The Black Lives Matter protests are empowering many civilians to stand up to racial injustices even beyond police brutality. The spirit of this movement spread across the nation, and Pepperdine is no exception. In the midst of what is perhaps a second civil rights movement, Pepperdine's own president has come under fire for racially insensitive comments and boasting a white … [Read more...] about Opinion: President Gash, Stop Claiming to be African American
Colette Faulkner
Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Colette Faulkner
Colette Faulkner on a Waves Debate tournament in Amsterdam during December 2019 | Photo courtesy of Colette Faulkner Senior Colette Faulkner can be frequently seen around campus with bright, eclectic outfits. With a passion for fashion, Faulkner said she hopes to pursue a career in the fashion industry after she graduates this spring. The Economics major sat down with the … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Colette Faulkner
iDebate Rwanda Partners with the Pepperdine Debate Team for Convicted Civility Convo
Photos by Sherry YangThe iDebate Rwanda team, including 17-year-old Kellia Kaneze, 16-year-old Jean Din Kariuki and their three coaches, hosted a debate featuring Pepperdine students over the topic of Convicted Civility. Pepperdine is the first stop on The iDebate Rwanda 2018 USA tour. iDebate Rwanda is an organization that stands to change the lives of young Rwandans and East … [Read more...] about iDebate Rwanda Partners with the Pepperdine Debate Team for Convicted Civility Convo