In an environment where social media is heavily integrated into campus culture, students said they may find themselves comparing their reality to other people’s highlight reels. This dynamic has the power to shape how students think about themselves and each other. Social media offers connection and entertainment and serves as a window into people’s lives — but constantly … [Read more...] about Students Wrestle With Social Media, Being Present
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Movie Review: ‘Wicked For Good’ Defies Gravity and Expectations
Photo courtesy of Universal PicturesTransparency 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."Wicked For Good," is the long-awaited second half of the two-part movie adaptation of the Broadway musical "Wicked." With the immense success of the … [Read more...] about Movie Review: ‘Wicked For Good’ Defies Gravity and Expectations
Men’s Basketball Outlast Portland 67–63 for First WCC Win
Redshirt sophomore Pavle Stosic goes up to contest a shot from the Portland center Jan. 14 at Firestone Fieldhouse. Pepperdine’s improved interior defense was key in pulling away late in the game. Photos by Oliver EvansPepperdine Men’s Basketball earned its first West Coast Conference win of the season with a 67–63 victory over the University of Portland on … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball Outlast Portland 67–63 for First WCC Win
Men’s Basketball Falls in Back and Forth Battle with Long Beach State
Sophomore guard Styles Phipps looks to make a drive toward the basket in a game against Long Beach State in the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid on Dec. 18. Phipps was the game's leading scorer with 25 points. Photos courtesy of Rasheed Riveroll CastilloPepperdine Men’s Basketball traveled down the coast to face California State University, Long Beach in the LBS … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball Falls in Back and Forth Battle with Long Beach State
Pepperdine Athletics Prepares for a Changing Culture in NIL
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) logo is painted at the 2024 West Regional Cross Country Championships in Colfax, Wash. The NCAA covers over 1,000 colleges and universities around the nation across 24 sports. Photo courtesy of Eden Mittelsdorf In 2021, the dynamic of college athletics changed when NCAA rules allowed athletes to benefit from their NIL, … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Athletics Prepares for a Changing Culture in NIL