Photos by Brandt Misik My Tie, a well-known part of Pepperdine’s New Student Orientation week, is undergoing some changes this year, starting with the blind-date tradition behind its nickname. The event, officially listed in this year’s NSO schedule as “President’s Reception,” will otherwise retain its “core,” and freshmen will still have a chance to get dressed up, … [Read more...] about My Tie Removes Ties for Inclusivity
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Title IX Exemption is History
Art by Kylie Meyers One of the biggest changes to Pepperdine's harassment policy occurred early this year but, President Andrew K. Benton said, it will not have an affect on the operation of the university or the treatment of its students. "People are reading way too much into this, I think," said Benton. "Pepperdine often takes positions where it doesn't really want any … [Read more...] about Title IX Exemption is History
Convocation Pivots Toward Student Involvement
Image courtesy of the Pepperdine Convocation Office Student-led club convocations will now include a mentorship program for student leaders. This change comes as part of an initiative to unite students, administrators, and faculty/staff through convocation events. According to a University press release, student leaders will be required to meet with a faculty/staff mentor … [Read more...] about Convocation Pivots Toward Student Involvement
Wooden Mural Removal Sparks Hope for Change
Photo by Madison Harwell President Benton decided to have the wooden carving mural removed from the Waves Cafe in the beginning of July, according to Phil Phillips, vice president for administration. The mural illustrated Father Serra next to a mission, wildlife and conquistadors and a Spanish colonel prominent in the center of the piece alongside a group of Native … [Read more...] about Wooden Mural Removal Sparks Hope for Change
Center for Sustainability switches from single stream recycling
Photo by Terra Atwood Students and faculty must now sort their waste into trash and recycling bins. Pepperdine made this switch after the university began using Waste Management as their waste hauler on Aug. 15. The university used Crown Disposal since 2000 to provide single stream recycling, in which students disposed of their trash in one bin, that was later sorted off … [Read more...] about Center for Sustainability switches from single stream recycling