When I think of the best birthday gifts I’ve ever received, one that jumps to the front of my mind is when my grandmother gave me “The Best DVD In the World *At this Moment in Time*” for my 10th birthday. This sensational DVD lived up to the name as it consisted of 16 episodes of one of the greatest cartoons to ever grace this earth: "Regular Show." I spent countless hours … [Read more...] about Good News: Appreciate the Beauty of Cartoons
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Opinion: Rankings Shouldn’t Fully Define the Greatness of a College
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. The U.S. News & World Report published their national college rankings Sept. 6, placing Pepperdine 76th out of 463 National Universities. The top 100 is a pretty good position to be in, considering there are over a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Rankings Shouldn’t Fully Define the Greatness of a College
Opinion: NFL Picks 2023 Week 10
The trade deadline has been the story of the month this year, with a total of 15 players who moved teams. The biggest headline was the Washington Commanders trading away Chase Young and Montez Sweat, who are defensive linemen from the Commanders Young went to the 49ers, and Sweat joined the Bears. The Seahawks also looked to bolster their defensive line as well and traded for … [Read more...] about Opinion: NFL Picks 2023 Week 10
Art Therapy Eases Climate Anxiety Through a Mind-Body Connection
As common as climate change-related droughts and floods are, is the anxiety that comes with it. In an effort to save the planet, art therapy is one way humans can care for themselves as well. The Earth is burning, according to Climate.gov, and with the rising temperatures come rising levels of stress, said Edith Moses, a licensed marriage and family art therapist. Some may … [Read more...] about Art Therapy Eases Climate Anxiety Through a Mind-Body Connection
Seeking Art through Nature
Individuals can share art through many different forms, mediums and varieties, but one form of art is always available by just walking outside — the art found in nature. Nature resembles art in a magnitude of ways, and many artists said they pull their inspiration from nature to create art. Students said they connect with nature and see its beauty every day, especially … [Read more...] about Seeking Art through Nature