Since its establishment in 1976 under the presidency of Gerald Ford, Black History Month — commonly referred to as BHM — has been a principal celebration of the Black American identity. For decades following, Black communities around the nation have celebrated the annual observance of Black culture and history, according to NPR.Each year, a special theme is chosen … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Celebrates Black History Month
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Former Attorneys Present New Poetry Collections
On Jan. 30, Kate Bolton Bonnici, assistant professor of English, and visiting poet Laura Reece Hogan read aloud from their new poetry books in the Surfboard Room of Payson Library. The reading was their opening event, showcasing their recently published books, and they plan to take an extended tour during spring break in Alabama, according to Bonnici's website. Lisa Smith, … [Read more...] about Former Attorneys Present New Poetry Collections
Opinion: Pepperdine Law Library Better Than Payson Library
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Studying is an essential element to success while taking college courses. For many students, study spots make or break how much information they are able to grasp. Pepperdine has numerous areas perfect for studying such as … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Law Library Better Than Payson Library
Opinion: Alarm Clocks Unnecessarily Quicken Pace of Life
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. As I was walking into the Pepperdine Payson Library a few weeks ago, I heard the default Apple alarm tone, Radar, suddenly, loudly, go off. My body froze. I stopped in my tracks. Stress came over me. The feeling that I was … [Read more...] about Opinion: Alarm Clocks Unnecessarily Quicken Pace of Life
Striking the Match: Students and Institutions Combat College Burnout
Go to class, go to work, do homework, socialize, take exams, eat, sleep and repeat. College students and health and wellness experts said college burnout should be addressed on personal as well as institutional levels. Burnout negatively impacts student’s mental well-being and academic performance, creating unhealthy habits and a life of imbalance, said Sharleen O’Brien, … [Read more...] about Striking the Match: Students and Institutions Combat College Burnout
