Art by Peau PorotesanoI should be a Republican. I'm fairly politically moderate, but my whole family is die-hard Republican. I even wore a McCain-Palin T-shirt in eighth grade after they had lost the election. However, this year is the first time I will vote in a presidential election, and I have found myself in some kind of political wasteland. I, and other would-be … [Read more...] about Young Moderates Refuse to Settle for Trump
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We Are Entitled To Ask For Help
Art by Peau PorotesanoBefore I went abroad, I was warned that everyone tends to experience a sort of “aha” moment at some point during his or her time away. Once the end of my second semester started to approach, I decided that perhaps this wasn't the time for my moment. I’ve since realized I was wrong. The end of a semester, an ending that might seem trivial … [Read more...] about We Are Entitled To Ask For Help
Staff Editorial: Continue the Discussion of Race
Image by Rachal MarquezEditor's Note: This article was originally published in a special section on race in the Graphic.This past year, Pepperdine students have publicly considered what the ideals of equality and diversity mean to this community. Racist Yik Yak comments and a Blackface image posted on social media have ignited important and difficult conversations for students, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Continue the Discussion of Race
Life Goes On, and So Do We
Art by Peau PorotesanoIt is absolutely not an understatement to say that this school year, and this semester in particular, have been by far the most difficult for me. It has reflected in my anxiety levels, sleep schedule, diet and relationships; I have spent countless hours venting to friends and sacrificed sleep and sanity to check one more thing off my to-do list. This … [Read more...] about Life Goes On, and So Do We
Let Peace on Earth Begin with Me
Art by Peau PorotesanoSongfest has always been Pepperdine's oldest campus-wide tradition. Since 1973, thousands of students have been involved with the annual event, from performing with a group or being student managers. The things that people always cherish about Songfest are the memories created, friendships created and even dance moves memorized. Although these are some of … [Read more...] about Let Peace on Earth Begin with Me