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Local Volunteers Promote Sustainability and Disability Inclusion Through Shemesh Farms

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Pairs of adults with disabilities and their personal coaches separate wood chips and dirt at Shemesh Farms on March 26. Composting is one of several tasks that were included during the morning’s programming. Photos by Henry AdamsInformed by Jewish values of compassion, sustainability, inclusivity and a moral obligation to help those in need, Shemesh Farms strives to make … [Read more...] about Local Volunteers Promote Sustainability and Disability Inclusion Through Shemesh Farms

Letter to the Editor: A Differing Jewish Voice

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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 that are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. As a Jew, a proud Pepperdine alum and former … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: A Differing Jewish Voice

Coach Merrill Moses Reflects on Water Polo and Faith

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Associate Head Coach Merril Moses poses for a photo. Moses contributed to three Olympic games, including winning a silver medal in 2008. Photo courtesy of Merrill MosesThe International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame (Yad Le'ish Hasport Hayehudi) inducted Pepperdine Water Polo Coach Merrill Moses Jan. 15.The Hall of Fame picked Merrill Moses, a 2008 Olympic silver medalist for the … [Read more...] about Coach Merrill Moses Reflects on Water Polo and Faith

Opinion: Growing Up in Multiple Faiths Transformed My Spirituality

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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.I was raised by a Roman Catholic mother and a Conservative Jewish father, both immigrants to the United States. As a first generation American in these religions, I formed my perspective of the world and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Growing Up in Multiple Faiths Transformed My Spirituality

An Open Essay: Abortion and the Holocaust

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Photo illustration by Samantha Miller and Anitiz Muonagolu Editor's Note: Guest Contributor Hope Lockwood is writing a personal essay based on their experience of what happened at the Freedom Wall and their Jewish background.This past week at Pepperdine, student discourse raised tension over the topic of abortion. I overheard a Christian, anti-abortion advocate saying abortion … [Read more...] about An Open Essay: Abortion and the Holocaust