Transparency item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. The Great Books program is well known at Pepperdine. Oftentimes, the class many first years take for a convocation series credit becomes a beloved series of two or three years of the Great Books colloquium or … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Great Books Program Enriches Students and Professors
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Christians Address Climate Change
Climate change is a difficult topic within the Christian church, but more Christians are exploring the conversation. Pepperdine staff member, Falon Barton, University Church of Christ Malibu campus minister, and Religion and Sustainability Professor Chris Doran, are changing the narrative of how the Christian church responds to the issue of climate change. “We believe … [Read more...] about Christians Address Climate Change
Opinion: Social Commentary is Socially Impactful
Art by Vivian HsiaTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.In the year 1895 in Paris, something drastically changed in the way people told stories — the art of film began. It became a pictorial viewing experience filled with music, actors and visual plotlines … [Read more...] about Opinion: Social Commentary is Socially Impactful
Retiring Faculty Profile: Cyndia Clegg
Currents file photo. Photo courtesy of Ron Hall | Design by Logan WoodPepperdine waved goodbye to Cyndia Clegg, distinguished professor of English at Seaver College, after 45 years of teaching.Clegg taught a wide range of classes, including courses on Shakespeare, Renaissance English Literature and Spiritual Writing. She regularly taught in the Great Books Colloquium and the GE … [Read more...] about Retiring Faculty Profile: Cyndia Clegg
Convo Argues Great Books Serves a Greater Purpose than a GE Requirement
Photos by Ashley ChavezA convocation promoting the idea that the Great Books program not only serves an academic purpose but a spiritual one took place Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. Professor Paul Contino directed the Wednesday night convocation titled, "How the Great Books Can Enrich Your Spiritual Life.""You don't have to be a Great Books student to read the classics," Contino … [Read more...] about Convo Argues Great Books Serves a Greater Purpose than a GE Requirement