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SGA Passes Budget for Board Funding and Votes on Human-Cause Climate Change Resolution
The Student Government Association (SGA) discussed the upcoming town halls, a resolution for Pepperdine's administration to address sustainability practices and the Student Programming Board's (The Board) budget concerns at their weekly meeting March 12.SGA President Myers Mentzer addressed the class presidents' upcoming town halls and asked for the presidents to publicize them … [Read more...] about SGA Passes Budget for Board Funding and Votes on Human-Cause Climate Change Resolution
Opinion: Bring a Reusable Cup for Your Daily Grind
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. If you are a caffeine addict like me — and find it difficult to resist the allure of every tea or coffee house you pass — consider bringing a personal mug for all the drinks you enjoy, benefiting both yourself and the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Bring a Reusable Cup for Your Daily Grind
Art Therapy Eases Climate Anxiety Through a Mind-Body Connection
As common as climate change-related droughts and floods are, is the anxiety that comes with it. In an effort to save the planet, art therapy is one way humans can care for themselves as well. The Earth is burning, according to Climate.gov, and with the rising temperatures come rising levels of stress, said Edith Moses, a licensed marriage and family art therapist. Some may … [Read more...] about Art Therapy Eases Climate Anxiety Through a Mind-Body Connection
Opinion: Pepperdine Alumni Visits United Nations Climate Change Conference
Transparency Item: This article is written by a guest contributor for the Graphic about her personal experience at this event. Angelea Hayes is a Pepperdine alumna ('22) who is a climate activist from Burbank, Calif. A year ago, I watched the global climate negotiations take place from afar. At the time, I was struggling with severe climate anxiety. I was grieving the loss of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Alumni Visits United Nations Climate Change Conference
