Art by Caitlin Roark People are concerned about the state of the environment much more now than they were 20 years ago. However, it is difficult to decide when someone is being sustainable enough. It seems as of now almost every business, corporation and school has some type of sustainability policy in place. Businesses have become nearly perfect at saying the correct jargon, … [Read more...] about Have a Say in Your School’s Decisions
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Modern art is art, but it is also much more
Photo by Milan Loiacono of a portion of "The 1/4 Mile," by Robert Rauschenberg (1981-98). Many people confuse contemporary art like this piece with modern art, which phased out in the 1970s. You are faced with an image, a painting, a sculpture perhaps. Maybe you are in a gallery or museum or have a Twitter, Facebook or Instagram feed so refined that the images flitter across … [Read more...] about Modern art is art, but it is also much more
Join the Songfest Community
Art by Caitlin RoarkValentine’s Day is just around the corner, and with it comes the first day of rehearsals for the 2019 edition of Songfest. This time-honored tradition that has been going on for almost 47 years is a huge part of Pepperdine’s identity. While participating in Songfest is no small feat, the experience that it brings is something that all students … [Read more...] about Join the Songfest Community
Be a Responsible Consumer
Art by Ally Armstrong The desire to make a difference is a common thread that runs through the hearts of many college students. However, in the face of a massive and systematic world, doing so can seem like a lofty and unattainable goal.Despite this, students actually have a remarkable capacity to spark change. Students can make a significant difference by shopping with high … [Read more...] about Be a Responsible Consumer
Staff Editorial: The L.A. Teacher Strike Impacts Us All
Art by Ally ArmstrongThe Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) week-long strike ended last week after teachers pushed for smaller class sizes, higher pay and school nurses, among other things. As teachers returned to their classrooms with the promise of smaller class sizes and a 6 percent pay increase, the strikes have continued to ignite a sustained conversation about … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: The L.A. Teacher Strike Impacts Us All