The 2026 Veritas panelists, Matthew Kaemingk (right) and Amanda Rizkallah (middle), sit with moderator Jonathan Koch (left) in front of a crowd of about 100 audience members in Elkins Auditorium on Feb. 17. Panel members shared personal stories and answered audience questions. Photo by Cristal SotoAt a time of deep division in today’s world, Pepperdine’s Veritas … [Read more...] about Veritas Forum Teaches Hospitality in a Polarized Political Climate
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SGA Candidates Advocate for Transparency
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
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
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
Pepperdine Waves Debate Team is Reimagining the Benefits of Debate
Members of the Pepperdine Waves Debate team pose with their awards following the Loyola Marymount University Venn Diagram Debates in October. This debate highlighted civic issues and included discourse on healing justice. Photo courtesy of Courtney Wisniewski The Pepperdine Waves Debate team seeks to use debate to teach meaningful civic engagement, said junior Courtney … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Waves Debate Team is Reimagining the Benefits of Debate





