Content Warning: This story discusses the topic of suicide. Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. The long, almond-shaped pod looks like something straight out of a science fiction show like "Love, Death & Robots," but its futuristic exterior shouldn’t … [Read more...] about Opinion: Technology-Assisted Euthanasia Breaches Human Morality
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‘Dead Man’s Cell Phone’ Explores the Affects of Technology Through Theater
Jean and Dwight, played by Chloe Higgins and Cole Wagner, embrace amid whimsically floating lanterns Jan. 24, in Lindhurst Theatre. Audience members are encouraged to recognize the love they have in their lives through Jean and Dwight's romance, Higgins said. Photos courtesy of Ron HallPepperdine Theatre Department's newest play, "Dead Man's Cell Phone," by Sarah Ruhl explores … [Read more...] about ‘Dead Man’s Cell Phone’ Explores the Affects of Technology Through Theater
Opinion: AI Offers Advantages to Academia
Text-to-image AI creates attractive paintings, illustrations and images. Created on Hotpot.ai using keywords: Artificial Intelligence in Academia. Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Artificial intelligence is a computerized simulation of human intelligence … [Read more...] about Opinion: AI Offers Advantages to Academia
New Tenure-Track Stars: Computer Science Prof. Looks to the Future of AI
Graphic by Ali Levens. Photo courtesy of Fabien Scalzo Computer Science Professor Fabian Scalzo is expanding the role of AI and data science on campus. Fabian Scalzo is a new tenure-track faculty member at Pepperdine this fall. He is an associate professor of Computer Science at Seaver College and director of the Artificial Intelligence in Imaging and Neuroscience Lab at … [Read more...] about New Tenure-Track Stars: Computer Science Prof. Looks to the Future of AI
Opinion: Students’ Posts on Social Media May Be Threatening Their Peers’ Mental Health
Art by Madeline Duvall It's become a mindless routine for many during quarantine. Wake up. Locate phone. Check social media — only to see others having the time of their lives, with birthday gatherings and Vegas getaways. With numerous reports of how college students' mental health have been declining throughout the pandemic, it is necessary for all students to do … [Read more...] about Opinion: Students’ Posts on Social Media May Be Threatening Their Peers’ Mental Health