Art by Samantha MillerIn response to COVID-19, there are now more people working remotely than ever before; most of Pepperdine's on-campus jobs and internships are now remote. Despite the difficulties that come with remote employment and learning, students must prepare for a future that largely consists of working online.Although COVID-19 eliminates students' ability to grow … [Read more...] about Opinion: Remote Working is the Future
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My Home Office: Elizabeth Chang
Video by Race Dalton & Marisa Dragos Sophomore Elizabeth Chang from Chicago, IL shares why she loves her workspace and tips for connecting in a remote environment with GNews host Race Dalton. "Go to office hours and get to know your professors because they're really cool people and they're super excited about what they're teaching," Chang … [Read more...] about My Home Office: Elizabeth Chang
My Home Office: Sakeenah Godfrey
Video by Race Dalton & Marisa Dragos Sophomore Sakeenah Godfrey from Oklahoma City, OK, shares her best work-from-home tips with GNews host Race Dalton. "Definitely prioritize your mental health. Understand that you are not a commodity in that everyone is struggling during this time," Godfrey said. __________________________ Follow the Graphic on Twitter: … [Read more...] about My Home Office: Sakeenah Godfrey
Zoom Fatigue Hits Students After Week 1
Art by Samantha MillerThe fall semester officially began Monday, Aug. 17, with all courses offered through an online format and many professors using Zoom to hold synchronous classes. Some students, however, say they find the virtual classroom to be more stressful and draining than the traditional one.For many students, the source of anxiety is not Zoom itself but rather the … [Read more...] about Zoom Fatigue Hits Students After Week 1
Pepp Cancels In-Person Classes for Fall 2020
Photo by Kayiu Wong Keep your bags packed — Pepp is staying closed until further notice. Pepperdine announced July 22 all classes for fall 2020 will be taught online, in anticipation of Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state of California's guidance for higher education. "As you know, this was not the decision we had hoped or planned to make," President Jim Gash wrote in … [Read more...] about Pepp Cancels In-Person Classes for Fall 2020