Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. The first week of classes is commonly thought of as a time of relaxation, teacher introductions, ice breakers with classmates you most likely already know, lecture on class policies and word-for-word readings of the … [Read more...] about Rant: Pepperdine Ditches The Myth Syllabus Week Is Not A Thing
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Pepperdine Interfraternity Council Makes Changes to Greek Recruitment
Sigma Chi at a Interfraternity Council BBQ on Sept. 3, 2019. Photo courtesy of John Louis Chiappe. As fraternity recruitment begins this week, chapters are holding themselves to a new set of rules and regulations. The Pepperdine Interfraternity Council (IFC), the student leadership group in charge of fraternities, made sweeping changes to its Recruitment process this … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Interfraternity Council Makes Changes to Greek Recruitment
Don’t Punish Students for Sex
Art by Madeline DuvallPepperdine's rules regarding sexual activity are inappropriately strict. Students have the right to explore their sexuality in healthy and responsible ways prior to marriage without being subject to disciplinary action. When and with whom a student decides to have sex is a personal choice and should not be regulated by university rules. "It is expected … [Read more...] about Don’t Punish Students for Sex
Two Strikes You’re Out
Art by Sacha Irick Athletics Department cracks down on classroom attendance, student-athlete responses are mixed bag Student athletes seldom crack under pressure, but as spring semester rolls around, a new attendance policy adds some heat to the lives of these athletes on a new playing field: the classroom. According to the official policy: “The following sanctions pertain … [Read more...] about Two Strikes You’re Out