Graphic File PhotoPepperdine University's very own President Andrew K. Benton will serve as chair of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU). Benton previously served as vice chair of the NAICU board. His promotion comes as the current chair, Christopher B. Nelson, of St. John's College in Maryland, retired in June.“This seems to be an … [Read more...] about AKB Serves As Chair of National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
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Stigma of School Counseling Decreases
Graphics by Rachel Littauer The stigma behind seeking mental health treatment at Pepperdine is going away— slowly but surely. Pepperdine University is home to approximately 3,500 undergraduate students, all of whom are eligible for free services at the Pepperdine Counseling Center. Use of the counseling center has increased dramatically over the years, according to … [Read more...] about Stigma of School Counseling Decreases
SGA Moving Forward
The Graphic's SGA reporter Allison Lee met with current SGA President Edward Adutwum to review nine of SGA's resolutions passed in the 2016-2017 school year. SGA passed a total of 49 resolutions. 1. Shuttle Pilot Program: SGA, spearheaded by Executive Vice President Hope Hesslen, started a shuttle pilot program in the fall of 2016 where students were able to sign up for free … [Read more...] about SGA Moving Forward
Pepperdine Acknowledges Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Photos by Milan LoiaconoVarious groups across campus, such as SGA and the Counseling Center, will hold events to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month throughout April, including the Pepperdine Theater Department's U.S. premiere of "The Interference." The play, which opened Wednesday and will run through Saturday, discusses the reality of sexual assault.Freshman Buddy … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Acknowledges Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Communication Class to Host ‘Adulting 101’ Event
Graphic Courtesy of JJ WongStudents of Pepperdine University’s Communication Division are planning “Adulting 101,” a one-day event for students facing the upcoming transition to post-grad life. The event will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Ventura County Community Foundation in Camarillo. A group of junior and senior students in Professor Bert … [Read more...] about Communication Class to Host ‘Adulting 101’ Event