Mixed-gender halls are nothing new to Pepperdine University. They have been a part of life in George Page, Lovernich, Drescher, and International Programs (IP) — people just never paid attention to them. The point of contention really lies in parents’ perceptions of this change to housing: “I was their age once, and I believe it would be a distraction,” parent Rick Allen said. … [Read more...] about Students embrace mixed-gender housing
Perspectives
If you want to fit in, try harder
Dear Grace, I am a new Wave, and I LOVE it so far. The only thing is, I don’t think I brought any of the right clothes. You see, I’m from the Midwest (specifically Ohio), and fashion has just never been my forte. Since coming here, however, I’ve noticed a serious upgrade in terms of on-campus clothing trends. Any advice on how I can step up my game? Sincerely, Denim Mini … [Read more...] about If you want to fit in, try harder
Letter to the reader
Dear reader, Here in the Perspectives section of the Graphic, we aim to generate conversations. Our goal is to be as candid as possible while discussing a wide variety of global and local issues. Our pledge to you is that we will try to the best of our ability to be as honest and thorough as possible. Our hope is that we are able to provide a forum through which you are able … [Read more...] about Letter to the reader
Staff Editorial: Student worries grow with campus
The benefits of attending a small university are manifold: Pepperdine has long enjoyed a reputation for offering its students intimate class sizes, the chance to build meaningful relationships with professors and on-campus living spaces that have been lauded for both livability and luxury. Bigger is not always better, and quality has traditionally been prioritized over … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Student worries grow with campus
Chick-fil-A “war” creates animosity between opposing sides on gay marriage debate
In my native state of California, the gay marriage debate is a big deal. Otherwise known as Prop 8, the debate against same sex marriage has a flurry of loud, proud supporters — though the opposing silent majority has won the debate every time elections come around. When this whole Chick-fil-A situation arose, I knew it would cause a heated argument. For the purpose of getting … [Read more...] about Chick-fil-A “war” creates animosity between opposing sides on gay marriage debate