Art by Peau Porotesano As a result of being someone who tends to sway liberal both politically and religiously, I was a bit hesitant to enroll at a university with a conservative and religious reputation. The university was founded in the Church of Christ tradition, and the Office of Church Relations was developed to make sure that Pepperdine maintained its strong … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Diversity Breeds Discussion Rather than Hate
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Detox Teas Have Hidden Consequences
Art by Christopher Chen You've probably seen pictures of detox teas while scrolling through the Explore Tab on Instagram. Celebrities and Insta-famous people promote them, so you probably think they are safe, healthy and natural. Before and after shots from ordinary people prove that these teas actually do work, further persuading you to try them. All you have to do is drink … [Read more...] about Detox Teas Have Hidden Consequences
Last Bookstore in Malibu, Bank of Books, Closes
Art by Kris Harper It used to be that if you finished a book and were dying to start the next in the series, you had to run out to a bookstore and hope it was in stock. Now, Amazon can deliver the next book to your doorstep in less than an hour in some locations, including Los Angeles. For many, this convenient method makes physical bookstores superfluous. Long gone are … [Read more...] about Last Bookstore in Malibu, Bank of Books, Closes
Discover the New Dimensions of Art in Malibu
Photos by Amelia Dal Pra and Courtesy of Leigh J. McCloskey Malibu has many hidden treasures that are waiting to be found. One is the Olandar Foundation for Emerging Renaissance, which displays Leigh J. McCloskey's otherworldly artistic masterpieces in Olandar, his home in Malibu. The foundation puts on various events, which attract diverse crowds from yogis to … [Read more...] about Discover the New Dimensions of Art in Malibu
Pepperdine Students Premiere New Sitcom ‘Suite Talk’
Photos by Julia Sumouske and Logo Courtesy of Suite Talk Pepperdine sophomore Tara Jenkins, who is also a staff writer for the Graphic, has written herself a new path as her original sitcom "Suite Talk" premiered on Feb. 5, 2016. A production that includes a cast and crew made up entirely of Pepperdine students, this is only the beginning of the season-long show they are … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Premiere New Sitcom ‘Suite Talk’