Listen and subscribe to our podcast from your mobile device: Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify | Via Stitcher After noticing the lack of diversity within fraternities and sororities at Pepperdine, Greek life intern (and former Pepperdine Delta Tau Delta member) Hudson Casiple wanted to shed light on the issue. In this week’s episode, the speech he gave to members of ICC … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Greek Life Grapples with Diversity
The Freedom Wall, Crossroads, and Pepperdine’s Relationship with its LBGTQ+ Students
Listen and subscribe to our podcast from your mobile device: Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify | Via Stitcher In mid-October, controversy erupted on the Freedom Wall over anonymous comments posted in response to a student’s counter-petition on bringing a Chick-fil-A to campus. SGA then passed a resolution written by Iturri denouncing hate speech and homophobia. SGA posted … [Read more...] about The Freedom Wall, Crossroads, and Pepperdine’s Relationship with its LBGTQ+ Students
Late Nights with an Introvert
Photo by Milan LoiaconoDaniel Perez knows how to burn the candle at both ends.Perez, a second-year graduate student earning his Master of Divinity, spends his days studying Greek and Hebrew, working with the Office of Convocation and surfing or skating in whatever free time he has. When many students head for bed, Perez enjoys the creative energy and freedom of the night. … [Read more...] about Late Nights with an Introvert
Freedom Wall Saga Casts Light on Relationship between Pepperdine and LGBTQ+ Students
Senior Daniel Iturri by the Freedom Wall. Photo by Milan Loiacono. For the past four years, SGA senior Senator Daniel Iturri said he has felt a disconnect between Pepperdine's administration and its LGBTQ+ students. “I just feel like Pepperdine is on the wrong side of history,” Iturri said. “In 50 years, we’ll look back and say, ‘This is insane that Pepperdine was doing … [Read more...] about Freedom Wall Saga Casts Light on Relationship between Pepperdine and LGBTQ+ Students
Students Run the Show in Pepperdine Student Players
Photo courtesy of Alex WurtzStudent acted. Student written. Student produced. Pepperdine Student Players (PSP) puts students in the spotlight and behind the scenes.The student-run theater company is planning a modern musical, professional workshop and a curated showcase this year, according to the group's president, junior Natalia Escobedo. PSP, which began in the 2018-2019 … [Read more...] about Students Run the Show in Pepperdine Student Players
