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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

The Fine Print: Context Matters on the Freedom Wall

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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

Staff Editorial — Honor the Legacy of the Freedom Wall

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Hi, Pepperdine. It's us again. The Graphic staff reminding you what the Freedom Wall means on campus. This isn't a new conversation we're having — in fact, it's one we revisit every few years. But the revolving door of academia warrants constant discussion and renewal of tradition, so allow us to reintroduce you to one of Pepperdine's sacred spaces: the Freedom Wall. Located … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial — Honor the Legacy of the Freedom Wall