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Nam Knows Best: The hills are alive and you can be too

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I’m going to vent for a minute on the behalf of, well, everyone: nothing is right. Nothing. I feel like I am a walking disclaimer of “fine, but not quite good enough.” Whether it be classes or a grade on a test or a particular friendship that is just not where I want it to be or the more superficial but just as impactful to my morning routine running out of coffee on a Monday — … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: The hills are alive and you can be too

Part II: There is a Difference between Islam and IS

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Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series exploring the differences between Islam and IS. Read part I here.  The Problem with the Western Perspective Western media has not done a good job representing the Muslim population in a balanced or even accurate manner. The impact of that neglect has been very negative in terms of the treatment of Muslims and … [Read more...] about Part II: There is a Difference between Islam and IS

DPS Reports 11.13.14

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11/3/14 9:00 a.m. Crimes – Larceny/Theft –Petty Theft – Misc.  Location: GSBM – Beckman Management Center Summary: A student reported the theft of their motor scooter keys from an unattended classroom.   11/3/14 4:09 p.m. Crimes – Assault/Battery – Simple Battery or Fighting Location: Off Campus Summary: A staff member reported receiving second-hand … [Read more...] about DPS Reports 11.13.14

iDebate Rwanda Debaters Visit Pepperdine on USA Tour

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Over the past month the iDebate Rwanda debate team has been touring across the United States, participating in debates and sharing their culture and insight with university students. After spending some time on the East Coast at campuses such as Yale and James Madison University, the Rwanda debaters are making their way to Southern California to visit Pepperdine. The debaters … [Read more...] about iDebate Rwanda Debaters Visit Pepperdine on USA Tour

What the heck is HIIT?

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Photo by Shayla Girardin Short for “High Intensity Interval Training,” HIIT is a new workout method that is taking the fitness world by storm. HIIT is a creative way to burn fat effectively by alternating between high and low intensity interval training. According to bodybuilding.com, HIIT is much more efficient than standard cardio because participants can push their … [Read more...] about What the heck is HIIT?