Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal A year and a half of COVID-19 talk, COVID-19 arguments and COVID-19 opinions — and the debates are ongoing. People question everything from whether the virus is fake to whether the pandemic will ever end. While there might be relief in sight for the pandemic, there isn't any in sight for the ongoing divide over its … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Breeds a Plethora of Opinions
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Chase Johnson Champions Productive Disagreement
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal When controversy erupted at the Freedom Wall concerning abortion rights Sept. 29, discourse quickly became tense, and emotions ran high on both sides of the discussion. Senior Political Science major Chase Johnson, Student Government Association president, said the events surrounding the Freedom Wall highlighted an issue … [Read more...] about Chase Johnson Champions Productive Disagreement
A Small World: International Music Breaks Dividing Lines Between Cultures
Music is deeply rooted in human nature, transcending cultural boundaries. Students who discover and appreciate international music find a tie between heritage and background. “I think it's important for students to expose themselves to things such as music and art because learning about other cultures shouldn't be one-dimensional,” senior Sustainability major Florencia … [Read more...] about A Small World: International Music Breaks Dividing Lines Between Cultures
What is Global Citizenship?
Stamp-filled passports lay open. Much like a passport, the journey toward global citizenship is like collecting stamps — gathering diverse perspectives in the pursuit of a holistic worldview. The globe has 195 countries, 19,495 cities and 7.753 billion people. With a world population that large, global citizenship may be a hard concept to comprehend. However, those who take … [Read more...] about What is Global Citizenship?
Pepperdine Students Engage in Global Opportunities After Graduation
2020 alumna Milan Loiacono glances back at the camera while walking down a corridor in Vienna, Austria. Photo courtesy of Milan Loiacono It’s a question that lurks in every college student’s mind. What to do after college? For some students, the answer is easy: Go abroad. The decision to go abroad is the product of planning and conversations with advisers and professors. … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Engage in Global Opportunities After Graduation