Others have said it before me, but it is also my personal reaction as I near the end of my life; namely that there is truly little if anything "new" under the sun. Which leads me to react to some of your stories about race, and many other societal issues, discussed in the Graphic that all look very familiar to me. During my 42 years as a part of Pepperdine's history, I have … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: There Are No New Issues Under the Sun
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Study Tips: Don’t Let Finals Be Your End
Photo by Justina Huang If you’re like most students, when finals time rolls around you can’t help but feel a sense of impending doom. In fact, severe test anxiety affects as much as 20 percent of the school-going population, with another 18 percent having moderate forms of the condition, according to the American Test Anxieties Association. While other students … [Read more...] about Study Tips: Don’t Let Finals Be Your End
Save Your Words: Just Press Play
Photo by Ana SalinasVictor Hugo once said, “Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent.” This frequently quoted aphorism reveals the undeniable power of pairing instruments and rich lyrics. This truth can be used to our advantage when we simply cannot convey our message. A particular cringe-worthy experience might need … [Read more...] about Save Your Words: Just Press Play
DPS Reports 4.18.16
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY Department of Public Safety Activity Log 4/11/16 thru 4/18/16 INCIDENTS ‑ SUSPICIOUS PERSON Date: Apr 11, 2016‑Monday at 11:27 Case Number: 16‑00423 Location: SEAVER DRIVE Summary: AN UNAUTHORIZED PERSON WAS WARNED FOR TRESPASSING ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AND ESCORTED OFF CAMPUS. Disposition: Referred to … [Read more...] about DPS Reports 4.18.16
Stay Productive Through The Summer
Art by Julia Naman As the second semester of my first year of college comes to an end, I am filled with excitement about seeing my friends and family when I return home for the summer. I imagine hanging out on the lake, sharing embarrassing college stories over lunch, seeing cousins, aunts, uncles and grandparents, and mostly, just relaxing. However, being away from home … [Read more...] about Stay Productive Through The Summer