The spring 2025 PIT troupe poses together after their show April 18. The new fall PIT troupe has their first performance together Oct. 4. Photos courtesy of Reece McDaniel The Pepperdine Improv Troupe (PIT) is back for another season of laughs. After adding 15 new members, PIT is gearing up for their first show Oct. 4. Through a lively audition process filled with skits, games … [Read more...] about PIT Celebrates 25 Years of Comedy, Community
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Opinion: AI is a Symptom of the Educational Problem
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Artificial Intelligence — also known as AI — is everywhere nowadays. Students use it to complete homework assignments, educators use it to generate assignment material and others use it as a therapist. The Swedish Prime … [Read more...] about Opinion: AI is a Symptom of the Educational Problem
Residents of Malibu and Pacific Palisades Reflect on City Response to Devastating Wildfires
The scorched Malibu coastline shows damage after burning in the 27-day Palisades Fire. This part of Pacific Coast Highway was not drivable for over five months. Photo courtesy of Brent Flaaten The Palisades and Eaton fires destroyed 16,080 structures, according to The Los Angeles Times. Many of these were homes, which residents said held memories and an attachment that cannot … [Read more...] about Residents of Malibu and Pacific Palisades Reflect on City Response to Devastating Wildfires
Opinion: The Normalization of Plastic Surgery Harms Women
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. In recent years, cosmetic procedures like nose jobs, Botox and lip fillers have become increasingly common, according to Women's Health. What was once rare or stigmatized is now often seen as routine maintenance, comparable to … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Normalization of Plastic Surgery Harms Women
Students Reminisce About Their Treasured Childhood Possessions
Senior Milena Velez smiles with her stuffed animal Bunny in 2010. Velez said Bunny used to have a pink and white striped bow but it fell off. Photo courtesy of Milena Velez Childhood possessions, such as a baby blanket or stuffed animal, are often considered people's most treasured possessions. These childhood possessions have watched their owners grow up and been there as a … [Read more...] about Students Reminisce About Their Treasured Childhood Possessions