I continue to see polarizing videos as the United States’ political climate grows into a bigger headache every day. It starts with a zealous liberal or conservative person who attends an event — a Trump rally, pride parade, women’s march, anti-abortion protest — with people who share radically different views.They interview participants of these events, … [Read more...] about Stop the Polarizing Political Videos
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Shades of Meaning: Color in Other Cultures
Photo by Milan Loiacono The Maasai tribe drinks cow’s blood mixed with milk for strength and stamina. Junior Angel Thairo said her grandfather would slaughter a cow and drain it upside down for the blood to be mixed with milk in traditional Maasai ceremonies. There were times when this mixture was all the Maasai tribe had to drink. “That’s what red represents —that … [Read more...] about Shades of Meaning: Color in Other Cultures
Student Teachers Stay Set on Their Career Paths Despite Challenges
Photo Courtesy of PepperdineStudents opting to earn a teaching credential as part of their undergraduate degree live a double life — that of a student and teacher.Pepperdine’s Teacher Preparation Program, or “Pep Step,” provides the coursework and clinical experiences necessary to qualify students for a Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential if … [Read more...] about Student Teachers Stay Set on Their Career Paths Despite Challenges
It’s OK To Create Disunion
Art by Ally ArmstrongMost parents try rather quickly to resolve disputes between their children. Whether the conflict originated due to control over the television or chores, quarrels between siblings tend to be brief for the sake of familial unity as it is necessary for balance and comfort.However, most conflicts in the home end when someone yields their argument for the sake … [Read more...] about It’s OK To Create Disunion
Law School Professor Douglas Kmiec Discusses Family, Faith and Forgiveness
Photos courtesy of Douglas KmiecDouglas Kmiec, Rick J. Caruso School of Law professor and Caruso family chair in constitutional law, discussed not only his greatest accomplishments, but also his greatest challenges — the tragic death of two of his closest friends, the end of a relationship and the diagnosis of a terminal illness.Despite a career that spans over 30 years, … [Read more...] about Law School Professor Douglas Kmiec Discusses Family, Faith and Forgiveness