope Dease, that something is her faith. Dease grew up in Edwards, Colo., and went to a Southern Baptist Church, but it … [Read more...] about Hope Dease Finds Hope in Her Faith
