Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represents an endorsement of any opinions published. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues, which are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. March 13-17 was Pepperdine’s 4th annual … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: The University Should Prioritize Accessibility
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Opinion: Abolish Elkins Classes
Art by Autumn Hardwick Elkins Auditorium holds the reputation of being the location of some of the worst classes on campus. Students hear the horror stories or experience them themselves — whether it was REL 101, HUM 111 or any other General Education class. These horror stories range anywhere from disengaged professors to ruined GPAs.Prior to COVID-19, having a class in … [Read more...] about Opinion: Abolish Elkins Classes
People with Disabilities Discuss their Communication Experiences
Photo courtesy of Cooker Perkins Storm A major fear for many people with disabilities is being treated differently. Psychology Professor Tomas Martinez, who has post-polio syndrome, said people would talk to him differently because of his disability when he was younger. Now he believes that people are becoming better at communicating with him. “It is an area that as we … [Read more...] about People with Disabilities Discuss their Communication Experiences
The Board’s ‘Trunk or Treat’ Sparks Controversy Over Handicap Spots
Photos courtesy of Brooke RedellPhotographs posted on Instagram of The Board's Trunk or Treat event stirred controversy as members of The Board posed in front of Halloween-decorated cars parked in handicap spots.The event, held Saturday, Oct. 26, in Smothers Parking Lot, took up eight handicap spots and had 11 "replacement" handicap spots alongside the front of Smothers … [Read more...] about The Board’s ‘Trunk or Treat’ Sparks Controversy Over Handicap Spots
Down Syndrome Model Takes Fashion Week
Photo Courtesy of Red Carpet Report//Creative CommonsIn the fashion world, audiences rarely see inspirational triumph of the human spirit. However, this week at New York Fashion Week, audiences saw all of this and more in the show featuring Carrie Hammer’s designs. The show was titled “Role Models, Not Runway Models,” and it featured unconventionally inspiring … [Read more...] about Down Syndrome Model Takes Fashion Week
