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Community, Chili and Carnival Rides At Malibu Chili Cook-Off
The Malibu community came together at the 42nd Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off. Newcomers and seasoned veterans of the festivities celebrated Labor Day weekend judging chili, supporting local business and enjoying carnival rides. The Malibu Chili Cook-Off ran through the holiday weekend from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. The festival saw more than 25,000 attendees walk through its gates … [Read more...] about Community, Chili and Carnival Rides At Malibu Chili Cook-Off
Religiously Unaffiliated: Pepperdine Reflects the Growing National Trend
Editor’s note: *This story contains an anonymous source to protect the individual’s privacy. Christianity among Americans is dwindling and Pepperdine faculty members are seeing the effects themselves despite the University’s Church of Christ roots. Religion and Philosophy Professor Rachel Collins and Falon Barton, University Church of Christ campus minister, are … [Read more...] about Religiously Unaffiliated: Pepperdine Reflects the Growing National Trend
Women’s Soccer Draw with Arizona in Back and Forth Game
Pepperdine Women's Soccer were held to a 1-1 draw against Arizona on Aug. 29, at Tari Frahm Rokus Field. Women's Soccer put in a positive performance as they move to 2-2-1 on the season.Tori Waldeck, graduate student midfielder/forward, was happy with the improvement of the team coming off their previous match against USC."I think we just got better today," Waldeck said. "That … [Read more...] about Women’s Soccer Draw with Arizona in Back and Forth Game
Opinion: Grade Inflation has Unexpected Benefits
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Grade inflation is “undeniable,” according to The National Association of Scholars.Grade inflation can be misleading to students. It gives many students the false impression that they have mastered a subject when in … [Read more...] about Opinion: Grade Inflation has Unexpected Benefits