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Explore LA on a Budget

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Photos By Matt BentonLA can be a bit daunting to anyone, new to the area or not. There's so much to explore, and in the case of the average college student, not enough money or time to do everything that sounds interesting. Fortunately, it isn't difficult to find free and fun things to do in LA. These activities will allow any student to enjoy LA and the weekend while on a … [Read more...] about Explore LA on a Budget

BØRNS Draws Masses to the Santa Monica Pier

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Photos by Matt BentonThe latest installment of Santa Monica's Twilight Concerts on the Pier proved to be one of the busiest ones yet. People from all over crowded around the closed gates to try to enter the at-capacity venue. It probably didn't help that the Santa Monica Pier has become a popular destination for users of the trending application, Pokémon Go.BØRNS, … [Read more...] about BØRNS Draws Masses to the Santa Monica Pier

Malibu Community Comes Together to Help Homeless

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Infograph by Ella Gonzalez Concern for Malibu's homeless population has prompted the Malibu and Pepperdine communities to offer opportunities to residents and students to help provide adequate resources, like shelter and food, for the homeless. The homeless populations of LA County, especially in affluent communities like Malibu and Santa Monica, have increased from 8,371 in … [Read more...] about Malibu Community Comes Together to Help Homeless

Letter From The Editor – Currents Magazine Spring 2016

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Photo by Daniel CasoPepperdine is an oasis in the anti-college town of Malibu where, across the bay, one can catch a view of Santa Monica, the edges of LA and beyond — a world where entertainment and art are the heartbeat of the streets. Entertainment is how we spend our free moments. Art is where we find ourselves. Entertainment frees our minds from the daily grind, … [Read more...] about Letter From The Editor – Currents Magazine Spring 2016

Plugged Into Santa Monica – Currents Magazine Spring 2016

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Photos by Daniel CasoIn the midst of crazy shopping seasons, sweaty lines and terrarium stands, we often zone out of the world around us. Unfortunately, we seldom recognize the background noise, and more specifically, those making it. Third Street Promenade is a long street in Santa Monica with shops on either side. It has a central walkway paved with brick-type stone where … [Read more...] about Plugged Into Santa Monica – Currents Magazine Spring 2016