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Whitney Irick

Why Mandatory Convocation is Failing Us

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“From its beginning,” the Pepperdine Convocation website writes, “Pepperdine has included regular assemblies where students gather to grow in faith, hear engaging speakers and learn more about how they can make a difference in this world through purpose, service and leadership.” Claiming to be the “contemporary connection” to the “integral aspect of Pepperdine’s Christian … [Read more...] about Why Mandatory Convocation is Failing Us

Letter to the Editor 09.04.14 Edition

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Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represent an endorsement of any opinions published. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues which are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. Dear Editor, During a visit to Pepperdine’s … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor 09.04.14 Edition

HRL Reverses Changes to Housekeeping Policy

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Photo by Marisa Padilla Students received an email Aug. 12 from Housing and Residence Life that said there would be a change to the current housekeeping policy. The shift would’ve resulted in bathrooms and common spaces no longer being cleaned on a weekly basis and in students having to take their trash to the dumpsters as well as maintaining the cleanliness of their … [Read more...] about HRL Reverses Changes to Housekeeping Policy

PCH Construction Underway

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Photo by Marisa Padilla The construction for the sewer system on Pacific Coast Highway that began earlier this year is causing extreme back-ups for traffic in Santa Monica, Malibu and surrounding areas. The goal of the construction is to fix and replace the sewer system originating in Pacific Palisades to ensure it runs efficiently and quickly to provide faster travel for the … [Read more...] about PCH Construction Underway