SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor Planning a fun weekend event at Pepperdine has greater rewards than social satisfaction. The weekend event that is funded by the Weekend Events Board (WEB) and receives the highest marks based on a rubric will be awarded $1,000. In 2003, President Andrew K. Benton and other administrators noticed a lack of on-campus options for weekend … [Read more...] about Event funding up for grabs
Letter to the editor
I am not about to give an unequivocal endorsement of Greek life, and coming from the Greek adviser on campus, that may come as a surprise to some. Last week’s pro-con articles on joining a fraternity or sorority made me reflect on my own experience as a fraternity member at Pepperdine, and the relative wisdom I have accumulated through hindsight and several years as an adviser. … [Read more...] about Letter to the editor
Rho Chis relieve recruit worries
KRISTEN CLYDEStaff Writer Choosing a sorority can be an overwhelming experience. During recruitment, a Potential New Member will find herself faced with rooms filled with girls singing loudly and smiling brightly. This persuasive appeal can become a fog that is difficult to see through. Recruitment counselors are there to guide potential new members through the chaotic … [Read more...] about Rho Chis relieve recruit worries
Framing a living document
CHRIS SEGAL Perspectives Editor Pepperdine students no longer have to revert to their “Schoolhouse Rock” days to remember what they learned about the Constitution and amendment process. More than 75 Pepperdine students attended the inaugural lecture Tuesday at the School of Law. The lecture was called “The Original Understanding of the Living Constitution — The Amendment … [Read more...] about Framing a living document
Government intervention threatens liberty
SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor Everyone is yelling back and forth. Conservative guy: “Marriage is traditionally between a man and a woman, and same-sex marriage threatens the sacred institution.” Liberal guy: “Really? Who defines marriage? And why should the state have the right to sanctify a religious institution?” With steam coming out of his ears, conservative … [Read more...] about Government intervention threatens liberty