Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. I was raised in a family of what is jokingly referred to as "Easter Christmas Catholics," also called "A&P Catholics," a term that references Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday. Most of my religious education occurred in … [Read more...] about Questioning Religion Is Important
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Beyoncé Reclaims Country Music For Black Culture
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. Beyoncé made a rare appearance in a commercial for Verizon and their 5G network in her attempts to "break the internet." She finished the ad with, "OK they ready, drop the new music … [Read more...] about Beyoncé Reclaims Country Music For Black Culture
‘He Led Us Like Family’: Men’s Basketball Reflects on Playing for Lorenzo Romar
Lorenzo Romar, former Pepperdine Men’s Basketball head coach, has concluded his tenure as head coach following the end of the 2023-24 Men’s Basketball season, Pepperdine Athletics confirmed to the Graphic. Romar coached at Pepperdine from 1996-99 and 2018-24, where he had a 117-156 record with the Waves. Former players of his said Romar has an incredible character, and they … [Read more...] about ‘He Led Us Like Family’: Men’s Basketball Reflects on Playing for Lorenzo Romar
Tatum Wynalda: Back from Injury and Destined for Success
Tatum Wynalda was born ready to compete, her mother Amy Ward said. Wynalda is a sophomore midfielder and forward on the Women’s Soccer team, who had an outstanding debut her freshman season.Wynalda earned United Soccer Coaches All-West Region second team honors, All-WCC second team honors and was named to the WCC All-Freshman team, according to Pepperdine Athletics. She … [Read more...] about Tatum Wynalda: Back from Injury and Destined for Success
Opinion: Drop the Phone, Touch Grass Instead
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 a teenager, I used to always roll my eyes and laugh at older generations who scorned the modern technology that fit into everyone’s pockets.“It’s those damn phones!” was the popular phrase satirized on … [Read more...] about Opinion: Drop the Phone, Touch Grass Instead