The Woolsey Fire burned 96,949 acres, destroyed approximately 1500 structures, and became one of the most destructive and costliest fires in Southern California. However, as many communities were evacuated, students at Pepperdine University sheltered-in-place on campus, an action that drew a lot of criticism to the university's fire response. The entire city of Malibu was … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Shelter-In-Place Policy Raises Questions
Policy
New Good Samaritan Policy Finalized
Photo Courtesy of Mark DavisPepperdine introduced an extended and clarified Good Samaritan Policy to campus during fall 2018 New Student Orientation (NSO). In past years, the policy promised to release a Code of Conduct offender from punishment if the violation was discovered as a result of an individual, or "Good Samaritan," requesting help for someone in need of emergency … [Read more...] about New Good Samaritan Policy Finalized
Clean Energy Halted By Oil Companies
Art by Jessica RagsdaleNational Geographic recently released their compelling documentary regarding climate change titled “Before the Flood,” featuring Academy Award winner Leonardo DiCaprio. The film follows DiCaprio as he explores the impact our carbon footprint has had on the earth and the ways in which companies like Tesla have innovated technology that could … [Read more...] about Clean Energy Halted By Oil Companies
Clean Energy Halted By Oil Companies
Art by Jessica RagsdaleNational Geographic recently released their compelling documentary regarding climate change titled “Before the Flood,” featuring Academy Award winner Leonardo DiCaprio. The film follows DiCaprio as he explores the impact our carbon footprint has had on the earth and the ways in which companies like Tesla have innovated technology that could … [Read more...] about Clean Energy Halted By Oil Companies
Staff Editorial: As Students and U.S. Citizens, We Must Vote
Art/Graphic by Peau PorotesanoWhile many students may feel less inclined to vote this election due to their dislike of the presidential candidates, there is much more to the ballot than the fate of the future leader of the U.S.Important issues being debated this year, including some prevalent topics like immigration reform, economic policies, social issues such as abortion and … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: As Students and U.S. Citizens, We Must Vote
