Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Arguably one of the most influential social media platforms, TikTok, is facing legal backlash.TikTok is a video platform owned by ByteDance, a Chinese internet company. The House of Representatives and Senate are claiming that … [Read more...] about Opinion: The TikTok Ban Could Be Beneficial
Shalom Montgomery
An Ode to Spring: Pepperdine Farmers’ Markets Return to Mullin Town Square
As an ode to spring, the Center for Sustainability and Office of Special Programs returned the popular farmers' markets to Pepperdine grounds March 5. Local businesses showcased their goods to the Pepperdine community in Mullin Town Square from 11 a.m., to 2 p.m., according to an email from the Office of Special Programs. The Office of Special Programs partners with … [Read more...] about An Ode to Spring: Pepperdine Farmers’ Markets Return to Mullin Town Square
RISE Summit Encourages Spiritual Resilience Through Theme of ‘Rooted’
The Pepperdine RISE Program created an ambiance of intimate Christ-centered conversation during the 2024 RISE Summit. This year’s summit consisted of lunch and dinner sessions with a panel of Seaver RISE students, who shared their journeys of resilience and faith.RISE, short for Resilience-Informed Skills Education, strives to help students strengthen the six dimensions: … [Read more...] about RISE Summit Encourages Spiritual Resilience Through Theme of ‘Rooted’
Pepperdine Celebrates Black History Month
Since its establishment in 1976 under the presidency of Gerald Ford, Black History Month — commonly referred to as BHM — has been a principal celebration of the Black American identity. For decades following, Black communities around the nation have celebrated the annual observance of Black culture and history, according to NPR.Each year, a special theme is chosen … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Celebrates Black History Month
Pepperdine Theatre Brings Charlotte Brontë’s Work to Life in ‘Villette’
Through a heartfelt plot, humorous casting and eccentric lighting the Fine Arts Division Theatre Department created "Villette," an adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s novel "Villette." The play opened Jan. 23, in the Lindhurst Theater. "Villette" follows 23-year-old Lucy Snowe as she navigates both the social and physical aspects of the imaginary city of Villette. She … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Theatre Brings Charlotte Brontë’s Work to Life in ‘Villette’
