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Opinion: Halloween Costumes Are Failing the Assignment

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Art by Sofia CifuentesTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.With Halloween right around the corner, social media is buzzing with the next trendy costume. Though helpful at times, there has been one glaring issue: The results are completely and utterly boring.Want to … [Read more...] about Opinion: Halloween Costumes Are Failing the Assignment

Pepperdine Students are Powered by Protein

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Across Pepperdine's campus, protein has become increasingly implemented and important. From Starbucks' protein coffee to viral TikToks about “30 grams per meal,” students are embracing high-protein diets as part of a larger shift toward fitness-focused lifestyles. Pepperdine senior Alysha Burles, who works as a fitness monitor at the campus gym, said protein has transformed … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students are Powered by Protein

Opinion: The Normalization of Plastic Surgery Harms Women

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. In recent years, cosmetic procedures like nose jobs, Botox and lip fillers have become increasingly common, according to Women's Health. What was once rare or stigmatized is now often seen as routine maintenance, comparable to … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Normalization of Plastic Surgery Harms Women

Opinion: The ‘You Don’t Owe Anyone Anything’ Mentality is Stupid

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Transparency item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. There has been a noticeable societal shift toward the idea that “you don’t owe anyone anything” (YDOAA). At its core, this message is about boundaries. It is meant to be a reminder to prioritize yourself, to stop people … [Read more...] about Opinion: The ‘You Don’t Owe Anyone Anything’ Mentality is Stupid