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Staff Editorial: Waves should mix Malibu and Pepperdine

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Art by Sacha Irick Where is that again?”— a question commonly asked of us when we tell people we go to school at Pepperdine. “Ooooh Malibu, that’s nice.” People don’t automatically associate Pepperdine with Malibu, as opposed to schools like UCLA and Chapman University that are synonymous with Los Angeles and Orange County. Somehow, the introduction of our university, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Waves should mix Malibu and Pepperdine

Staff Editorial: One flap to rule them all

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Art by Christopher Chen It’s late at night and the eight students heading back to their dorms board the shuttle and pull out their phones, as usual. But something is different. This time there is no Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. This time, there is something enticingly evil in the air. “Tap. Tap. Tap. PING!” resonates all around the vehicle. One student curses out loud. … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: One flap to rule them all

Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Confessions shows our darker side

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Art by Brooke Muschott All of the tour guides at Pepperdine bring up the fact that this school is a close-knit community of caring individuals. Pepperdine does seem like such a place, at least at first glance. With every few steps, people greet each other enthusiastically. The transaction always involves smiles and courteous small talk. Probably several times during the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pepperdine Confessions shows our darker side

Staff Editorial: Graduation presents new opportunities & choices

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Art by Brooke Muschott Another semester is almost over, and another academic year at Pepperdine draws to a close. Some of you will rejoice in the freedoms of summer, pursuing either leisure or productivity, whichever befits your mood. You earned the right to choose, after all. Our seniors, who will embark on their journey into the “real world” as their time at Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Graduation presents new opportunities & choices

Staff Editorial: Housing procedures fail to house students

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Art by Sacha Irick Being homeless is a terrible predicament for any college student. Unfortunately, that’s the current plight of many less-than-pleased Pepperdine students. Sitting in the Sandbar, Payson or even your 8 a.m. class, you have likely heard objecting voices in regard to the housing process this year. The new policy of no summer interim housing due to Bible … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Housing procedures fail to house students