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Stop Using Social Media as a News Source

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Art by Madeline Duvall Since the creation of Facebook, social media has become one of the most integral parts of the internet. Americans are constantly sharing pictures, life updates and funny videos. Unfortunately, social media has evolved into something else entirely — a primary news source. A surprising sixty-seven percent of Americans get at least some of their news from … [Read more...] about Stop Using Social Media as a News Source

Diversity Dominates Annual Abbot Kinney Festival

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Photos courtesy of Mathew Tiffer The Abbot Kinney Festival brought together hundreds of people in Southern California to support local artists, chefs and artisans. The historical Abbot Kinney Boulevard celebrated their work for blocks. The 33rd Annual Abbot Kinney Festival took place Sunday in Venice. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., more than 300 vendors appeared to showcase … [Read more...] about Diversity Dominates Annual Abbot Kinney Festival

First Fridays Feature All-Star Vendors

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Photos Courtesy of Mathew Tiffer Southern Californians and Pepperdine students alike made their way to Venice to enjoy the monthly First Fridays event on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. While there were countless food trucks and shops in the area on the first Friday of each month, from 5 to 11 p.m., here were a few recommendations that shouldn't be passed up next month.TOMS Flagship … [Read more...] about First Fridays Feature All-Star Vendors

Enjoy the Sunsets that Never Get Old

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Photos by Zach LeAfter a long day of class, work and student obligations, it's time to unwind. It's time to take some deep breaths and settle in for the evening. However, sometimes it's difficult to totally unplug and relax, even here in beautiful Malibu. But maybe our location is the key; nearly every night we experience an amazing sunset that many seem to take for granted. … [Read more...] about Enjoy the Sunsets that Never Get Old

I Went Abroad And Tried Snapchat For The First Time

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I’ve never really been up to date with the latest and greatest social media trends, but I must say, I’ve never felt my digital age more than when I finally conceded and downloaded Snapchat two months ago before leaving to study abroad. Yes, you read that right: two months ago. I’m aware that I’m a few years late to this game.What followed has been an … [Read more...] about I Went Abroad And Tried Snapchat For The First Time