Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represents an endorsement of any opinions published. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues that are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. On Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, I wrote to Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Restoring Integrity to Pepperdine’s Artistic and Academic Mission
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Art as Protest: Students Respond to Campus Censorship with Creative Expression
Grace Bidewell, Senior Art and Sustainability major, paints a poster to display on the Pepperdine Freedom Wall on Oct. 9. The event was centered around aspiring artists sharing their opinions and voices. Photos by Haylie Ross Through attempts to silence — they continue using their voices. Following the recent censorship of the exhibit at the Fredrick R. Weisman Museum of … [Read more...] about Art as Protest: Students Respond to Campus Censorship with Creative Expression
Pepperdine Administrators Shut Down Weisman Exhibition After Censoring Artwork
For over 33 years, the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art has showcased modern and contemporary art by internationally recognized artists, according to Pepperdine's website. Now, it's at the center of a censorship controversy. After nearly a month of display, the Weisman Museum's latest exhibition, which featured works from over 20 professional artists from across the globe, … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Administrators Shut Down Weisman Exhibition After Censoring Artwork
Libraries Need to Foster Individualism, Not Cultivate Ignorance
Art by Samantha MillerWhile walking through the psychology section of Pepperdine University's Payson Library, a group of students stumbled upon old psychology books that described homosexuality as a mental illness. Some of these books included: "Coming Out Straight" by Richard Cohen, "Unusual Sexual Behaviors" by David Lester and "Healing Homosexuality" by Joseph Nicolosi.The … [Read more...] about Libraries Need to Foster Individualism, Not Cultivate Ignorance
Art Student Pushes Boundaries with Nude Photography Exhibit, Administrators Push Back
Photos courtesy of Alessandra Guth An art major’s photography of nude female students depicting the seven deadly sins is pushing boundaries on what Pepperdine administrators deem appropriate to display in public spaces. Senior Alessandra Guth said she is attempting to deliberately provoke administration with the religious subject of her art exhibit project, which will … [Read more...] about Art Student Pushes Boundaries with Nude Photography Exhibit, Administrators Push Back
