Art by Nicole Wong The reporter sits at their desk, hard at work writing an article. First comes the objective information: who, what, when, where, why. After, the reporter looks through their notes and listens to their audio recordings to find the best quotes. Then, if it is clear, the reporter may add the possible consequences of the events. The reporter checks for … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Approach News Bias
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Political Clubs Embrace Political Dialogue and Make Plans for a Prosperous Future
While the presidential election is long over, Pepperdine political groups are far from finished.Pepperdine’s political clubs are known for gaining traction each presidential election, only to fade slowly to inactivity in the following months, lying dormant until students revive the clubs a few years later — usually in congruence with another election. Though this … [Read more...] about Political Clubs Embrace Political Dialogue and Make Plans for a Prosperous Future
Pepperdine Students Discuss Politics and the Upcoming Election
The U.S. presidential election tasked Pepperdine students with constructing their own political views and opinions prior to voting, but talking politics remains a challenge on campus. Pepperdine accommodates diverse political thought, with 69% of undergraduate students identifying their political views to be either "somewhat conservative," "moderate" or "somewhat liberal," … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students Discuss Politics and the Upcoming Election
Waves Reflect on #WorkingFromHome as Virtual Interns
Senior Jon Fehrer smiles on a July backpacking trip in front of Jade Lake in Washington's Alpines Lakes Wilderness. Fehrer, an intern for Pepperdine's Office of Admission, said a virtual internship environment adds individualism among developing important skills but reduces professional relationships. Photo courtesy of Jon FehrerA pandemic upends a lot of plans, and while some … [Read more...] about Waves Reflect on #WorkingFromHome as Virtual Interns