Photos by Lawrence Liu The department of Intercultural Affairs (ICA) partnered with the Pepperdine Volunteer Center (PVC) and the Health and Wellness Center to host Peace, Hope and Justice Week, going through Friday, promoting unity and equity. The week began on Martin Luther King Day as students participated in a National Day of Service by partnering with L.A. Works. … [Read more...] about Peace, Hope & Justice Week Kicks Off
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Have Faith in Journalism
Art by Peau Porotesano Full confession time: This was never part of the plan. I never intended on being a journalist. My plan was to go to law school. I joined the Graphic in order to get some critical feedback on my writing and have experience writing and publishing my work. I never thought I’d fall in love with journalism and pursue it as a career. I recognized … [Read more...] about Have Faith in Journalism
Devote Some Time to Peace, Hope and Justice
Art by Madeline DuvallWelcome back to the controlled chaos of a new year, new classes and new resolutions. As Pepperdine’s many hills and staircases teem again with student life, many might be feeling compelled to somehow make 2018 a better year than the one we just left behind. The good news: Pepperdine students have a chance to do that. Before this sentiment fades into … [Read more...] about Devote Some Time to Peace, Hope and Justice
You’re Doing Better Than You Think You Are
Graphic by Nate BartonDear student,Relax. I know, I know: you have a 20-page paper due tomorrow that you’ve barely touched, it’s April and you’re still hunting for an internship, or you’re graduating on the 29th and you have no idea where your life is headed. Relax. You’re already doing better than you think you are. The mere fact that you’re … [Read more...] about You’re Doing Better Than You Think You Are
Peace, Hope and Justice Week Concludes with Inauguration Day Event
Photos by Brett Bean The Pepperdine Volunteer Center and the Office of Intercultural Affairs finished the Week of Peace, Hope, and Justice with the event, "Prayers for the Nation, Letters to the President," Jan. 20 at Stauffer Chapel. The focus of the event was to create an open space for the Pepperdine community to discuss, pray and write letters to President Donald … [Read more...] about Peace, Hope and Justice Week Concludes with Inauguration Day Event