Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Before I had tasted real coffee, coffee to me was a form of adrenaline —a bitter shot into my veins to keep me alive for finals week. But one day, my uncle brought home this beautiful Breville Barista Espresso … [Read more...] about Opinion: Abandon Starbucks, Buy an Espresso Machine
Starbucks
Good News: Connecting Without Convenience
Splitting a bag of chips on the beach. Spontaneous Starbucks dates. Tomato and feta pasta with a friend. A Tuesday and Friday lunchtime that has a permanent space on my calendar. Monday night dinners in the Caf. Takeout at a Graphic production night.Each of these meals is more than just a time to stop and refuel. Each of these moments is a chance to sit down, connect with … [Read more...] about Good News: Connecting Without Convenience
Good News: Embracing the Bittersweet Taste of Coffee
The first time I had coffee, I was 14 years old. I made a long black, quickly realizing how bitter it was, and proceeded to add 10 more scoops of sugar. I swore I was never going to drink this revolting beverage ever again.This vow was short-lived due to numerous all-nighters, restlessly studying for exams and catching up on homework. However, what first started as a need for … [Read more...] about Good News: Embracing the Bittersweet Taste of Coffee
Good News: The Joy of a Chair
The hustle and bustle of campus is in the air as students pick up their Starbucks, chat with their friends and scurry to class on a typical Monday in February. I usually witness this action from the place that is bringing me joy recently — my new favorite chairs. If you are a Pepperdine student, you know the chairs I am talking about. They are the ones right outside of … [Read more...] about Good News: The Joy of a Chair
Good News: Good Friends and Good Food
During my short time living at Pepperdine, I found the combination of food and friends is a major source of joy in my life. I am lucky to have a kitchen now, but I did not have one for the first few weeks of school. I do secretly miss, however, the chaos of figuring out how to cook pasta in the microwave and mastering the perfect peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Food bonds us. … [Read more...] about Good News: Good Friends and Good Food
