Photo by Stasia DemickWith a newly developed "task force," a summit planned for a Seaver faculty training on cultural inclusiveness, and various workshops in production, Pepperdine administration is in the planning process of supplying students and faculty with the tools to increase cultural competence on campus.The "task force" is a group that was introduced and explained last … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Administration Moves Toward Culturally Inclusive Environment
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Racism Rocks Pepp
Photo Courtesy of Waves Against Ignorance In the wake of the “blackface” incident that took place Thursday, Feb. 4, students and staff have continued to share their concerns, via emails to the Graphic and comments on Facebook, about the incident, the circumstances surrounding it and the original story published on the Graphic’s website. As reported in a previous Graphic … [Read more...] about Racism Rocks Pepp
Posse Plus Retreat Focuses On The Power Of Words
Photos Courtesy of Ifeanyi Ezieme In light of recent events on campus, such as the Yik Yak posts and last week's blackface incident, this year's Posse Plus Retreat focused on the issue of tolerance by providing a safe space for students to discuss racial issues with the retreat's theme: "Sticks and Stones: Language and Speech in a Diverse Society." "Even though we've … [Read more...] about Posse Plus Retreat Focuses On The Power Of Words
DPS Reports
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY Department of Public Safety Activity Log 2/1/16 thru 2/8/16 CRIMES ‑ OBSCENE/THREATENING PHONE CALL Date: Feb 2, 2016‑Tuesday at 15:25 Case Number: 16‑00098 Location: OFF CAMPUS LOCATION Summary: A STAFF MEMBER REPORTED RECEIVING UNWANTED EMAILS. Disposition: Referred to Investigations TRAFFIC RELATED ‑ HIT AND RUN, … [Read more...] about DPS Reports
Villa Malibu closes to students
Photos by Berkley MasonVilla Malibu will cease to offer apartment leases at the end of this spring, according to real estate agent and Villa Malibu employee Anita Dollens. Villa Malibu, commonly referred to as VM, is an apartment complex near Zuma beach that houses a significant number of Pepperdine students.Starting in May, the property will undergo mostly interior renovations … [Read more...] about Villa Malibu closes to students