Art by Caitlin Roark Following the tragedies that came to define the month of November for Pepperdine and its neighboring communities, those affected are relying on one another for comfort and hope for revival. Charitable events such as #CaliforniaStrong seemed to offer the beginning steps of healing, yet Pepperdine students were left with a sense of isolation from the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Is #CaliforniaStrong Pepperdine Strong?
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Staff Editorial: Nike Sets the Standard for Advocacy
Art by Caitlyn Roark Brands have a responsibility to make a difference and inspire change because they are held to a higher standard. Nike has never been afraid to spark change, and hopefully their latest campaign will inspire other brands, as well as consumers, to follow suit. On Sept. 5, Nike released their newest ad campaign, featuring Colin Kaepernick as its face. … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Nike Sets the Standard for Advocacy
Staff Editorial: End the Cap on Donated Meal Points
Art by Caitlin Roark Pepperdine students either have meal points, or they need them. The coveted points have long been a controversial topic on Pepperdine’s campus, and some students remain dissatisfied with the school’s policies. Valuable meal points end up going to waste, as students often mistakenly purchase meal plans that are too large for their dietary needs. The … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: End the Cap on Donated Meal Points
Staff Editorial: An Open Letter to Pepperdine’s Next President
Art by Madeline Duvall President Andrew K. Benton is known around Pepperdine as the "Student's President." At other universities, students might go four or five years without ever seeing their president. Every Pepperdine student meets AKB within their first week on campus. As AKB recently announced that he would be stepping down from his role as the "Students' President," … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: An Open Letter to Pepperdine’s Next President
Staff Editorial: Recognize The Potential In Art
Art by Peau Porotesano Works of art not only hold important meanings for the creators but for the beholders, too. Film is a medium especially noted for its ability to capture the sentiments of the particular time, but less celebrated art forms such as theater and studio art also carry an exceptional ability to capture a moment in history and convey meaning. It’s important … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Recognize The Potential In Art
