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SGA Candidates Advocate for Transparency

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In conjunction with the Pepperdine Debate Team, the Student Government Association hosted its first Candidates Debate on Monday, Feb. 17 in the Raitt Recital Hall. The public event introduced the candidates to the community, allowing them to answer questions and debate policy.Steven Weinstock, SGA director of the General Judicial Council and co-coordinator of the debate, said … [Read more...] about SGA Candidates Advocate for Transparency

On the Other Hand Episode 1: Trader Joe’s vs Whole Foods

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Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify In this new podcast, hosted by Nancy He, students debate issues important to Pepperdine students. In the first episode, Perspectives Editor Victoria La Ferla and Perspectives Assistant Editor Fiona Creadon debate whether Trader Joe's or Whole Foods is the better grocery store. At the end, He decides who had the most convincing … [Read more...] about On the Other Hand Episode 1: Trader Joe’s vs Whole Foods

Opinion: Face Your Fear Of Public Speaking

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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. Editor's Note: The writer of the story is a member of Pepperdine Waves Debate. To avoid a conflict of interest, Perspectives Editor Victoria La Ferla conducted the interviews with the debate team. Sweaty palms. Frantic … [Read more...] about Opinion: Face Your Fear Of Public Speaking

Chase Johnson Champions Productive Disagreement

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Photo by Ryan Brinkman | Photo Editing by Haley Hoidal When controversy erupted at the Freedom Wall concerning abortion rights Sept. 29, discourse quickly became tense, and emotions ran high on both sides of the discussion. Senior Political Science major Chase Johnson, Student Government Association president, said the events surrounding the Freedom Wall highlighted an issue … [Read more...] about Chase Johnson Champions Productive Disagreement