Graphic by Nate Barton Every year, various entertainment news outlets publish lists about celebrities, like the most hated celebrities or People's Worlds Most Beautiful Women, which objectify and dehumanize them. Celebrities are more accessible than ever, and it creates a real problem. Their every thought is written on Twitter, and their every fault is broadcast on the news. … [Read more...] about Celebrity Culture Leads to Dehumanization
Sarah Kiker
Generational Categorization Promotes Negativity
Art by Peau PorotesanoGenerational terms have commonly been used to spread negative stereotypes about a certain age group. Time Magazine published an article by Joel Stein on May 20, 2013 titled "Millenials: The Me Me Me Generation," which claims that the Millenial generation is the most narcissistic, lazy and egotistical generation because they were raised with social media, … [Read more...] about Generational Categorization Promotes Negativity
Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Can’t Teach Independence
Art by Peau Porotesano As students, it's our job to take the time we are given in college to learn and grow into responsible adults, and that knowledge can't always come from the classroom. College is, in many ways, a half-step into independence; we're living on our own but the cafeteria is just a few steps away. However, finding ways to take responsibility for ourselves, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Can’t Teach Independence
Constantly Challenge Your Beliefs
Graphic by Evelyn Lee I grew up in the church. I went to a Christian school all the way through high school and now I'm at a Christian college. So yes, I can name all of the books of the Bible and quote the fruit of the Spirit anytime and anywhere. Perhaps the most important thing all those years of Christian education taught me was to challenge anything and everything I … [Read more...] about Constantly Challenge Your Beliefs
Vitamin C Doesn’t Cure Colds
Graphic by Nate Barton Ever heard someone say that drinking orange juice or taking a vitamin C supplement helps combat a cold? Nearly everyone has, but studies show that that vitamin C has little effect on colds. With the number of students who catch colds during the year, it would be nice if there was a surefire way to prevent illness, but the answer is not vitamin … [Read more...] about Vitamin C Doesn’t Cure Colds
