Addressing the crowd during one of the Sunday congregations on campus last semester, the pastor said — not necessarily in so many words — the following: “Couples! Look at your partner sitting next to you, and acknowledge that he or she is not the center of your life. He or she is only your companion as you make your way to God. Do not put your faith in the … [Read more...] about Love of others shows us the face of God
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Protecting all speech is key to free speech
Art by Chris ChenBanning the Confederate flag would deplete the First Amendment of its enormous value to myself and others. It protects my ability to speak, hear, believe what I choose or express myself if and how I so see it fit. That protection has been limited by courts in the past in a number of ways: I can’t publish lies, defame persons or issue threats. I am … [Read more...] about Protecting all speech is key to free speech
Bread maker or bread winner?
If I’m being honest, I have never once said that I want to be a housewife. I don’t cook, sew or enjoy the presence of children, and after 18 years of barraging sexist jokes like, “Get back in the kitchen,” or “Make me a sandwich,” conforming to a domestic lifestyle has never been my plan. That’s where I’m wrong in the whole … [Read more...] about Bread maker or bread winner?
SGA rep seeks to ‘Transform’ LGBT discourse
Photo by Esther KangThe Office of the Chaplain and the Dean of Student Affairs will be hosting “Transforming the Conversation,” an event that will discuss multiple views of homosexuality in the context of the Christian faith on Monday and Tuesday. According to Associate Chaplain Jennifer Christy, this two-night series seeks to address the questions, issues, … [Read more...] about SGA rep seeks to ‘Transform’ LGBT discourse
Who receives financial aid and why?
It’s a stressful time of year. As tax season approaches and families rush to finish their FAFSA, navigating through the financial aid websites of colleges is a daunting process. Students and parents are expected to click through hundreds of links in order to comprehend how to receive the most aid possible. This is no exception at Pepperdine. The current estimated cost of … [Read more...] about Who receives financial aid and why?
