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Anti-War Group Launches Pressure Campaign Against Pepperdine’s Hiring of Johnnie Moore

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CODEPINK co-founder and activist Medea Benjamin speaks at a protest she helped organize outside Pepperdine’s Washington, D.C., building Friday, Oct. 17. Roughly 20 activists attended the event, which Benjamin said was “just the initial one.” Photos courtesy of anonymous Pepperdine alumnus Editor's Note: The Graphic uses anonymous sources only in rare cases. An anonymous … [Read more...] about Anti-War Group Launches Pressure Campaign Against Pepperdine’s Hiring of Johnnie Moore

Opinion: Rankings Shouldn’t Fully Define the Greatness of a College

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. The U.S. News & World Report published their national college rankings Sept. 6, placing Pepperdine 76th out of 463 National Universities. The top 100 is a pretty good position to be in, considering there are over a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Rankings Shouldn’t Fully Define the Greatness of a College

Finding Myself and Family Roots in Florence

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Italian culture has been close to my heart from a young age. Both sides of my family are Italian, and six of my eight great-grandparents emigrated from Italy to the United States through Ellis Island in the 1920s. My family has passed down hints of our Italian culture including pasta and sauce recipes and a love for traditional Italian music. That's why, when I first toured … [Read more...] about Finding Myself and Family Roots in Florence

Students Reflect on their Abroad Experience for Spring 2022

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At the end of February, Buenos Aires participants making empanadas at Casa Holden. Participants said they are settling into their new homes and are exploring countries beyond just their host countries. Photo courtesy of Savanna ScottPepperdine's abroad programs are returning to a sense of normalcy, with all programs able to travel outside of their host countries after two years … [Read more...] about Students Reflect on their Abroad Experience for Spring 2022

Staff Editorial: IP Needs a Stronger COVID-19 Response

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Art by Leah Bae When high school seniors eagerly accept admittance to Pepperdine, around 8 out of 10 of them do so with the expectation they will spend a significant portion of their college career in another country, according to the International Programs website. For many, the University's stellar study abroad programs are the sole reason they choose to attend. This year, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: IP Needs a Stronger COVID-19 Response