Art by Sacha IrickWhen it comes to today’s media venues — such as social media, music, movies and television — there is no such thing as privacy or artistic freedom. As a reaction, misplaced responsibility and unlimited criticism have become prevalent among people around the world. Music and television are publicly censored based on aggressive language and … [Read more...] about Media Against Media Threatens Artistic Expression
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Pet a Shark on Shark Sunday
Photo courtesy of Natalie BurdickSanta Monica Pier Aquarium hosts a weekly shark feeding called Shark Sunday to educate humans about sharks, according to Vicki Pasek, aquarium employee. Their goal is to prevent and reduce widespread fear of sharks. This event occurs every Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Pepperdine offers surfing classes and Surf Chapel, which both occur at Zuma Beach. … [Read more...] about Pet a Shark on Shark Sunday
Awards Show Stirs A Fuss Over Gender Equality
Art by Jenny Rustdad“It’s our time to have wage equality once and for all and equal rights for women in the United States of America,” Patricia Arquette, Best Actress in a Supporting Role award winner, said in her acceptance speech at this past Sunday’s 87th annual Academy Awards. Not only did Arquette shock the entire audience — prompting J. Lo … [Read more...] about Awards Show Stirs A Fuss Over Gender Equality
Abroad: It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See You Later
Art by Chris ChenPepperdine’s International Programs statistics say that participants of these programs include approximately 60 percent of the student population. For those students staying in Malibu next year as sophomores, that might very well seem like an under-exaggerated statistic. From the first day of NSO, Pepperdine stressed the importance of its wondrous … [Read more...] about Abroad: It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See You Later
Acknowledge Diverse Beliefs of the Real World on Campus
Art by Chris ChenWhen I first entered the Pepperdine bubble as a freshman this past fall, I quickly realized how little sarcasm was appreciated and how I’d have to leave my playful banter habits back in New York, a land of blatant self-expression. In an attempt to maintain the cheery and positive attitude that exuded from most of the students I encountered, I tabled the … [Read more...] about Acknowledge Diverse Beliefs of the Real World on Campus