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Opinion: Being Off the Grid Brings Unexpected Peace

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Art by Jacqueline Lopez Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. My heart dropped to my stomach as I frantically patted my jacket pockets, searched my belongings and retraced my steps, hoping against hope my precious device was still within my reach. I instantly had a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Being Off the Grid Brings Unexpected Peace

Pepperdine Promotes New App Navigate

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Photo courtesy of Navigate appPepperdine University started using the app Navigate with the goal of providing students with easy access to academic support. The app went live after the Spring 2018 semester. The core goal of Navigate is to lead students on a successful pathway towards graduation.Navigate provides students with the basic resources to view their schedules (and … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Promotes New App Navigate

Everyone Should Work in Food Service Once in Their Lifetime

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Graphic by Nate BartonTucked between the Eau Claire river and the county jail in northern Wisconsin, there lies a place where businessmen, teenagers, grandparents and more gather for a cup of coffee and breakfast. It's the place that has taught me numerous skills and lessons, and it is the Grande Avenue Cafe.Food service may not appear to be the most glamorous or advanced job, … [Read more...] about Everyone Should Work in Food Service Once in Their Lifetime

Encourage Children to Live Outside of Their Screens

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Art by Sybil ZhangI LOVE YouTube. Without it I wouldn't be able to watch David Dobrik's vlogs and get post notifications every time the most recent Chanel fashion show is uploaded. Most children would rather watch YouTube videos and play Minecraft on their iPads than go to the beach or play with their friends outside. This becomes an issue when children are expected to interact … [Read more...] about Encourage Children to Live Outside of Their Screens

Unplug and Unwind

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Graphic by Nate BartonDuring my senior year of high school, I went a week without my phone for a retreat. It was terrifying to be stuck up in the woods, leading a group of my peers from my all-girls Catholic high school without a connection to the outside world.I hated not being able to check my group texts or call my mom. But at the same time, it was so liberating. And that … [Read more...] about Unplug and Unwind