Art by Madeline Duvall "Community" is one of Pepperdine's biggest buzzwords. Students hear it used every year and somehow it finds new meaning as time goes on. Whether the "community" restores a garden, stands for unity, or remembers a student, this conglomeration of individuals finds a space to "unite" on one common goal. The world today is one where one media outlet … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Commit to Community To Foster Understanding
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Staff Editorial: Continue the Conversation about Sexual Assault
Art by Sybil ZhangIn early October, The New York Times broke the story of Hollywood powerhouse Harvey Weinstein's alleged decades of sexual assault against multiple women of Hollywood, including A-list celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Angelina Jolie. The Hollywood heroines who spoke about Weinstein’s advances all had one thing in common: They feared Weinstein's … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Continue the Conversation about Sexual Assault
Staff Editorial: Prepare for the Unexpected
Art by Peau Porotesano The Las Vegas shooting affected communities across the nation, including the Pepperdine student body. The University provided a prayer gathering after the shooting, but it is also important to know how to respond in these unpredictable situations. While it is impossible to know when and where these attacks will occur, Pepperdine's Emergency … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Prepare for the Unexpected
Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Students Need to Network
Art by Sybil ZhangWhether it's a student's first or last year at Pepperdine, finding a job after college is always on their radar. From the first semester at Pepperdine, students are encouraged to go to the Career Center, make connections and participate in various internships. It sounds like a daunting task as a freshman and for seniors getting ready to graduate, but knowing … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Students Need to Network
Staff Editorial: Be Prepared
Art by Sybil ZhangNatural disasters can turn an otherwise normal day into a test of survival. The devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey in Houston, wildfires still burning in La Tuna, and fires recently extinguished in Malibu highlight the importance of being prepared for emergency situations. Students — especially commuter students — need to make sure they are … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Be Prepared