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
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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
Embrace Convicted Civility
Graphic by Evelyn Lee A few years ago, there was a campus conversation about whether we prize civility too much over robust disagreement. The line is fine and important. In fact, I value both and hope to contribute to a university campus where strong, carefully articulated positions are placed in conversation with confidence and vigor. As with most things, however, there is … [Read more...] about Embrace Convicted Civility
Churches, Synagogues And Mosques Advocate For Immigration Reform
Photo by Arin DeGroffImmigrants, aliens, strangers, refugees and foreigners. The Abrahamic holy books — the Christian Bible, the Hebrew Bible and the Quran — repeatedly identify these people as historically oppressed and vulnerable groups who believers should treat with compassion and respect.Today, followers of Christianity, Judaism and Islam advocate for … [Read more...] about Churches, Synagogues And Mosques Advocate For Immigration Reform