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Talent Plays a Small Role in Success

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Art by Peau PorotesanoPepperdine, by its very nature as a university, is full of multi-talented people, which is why it's easy to feel outmatched by the natural talents of those around you. Talent does play a role in success, as Caroline Gregory's Jan. 7, 2016 article "The Problem With Favoring Natural Talent Over Hard Work" shows, but everyone in the higher tiers in any arena, … [Read more...] about Talent Plays a Small Role in Success

Generational Categorization Promotes Negativity

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Art by Peau PorotesanoGenerational terms have commonly been used to spread negative stereotypes about a certain age group. Time Magazine published an article by Joel Stein on May 20, 2013 titled "Millenials: The Me Me Me Generation," which claims that the Millenial generation is the most narcissistic, lazy and egotistical generation because they were raised with social media, … [Read more...] about Generational Categorization Promotes Negativity

Baisden and the Waves Roll Through Non-Conference Play

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Graphic File Photos Pepperdine women’s soccer has begun its 2016 campaign in fine fashion. Despite drawing their Sunday matchup with Cal State Northridge, the Waves are 4-2-1 and ranked No. 21 in the nation. Pepperdine has already knocked off marquee programs such as Arizona, Kentucky and Maryland in the young season. Despite having a daunting non-conference gauntlet, ranked … [Read more...] about Baisden and the Waves Roll Through Non-Conference Play

Pepperdine Ranks in Top 50 Universities

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Graphic File Photo Pepperdine University is now officially ranked in the Top 50 National Universities, according to U.S. News & World Report. Pepperdine is tied with Pennsylvania State University, University Park; University of Florida; and Villanova University for No. 50. Dean Michael Feltner said that the recent boost in ranking is good news, and this is the first … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Ranks in Top 50 Universities