Editor’s Note: The Graphic chose to refer to Deslyn Williams by her first name only after her first reference. While the Graphic typically uses last names only after first reference, the Graphic chose to use Deslyn's first name to remain consistent with how Deslyn was referred to in ongoing coverage of the October 2023 crash. Every month of every year, women prove to be … [Read more...] about Women’s History Month Creates Space for Reflection, Support, Celebration
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‘9 to 5 The Musical’ Empowers Working Women Through Over-the-top Humor
This semester’s big theatre production, “9 to 5 The Musical,” closed Nov. 23 after six performances in Smothers Theatre.Directed and choreographed by Theatre professor Kelly Todd, “9 to 5 The Musical” is an award-winning show based on the 1980 film of the same name. It features music and lyrics written by Dolly Parton, who starred in the movie.Set … [Read more...] about ‘9 to 5 The Musical’ Empowers Working Women Through Over-the-top Humor
Gender Gap Persists in Seaver Business Division
Pepperdine’s Seaver College is a female-dominated school, but the opposite is true in its Business Administration Division. Between 2019 and 2024, men accounted for about 60% of Pepperdine’s Business majors, despite women accounting for roughly 60% of all Seaver College undergraduates, according to data from the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE). In 2024, more than … [Read more...] about Gender Gap Persists in Seaver Business Division
Magic, Revenge and Reconciliation Swirl in ‘The Tempest’
Shipwrecked shores, swirling magic and sweet first love — on the surface, “The Tempest” is a comedy. Diving deeper, the story deals with themes of revenge and reconciliation.From April 3-6, Pepperdine’s Theatre program presented their adaptation of William Shakespeare's “The Tempest” in Smothers Theatre.Director Cathy Thomas-Grant said she … [Read more...] about Magic, Revenge and Reconciliation Swirl in ‘The Tempest’
Bows, Ribbons Add a Personal Touch to Everyday Items
A ponytail might just be some tied-up hair. A water bottle might just be an ordinary item. But tying a bow on them adds a special personal touch, students said. As seen on Instagram, TikTok and especially Pinterest, bows and ribbons have emerged as a way to add a pop of color or a personal sense of style to any item. First-year Nicole Milliman said she finds that bows add … [Read more...] about Bows, Ribbons Add a Personal Touch to Everyday Items
