Art by Caitlin RoarkWhere some see religion, others may see exclusion, fear and even collapse. While religion is subjective, the latter postulate may be closer to reality than ever.As millions of young people begin to reject traditional religious teachings due to incompatibility and misrepresentation, religious practice in the United States has declined to make the collapse of … [Read more...] about Say Bye To Religion
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Rabbi Unites Religious Communities at Pepp
Photo Courtesy of Ari SchwarzbergCelebrating his third year as rabbi in residence, Ari Schwarzberg has been providing mentorship for over 30 students and continues to enrich students' experience by leading the Jewish Culture Club's convocation program.The convo is a requirement for Brenden Mann scholars of the Diane and Guilford Glazer Institute for Jewish Studies, but it is … [Read more...] about Rabbi Unites Religious Communities at Pepp
Look for Silence in the Noise
Finding time for oneself during a busy college schedule can be difficult. Between classes, internships, jobs, friendships, relationships and extracurriculars, the life of a college student is involved, challenging and demanding. It's filled with balancing academics, a social life and, of course, the most important but the least achieved of these, sleep. At times, it can seem as … [Read more...] about Look for Silence in the Noise
Give Convo a Chance
Art by Ally ArmstrongOne of the most distinct ways that Pepperdine upholds its Church of Christ roots is through the Convocation requirement. According to Pepperdine's website, Convo is intended "to help Pepperdine students build Christian faith, affirm Christian values, and address the moral and ethical dimensions of current issues."However, for some, Convocation is tedious at … [Read more...] about Give Convo a Chance
Pepp Veritas Forum Discusses Evangelicalism
Photos Courtesy of Erin MillerOn Monday, Feb. 11, the same day as the Westboro Baptist Church picketed the Malibu campus, the Pepperdine Veritas Club is holding its annual forum on the meaning of Evangelicalism in the current world.The Pepperdine Veritas Club is looking forward to its annual forum, entitled "Evangelicalism: Love or Fear?" which will take place tonight at 7 in … [Read more...] about Pepp Veritas Forum Discusses Evangelicalism