Howard Jean-Denis sits for his interview with "Good Morning America," which aired Oct. 9. Jean-Denis said the aim of the interview was to endorse and advertise the PhD Project, a nonprofit that works to increase diversity. Photo courtesy of Howard Jean-DenisThree months into his time at Pepperdine, Howard Jean-Denis, professor of Strategic Management, had a featured segment … [Read more...] about New Business Prof. Emphasizes Diversity in Academia on ‘Good Morning America’
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Student Government Association’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Expands To Amplify Student Voices
Student Government Association's Council holds its first meeting of the spring semester through Zoom on Feb. 17. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion directors led the meeting, which brought both the old and new members together for the first time. Photo courtesy of Sierra BellPepperdine Student Government Association's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council is expanding its … [Read more...] about Student Government Association’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Expands To Amplify Student Voices
Provost Addresses SPP Email and Reaffirms Pepperdine Mission of Inclusion
Provost Rick Marrs sent an email to the Pepperdine community Oct. 26 addressing the School of Public Policy email marketing campaign sent Oct. 12 its inflammatory tone. Dean Pete Peterson sent the Oct. 12 School of Public Policy campaign, which stood against "far left indoctrination" and The New York Times' The 1619 Project. This campaign received vocal reactions from the … [Read more...] about Provost Addresses SPP Email and Reaffirms Pepperdine Mission of Inclusion
Opinion: Ethnic Studies Should be a General Education Requirement
Art by Samantha MillerWith more companies moving toward mandatory diversity training, schools are following suit by requiring students to complete ethnic studies courses to graduate. Ethnic studies teach about the social, historical, racial and political events that shape society today through specific analytical tools and approaches. As Pepperdine commits to fostering racial … [Read more...] about Opinion: Ethnic Studies Should be a General Education Requirement
Promote Heightened Cultural Awareness
Art by Caitlin RoarkDespite the rhetoric of the recent administration promoting an isolationist and even xenophobic agenda, the country is still growing increasingly more diverse. Some Americans may feel quite overwhelmed trying to connect with the array of cultures. In these instances, it is important to back away from intimidation and instead embrace avenues of heightened … [Read more...] about Promote Heightened Cultural Awareness
