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By Michael TravisNews Editor A group of students are attempting to launch a new publication on campus that will present conservative Christian views. “The Pepperdine Review” would be distributed on a monthly basis and would cover issues that affect the lives of students. Marilyn Misch, assistant professor of accounting, will advise the students. “The biggest difference between … [Read more...] about New campus publication possible

By Sarah CarrilloStaff Writer “I believe that religion is making a strong comeback in American public life.” Those were the words of Dr. Luis Lugo Monday as he spoke as part of the Dean’s Lecture Series. Lugo’s speech, titled “The Diminishing Divide: Religion’s Growing Role in American Public Life,” focused on the importance of religion in American politics. Lugo, director … [Read more...] about “Religion is making a strong comeback”

By Kimiko L. MartinezAssistant News Editor After determining that Michael Kotutwa Johnson’s sage burning practices were not a safety concern, the Residential Life Office has decided to let the Public Policy student continue his faith exercises with minor restrictions. After an “observation” last month, RLO determined the sage is lit for only a short period of time, not causing … [Read more...] about Sage debate settled with slight compromise

By Jennifer BaikAssistant News Editor Competition is a vital part of life, but has it gone too far this past week among candidates running for student government? According to members on SGA’s election panel, there have been incidents reported to the General Judicial Council during campaigning week that involved alleged abuses of campaign rules such as the disappearance or … [Read more...] about Integrity of several candidates questioned in this year’s elections

By Michael TravisNews Editor Pepperdine and condoms don’t mix. At least, that is what administrators believe. Last year’s debate about whether the Student Health Center should make contraceptives available for  students, published in the Graphic, has led to a decision to ban the sale of condoms on campus. “In the past, condoms were available at the Student Health Center,” said … [Read more...] about Condoms no longer  available