Art by Autumn HardwickTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.An explosion of red, pink and white. Chalky conversation hearts. Sappy love songs playing in stores and restaurants. Valentine's Day is a celebration that excludes those not in a loving … [Read more...] about Rant: Don’t Wait to Show Love
Valentine's Day
Good News: A Sweet Reminder To Love Your Friends
For years I was convinced Valentine's Day was nothing more than a capitalistic Hallmark ploy to sell crappy chocolates and cards with Cupid on them.I was a certified Valentine's Day hater, and I was unapologetic about it. There was no way I was going to take part in a holiday based on spending money and couples who participate in way too much PDA for my taste. Until my first … [Read more...] about Good News: A Sweet Reminder To Love Your Friends
Students Celebrate Valentine’s Day Around the World
Art by Addison WhitenValentine’s Day became popular in the United States in the 1840s, and since then it has become a mainstay holiday that Americans spend over $23 billion annually on, according to Statista.For most Americans, Feb. 14 conjures images of teddy bears, roses, chocolate and candy hearts. Internationally, however, the holiday does not always have the same … [Read more...] about Students Celebrate Valentine’s Day Around the World
Multidimensional Identity: Danica Christy
Danica Christy smiles for a photo at the Malibu Pier. Christy said she is planning several events for Crossroads Gender and Sexuality Alliance as its event coordinator. Photos courtesy of Danica Christy Junior Psychology major Danica Christy serves as the event coordinator for Crossroads Gender and Sexuality Alliance. Christy is in the midst of planning a Valentine’s Day … [Read more...] about Multidimensional Identity: Danica Christy
Seaver Students Remember Past Valentine’s Days
First-year Charlie Robinson smiles outside her childhood house on her first day of second grade in August 2009 at the age of 6. This was months before Robinson received her first Valentine's Day gift in February. Photo courtesy of Charlie Robinson Roses are red, violets are blue, everyone has a Valentine’s Day memory, that's true. Valentine’s Day is celebrated in and outside … [Read more...] about Seaver Students Remember Past Valentine’s Days
