Perspectives

I am not about to give an unequivocal endorsement of Greek life, and coming from the Greek adviser on campus, that may come as a surprise to some. Last week’s pro-con articles on joining a fraternity or sorority made me reflect on my own experience as a fraternity member at Pepperdine, and the relative wisdom I have accumulated through hindsight and several years as an adviser. … [Read more...] about Letter to the editor

SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor Everyone is yelling back and forth. Conservative guy: “Marriage is traditionally between a man and a woman, and same-sex marriage threatens the sacred institution.” Liberal guy: “Really? Who defines marriage? And why should the state have the right to sanctify a religious institution?” With steam coming out of his ears, conservative … [Read more...] about Government intervention threatens liberty

Students often hear campus legends regarding everything from reclaimed water to mysterious helicopter pads. The Peppervine has produced a fair amount of this fruit, some true and some false. Freshmen often fall prey to these rumors from early on, believing tales of pure fiction until the day they graduate. We know, because we still believe those tales. And so with pens in hand, … [Read more...] about STAFF EDITORIAL: Pep mysteries no longer secret

JOHN DENNISTONStaff Writer This past Sunday’s four-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks brings pause to observe another crucial yet silent milestone in America’s response to terrorism. As of June 7, the time elapsed since Sept. 11 has surpassed the span of America’s involvement in World War II, from the attack on Pearl Harbor to the final surrender at Tokyo Bay. The … [Read more...] about War on terrorism taking place in Iraq serves as the crucible for our generation

SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor The Federal Emergency Manage-ment Agency has been a main target of Katrina relief criticism. As part of the Department of Homeland Security, the organization is responsible for the government’s response to any national emergency or disaster. Because most people are holding the government responsible for the disappointing relief efforts … [Read more...] about State should share the blame for  delayed responses