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Opinion: Courage Takes Many Forms

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. On the VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths and Virtues Test, one of the listed virtues is courage. I have taken this test in a few psychology courses, and while the ranking differs slightly every time, courage has always … [Read more...] about Opinion: Courage Takes Many Forms

Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships

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Hey Waves, In recent years, discussions regarding “the loneliness epidemic” seem to be pervasive. A combination of social media’s rise, a global pandemic and hyper-individualism has cultivated tension in even the simplest of communications. Established friendships are affected by rising anxieties about images and impressions. Long-term relationships are developed on a … [Read more...] about Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships

Opinion: Publishing Trends Dilute Important Literature

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Last year, I went to Barnes & Noble with a friend, and as usual, there were several tables showcasing particular books for particular readers. Some of them were along the lines of “Banned Books” or “True Crime.” On … [Read more...] about Opinion: Publishing Trends Dilute Important Literature

Opinion: Pepperdine Needs to Make Contraception More Accessible

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. In a particularly challenging socio-political and cultural context surrounding reproductive rights in the United States and the globe, it is important to address the contraception issue at Pepperdine and advocate for … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Needs to Make Contraception More Accessible