The Student Government Association (SGA) discussed transparency and expanding the Inter-club Council (ICC) budget at their weekly meeting Feb. 19. SGA President Myers Mentzer addressed recent concerns about transparency between SGA and the student body. SGA intends to provide more context to the town halls in a move to advocate for transparency and approved two general funding … [Read more...] about SGA Motions for Town Hall Transparency and Passes the Budget for ICC Funding
pepperdine graphic media
Students Learn About Mindfulness at RISE Summit
Pepperdine students and staff gathered in the Light House for the Resilience-Informed Skills Education (RISE) Summit on Feb. 19. An annual event, this year the Summit included a meal, a raffle and a talk from Shauna Shapiro, a clinical psychologist, professor and author.The RISE Summit is split between two sessions: one at lunch and the other at dinner.The lunch session of the … [Read more...] about Students Learn About Mindfulness at RISE Summit
Making the Switch: Courses to Canvas
After over a year of consideration, Pepperdine is switching from Sakai’s Courses to Canvas Learning Management System starting in fall 2025. On Jan. 27, Provost Jay Brewster announced via email that the University would be switching to Canvas as the university’s new learning management system (LMS).“This decision comes after careful consideration, a … [Read more...] about Making the Switch: Courses to Canvas
Opinion: Publishing Trends Dilute Important Literature
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Last year, I went to Barnes & Noble with a friend, and as usual, there were several tables showcasing particular books for particular readers. Some of them were along the lines of “Banned Books” or “True Crime.” On … [Read more...] about Opinion: Publishing Trends Dilute Important Literature
Men’s Basketball Falls Against Oregon State
Pepperdine Men’s basketball accepted defeat against Oregon State University on Feb. 20 in Firestone Fieldhouse. Head Coach Ed Schilling said that despite the loss, the team put up a good game, staying toe-to-toe with the Beavers. "I give our guys credit," Schilling said. "They fought really hard against a really good team." Redshirt senior forward Boubacar Coulibaly … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball Falls Against Oregon State