Photos and Graphics by Chad Jimenez Over the past few years, Pepperdine has been receiving an increasing amount of international applications, a majority of which are coming from China. At least 40 percent of international students enrolled at Pepperdine University are from China, according to Pepperdine’s website. For Fall 2016 Pepperdine received 11,828 applications and … [Read more...] about Increase in Chinese International Students at Christian Universities Allow for Spiritual Growth
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Facing the Inhumanity in the Immigration Ban
Art by Sybil ZhangRecent policy decisions made by President Donald Trump have exposed latent fear and hatred aimed toward the Muslim religion. Specifically, an order was passed that has “banned the entry of Syrian refugees into the US…[and] halted the issuing of visas to the nationals of six other mainly Muslim countries,” according to article, “Trump … [Read more...] about Facing the Inhumanity in the Immigration Ban
Staff Editorial: Pay Attention to Events After the Election
Art by Peau PorotesanoThe election might be over, but as conscientious young adults we cannot lose focus on the controversial issues highlighted during this election cycle. In the past months, a lot of problems were brought to light, including immigration, the refugee crisis, women's rights, sexual assault and religious tolerance. Now more than ever, it's important to give … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pay Attention to Events After the Election
Constantly Challenge Your Beliefs
Graphic by Evelyn Lee I grew up in the church. I went to a Christian school all the way through high school and now I'm at a Christian college. So yes, I can name all of the books of the Bible and quote the fruit of the Spirit anytime and anywhere. Perhaps the most important thing all those years of Christian education taught me was to challenge anything and everything I … [Read more...] about Constantly Challenge Your Beliefs
You Are, Indeed, A Child Of God
Photo by Katrina WarmeI was sound asleep when I was abruptly awakened by the pleasant voice of the flight attendant announcing our descent. I pushed the window cover up, and I saw the promised land for the first time with my own eyes. This was the land I was told flowed with milk and honey. There were palm trees and a mountain range that seemed to guide the plane to the landing … [Read more...] about You Are, Indeed, A Child Of God