Graphic by Nate BartonUrban Dictionary defines Senioritis as, "A crippling disease that strikes high school seniors." I found this definition shortly before this article was due while also working on a group project, so it's safe to say it strikes college seniors as well. It's not necessarily just good or bad, though. Senioritis can be positive or negative, depending on how it … [Read more...] about This is the End as We Know It
Senior year
Finish Strong, Junior Class
Art by Christine NelsonI have refrained from mentioning the word "graduation" to any senior since probably November. Obviously, I avoid this word to keep my friends from entering the panic-ridden haze that typically accompanies the dreaded word. I also hate mentioning it because when this year's seniors go, we juniors are next. There is no more buffer between us and an unknown … [Read more...] about Finish Strong, Junior Class
Seniors Reflect on College
Art by Peau Porotesano One of the most fascinating shows I ever watched when growing up was “Do Over.” It was about a 34-year-old who was incredibly miserable and, after a freak accident, ends up being sent back 20 years in time with a chance to manipulate the future to his advantage. If I were in that same situation but found myself back at the beginning of my … [Read more...] about Seniors Reflect on College
Seniors Reflect on College
Editors note: due to a procedural error, this story was written on April 9, 2015, but not published until recently. We apologize for any confusion.Art by Sacha IrickI've loved my college experience. I fell in love with Pepperdine the first time I stepped foot on this campus, and I have never once regretted coming here. I have done well academically, I have countless wonderful … [Read more...] about Seniors Reflect on College
It’s Time to Live Life, Not Dream It
Here we are, just a few weeks left of school, and I’m that senior who is and isn’t ready to graduate. I find myself lying awake at night reflecting upon my college experience and my transition from the lower east side of Manhattan to the lower West Coast. California and my experience, at Pepperdine are the reasons I can’t and don’t want to sleep. I am … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Live Life, Not Dream It