Art by Vivian Hsia Though people often overlook kindness in day-to-day life, it can have long-lasting effects on the giver and the world around them. Mother Teresa was the mother of kindness — she dedicated her life to serving others, and built her life on selflessness, according to Nobel Prize. Through her, people can see the living, breathing example of the beauty in a kind … [Read more...] about Opinion: Give Kindness More Often
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Review: Taylor Swift Breaks Records at Midnight
Art by Vivian Hsia Transparency Item: This review is the opinion of the writers. Taylor Swift released her 10th original album titled "Midnights" on Oct. 21, at midnight ET. The album has 13 songs with an additional seven songs on the deluxe album titled "Midnights (3am Edition)." The album reached instant success, breaking two Spotify records — most-streamed album in a … [Read more...] about Review: Taylor Swift Breaks Records at Midnight
Here To Stay: Students Attend Strike Out Queerphobia Protest
Pepperdine students sit in the Amphitheatre on Oct. 11, and listened to students speak about their experiences being LGBTQ+ at Pepperdine at the Strike Out Queerphobia Protest. The protest involved a walkout, said Danica Christy — Crossroads co-president and senior — and protested the Title IX exemption at some religious schools, allowing them to discriminate on the basis of … [Read more...] about Here To Stay: Students Attend Strike Out Queerphobia Protest
Stephane Wrembel Brings the Sound of Django Reinhardt to Smothers Theatre
Five instrumentalists stand on stage in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 23. They performed a set that consisted of music from Django Reinhardt. Photos courtesy of Ron Hall "Shades of Django," a musical tribute to the late guitarist Django Reinhardt, performed a two-hour set in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 23. The event showcased how instrumental music can stand out on its own. Reinhardt … [Read more...] about Stephane Wrembel Brings the Sound of Django Reinhardt to Smothers Theatre
Gash Announces University Updates In November President’s Briefing
On Nov. 2, Pepperdine University hosted the monthly President's Briefing. At the briefing, administration interviewed students, faculty and staff and discussed University updates ranging from construction to upcoming events. "I believe that our work here at Pepperdine is wholesome and noble," said Tomas Bogardus, associate professor of Religion and Philosophy. "And when we do … [Read more...] about Gash Announces University Updates In November President’s Briefing