Jaclyn Wishard reads celebrity magazines, in touch with her inner pop star. Photos by Lucian Himes When people think of a pop star, they may think of Harry Styles selling out 15 nights at The Kia Forum, Beyoncé’s 32 Grammys or Selena Gomez’s 380 million Instagram followers. While they enjoy making art and performing, musicians said there are challenges today’s pop stars … [Read more...] about Treat Artists with Kindness: Modern-Day Pop Stars Navigate Artistry and Societal Expectations
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Everybody Has One: Letter From the Editor
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Growing up, I often felt like having an opinion was a bad thing. Even though nobody ever explicitly said that, the sentiment was palpable in the classrooms at my elementary school. When I, or another female student, would raise a hand to offer an opinion on a topic, I could see the eye rolls across the room. I could see … [Read more...] about Everybody Has One: Letter From the Editor
Chris Ganey’s Favorite Condiment Gives Him a Spiritual Experience
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Eating fast food is a sensational experience for some. It’s a break from routine meals and a chance to eat something greasy, fried and delicious. One way people enhance their fast food dining experience is by using condiments that add an extra oomph to their meal. For sophomore Business Administration major Chris Ganey, … [Read more...] about Chris Ganey’s Favorite Condiment Gives Him a Spiritual Experience
The Psychology and Relevance of Opinion: Pepp Community Speaks
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Family. Christian university. Social media. These are all elements that contribute to Pepperdine students' ability to structure their opinions and stand up for them — questioning both good and bad. The more confident and articulate people feel about their perspectives, the more they will continue to express themselves, … [Read more...] about The Psychology and Relevance of Opinion: Pepp Community Speaks
Shoe Speak with Gibson Stump: Sneaker Culture Shapes Fashion and Lives
Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal Senior Sport Administration major Gibson Stump may not dress in designer clothes, but he sure has opinions on what's cool and stylish. For him, the epitome of style isn't shirts or pants but the soles on the bottom of his feet. Stump said he believes tennis shoes are not only the best thing to wear but also have a range … [Read more...] about Shoe Speak with Gibson Stump: Sneaker Culture Shapes Fashion and Lives






