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FALL 2013 TOP things to do BEFORE YOU GRADUATE8 pg. 8 MARV LOVE DUNPHY from soldier to volleyball legend THANKSfeaturing lead singer Jo Straubel pg. 14 &pg. 45 Letter from the editor Admit it — you’ve done it. We’ve all done it. appreciation for the amazing people on this campus and We’ve gone through our daily routines, going from the opportunities it provides — so much so that the next class to class — consumed in thought, pressured by time you stroll along campus from class to class, you’ll deadlines, distracted by technology — and in the process, actually take the time to stop, get to know the real sto- we’ve passed along the way fascinating people we’ve never ries of the amazing people we pass by every day, indulge taken the time to meet, hidden treasures on campus we’ve in some of the hidden wonders on this campus and the never discovered and incredible opportunities we’ve nev- opportunities it has to offer. er explored. Yet, these are the things that can add color And then you can really say, we did it! to our everyday student life, bring better understanding To all of those who helped make this publication pos- of the campus community we call home and inspire us sible, I am sincerely grateful for all of your hard work and to greater things in the years ahead. All of these things efforts. It was truly a blessing working with all of you, and are well within our grasp, and in many cases they’ve been the magazine would not have been the same without a right under our noses all this time — we just didn’t know strong, supportive and creative team behind me. it or take the time to find out. This is your chance to do Special thank you to Elizabeth Smith and Courte- just that. nay Stallings for guiding us through the entire process With this edition of Currents, our mission has been to and always being there to support our wild and crazy uncover these hidden treasures and bring them to you in ideas. Your involvement with Currents and our team has a way that brings excitement back to campus life. allowed us to foster not just a friendship, but a family. My hope, and that of the entire Currents staff, is that Thank you for always having faith in our abilities and after reading this issue, you’ll be left with a much greater pushing us to push ourselves. When I was younger, I remember building entire worlds with LEGOs. I would stack them as high as my seemingly meager 150-piece set would allow. STAFF I would spend hours at a time making countless little blocked houses and skyscrapers. I always loved peering into the little city imagining the world 5EDITOR IN CHEIF I had just created coming to life. I did the best with what I had and they all Danielle DiMeglio looked awful, but my parents would never let me know it. “What can you build next?” they’d always say. When I was a kid, I did what I wanted to do — what I loved to do—which CREATIVE DIRECTOR is why I was happier. When I grew up, things got harder and LEGO architec- ture therapy didn’t cut it anymore. I stopped doing the things that made me Alexander Hayes happy because it stopped making sense. And even worse, I stopped trying to PHOTO EDITOR find more of what I loved in the world. So I blindly wander. It’s funny, really. People usually expect some type of heart-warming anec- Brandon Scheirman dote when they ask me how I got my start in design. I don’t really know what to tell them considering I stumbled into my love for design quite clumsily, but ASSISTANT EDITORS it was one of the best things to ever happen to me. When I became Creative Kara Danner Director for Currents I knew it’d be a challenge. Even more so, I had abso- lutely no idea what I was doing. I didn’t have the skills, but I had the will. Now Chelsea Gest where the hell was the way? Jacklyn Maza Some may call what I did completely irresponsible and irratio- nal, but designing this magazine made me happy, so I did Ashley Rhame it. I learned a lot during the process, but one message became abundantly clear: it’s so simple. WRITERS Understand it’s an injustice to deny yourself the Danielle Accovelli opportunity to do what you love — push your- Jill Amos self. Become a person in love with who your are, not who you could be, or who you wish Alex Claud you were. Michelle Chung There’s so much beauty in this world, so Alex Free keep your eyes open. Find something new to love, again. Shelby Gotelli Build your own skyscrapers. Ben Holcomb Melissa Hurtado Taylor Maniscalchi We’ve all heard the stereotype that Southern California Janelle Merritt is concerned with appearances. Look to the left and we see picturesque beaches fit for a postcard. To the right, we have Julia Naman the glow of the city. Everywhere in between, people wear Mariella Rudi their best clothes, should they so happen to run into a fashion PHOTOGRAPHERS & blogger or wayward celebrity on the way to brunch. Beyond the manicured exterior of Los Angeles, Malibu, DESIGNERS or even Pepperdine, however, we see people just like in any Jill Amos other place: full of imperfections, idiosyncrasies, and most importantly stories. Those stories are what make this region, Monique Batac this city and this school fascinating. (cover) Going beyond the surface has been a theme for me this year as I end my college career. Over three years, I too have Kelly O’Connor consumed myself with appearances, both in myself and oth- Lauren Davilla ers. Even my love for photography plays to the appearance Shawn Jones game — what would I be if I couldn’t make others look great at first glance? Slowly, I’ve realized there’s more to my Los Sarah Malone Angeles experience than appearances. Marisa Padilla This fall, Currents seeks to delve deeper into the heart of the people, places, and things that are the essence of this Lindsey Sirera school, this city. Everything has an appearance; everything SPECIAL THANKS also has a story. We want to discover the stories that yearn to break free from within the shells that contain them. Ap- Andrew Kasselmann pearances of success in sport give way to stories of heroism in war; appearances of religiosity morph to stories of diverse Elizabeth Smith opinions on theology; appearances of our “interesting” selves Courtenay Stallings break down to reveal stories of everyday life. As you flip through this magazine, be reminded that the spirit of Los Angeles lies not within the neon and palm trees; Ken Waters it resides within its story. Your spirit lives within your story. Adam Friedman Set it free. 0William Chang TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Dorm nights with a twist Spiritual journey 4from a broken past &Must dos before 8you graduate Marv Dunphy reveals untold stories 14of Vietnam War Kai Decker & Sarah 18Attar sketch their story Q&A: Religion 23on campus The facades of 28social media Fall fashion 36 42 Food for thought Band feature: November 45Love&Thanks How to say no 50 Post grad 2552 advice 55Fall gift guide HOW TO EntertainIN YOUR dormWritten by Julia Naman Photos by Kelly O’Connor Marisa Padilla Let’s face it — one can only withstand so many nights playing volleyball on the sand courts or watching movies on a laptop before wanting some change. The beach is freezing, the HAWC is crowded, and as far as the Malibu community goes, lights are out by 7 p.m. With four white walls and bright fluorescent light- ing, dorm suites don’t appear to be the most spectacular places to entertain guests. That is, until you think outside the box. Here are some suggestions to take a night in the dorms from drab to fab: Currents | 1 BUILD A FORT & MOVIE NIGHT C’mon, it’s every kid’s dream. Someone in the dorm your fort is complete, have a childhood movie marathon. probably has a few left-over cardboard boxes from Netflix offers childhood favorites such as “Chitty-Chit- 1moving. But if not, no worries! Push the couches in your ty-Bang-Bang,” “The Brave Little Toaster” and “Dum- suite together, and drape comforters, sheets, blankets bo.” Because let’s be real, we have to keep in touch with — you name it — over and climb on in. Set the mood our childhood side while it’s still socially acceptable. with a lantern or flashlight. This is an ideal setting for Until graduation day, we can have as many fort nights as telling scary stories and making hand caricatures. Once we want. Ever wonder how to make your dorm the new hang out? The answer is obvious: food. Host a potluck meal such as break- fast-for-dinner. Put on your best pajamas and have each guest bring a different breakfast item from waffles to bacon. If you need to satisfy your sweet tooth, have an ice cream sundae party with an array of toppings. Have a contest to see who can make the most inter- estingly delicious dessert concoction. If grand- ma hasn’t sent a care package full of cookies in a while, don’t fret — Nature’s Edge and the HAWC sell plenty of goodies to suffice. Or, if BYOF you’re feeling bon vivant, smoothies are always BRING YOUR OWN FOOD a creative (and classy) way to go.