Art by Caitlin Roark When you wake up in the morning, what’s the first thing that you do? Make some coffee, check your phone or finish up some last-minute homework? When you’re walking to your next class, what do you do? Smile at those passing by, check your notifications or enjoy your surroundings? If you said "check your phone" for more than one of these scenarios, … [Read more...] about How Addicted Are You?
Social Media Pressures Others to Be Their Best
Back in the day, Sally didn’t compare her life to others. She got mostly B's in school, and a couple C's that her parents still don't know about. She enjoyed reading historical fiction and joining family on vacations to Montana. She was introverted, to say the least, but savored her solitude. Overall, Sally was happy with who she was. She was content. Then Sally got a smart … [Read more...] about Social Media Pressures Others to Be Their Best
Social Media Spreads Misinformation During The Woolsey Fire
Photos Courtesy of Twitter Social media played a key component in the spread of misinformation the night of Friday, Nov. 9, as the Woolsey Fire grew in close proximity to Pepperdine's Malibu campus. The shared false claims of the fire arose from a lack of communication and misunderstandings. It caused confusion and heightened worry among students both on and off campus and … [Read more...] about Social Media Spreads Misinformation During The Woolsey Fire
Community Reacts to Shooting on Social Media
As Pepperdine students, alumni and family members wake up today, they face the tragic reality of a nearby shooting at the Borderline Bar & Grill where reportedly 20 Pepperdine students spent their evening last night. The community joins together on social media to react to this tragedy. The following are the reactions of the community on Instagram, Twitter and … [Read more...] about Community Reacts to Shooting on Social Media
Don’t Let Them Mispronounce Your Name
Art by Ally ArmstrongI have heard it all. The name “Anastassia” pronounced as ana-STAY-zhuh, ah-na-STAH-shyah, ah-na-stah-SEE-ya, or worse, watered down to Stacy, Annie, Ana, Stas. The question, “What pronunciation do you prefer?” was the hardest one to answer. I simply wanted to say, “Whatever is easiest for you.” Over time, I realized that … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Them Mispronounce Your Name
