Pepperdine Graphic

debate

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

by

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

by

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

by

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

The Fine Print: Context Matters on the Freedom Wall

by

Pepperdine’s Freedom Wall has been a hub of controversy over the years, from issues of LGBTQ+ rights and discrimination to this fall’s abortion debate.When a serious issue that directly affects the lives of others is discussed on the Freedom Wall, the memes and jokes posted next to — or on top of — those deeply personal statements demean them. Students … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: Context Matters on the Freedom Wall