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
Pepperdine University
‘Transforming the Conversation’
Photo by Whitney Irick Justin Lee and Ron Belgau have been friends for years. They’re both self-professed computer nerds. They’re both committed Christians who grew up in Christian households. And, they’re both openly gay. Although they have much in common, the pair of friends have very different views about sex, relationships and the Bible. Lee and Belgau presented their … [Read more...] about ‘Transforming the Conversation’
Step Down: It’s the Stepocalypse
Photo by Marisa Padilla The Pepperdine Step Team has left audiences in awe of its unique dance style many times before. The team is known for performing at Blue and Orange Madness, as well as sporting events and convocations. Four years ago, they put on their first solo production and since then, it has become an annual event. “This year I reached out to a friend of … [Read more...] about Step Down: It’s the Stepocalypse
Bad parking job of the week 03.20.14
Photo by Ricardo Avila Alvarez If you see a newsworthy parking job, snap a picture and send it to pepplifearts@gmail.com. _____________________________________________________________________________ Follow Ricardo Avila Alvarez on Twitter: @RAvila27 … [Read more...] about Bad parking job of the week 03.20.14
DPS Reports 03.20.14
3/10/14 12:04 p.m. Incidents – Suspicious Circumstances Location: Tyler Campus Center Summary: A staff member reported a suspicious package. Public Safety officers responded and determined it was a student’s backpack. 3/11/14 10:42 a.m. Parking Related – Illegally Parked Vehicle Location: Seaver Drive Summary: There was a report of an illegally … [Read more...] about DPS Reports 03.20.14