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
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Clarify the Good Samaritan Rule
Art by Peau PorotesanoThe recent deactivation of Pepperdine's Delta Tau Delta fraternity has brought to light many questions about the Good Samaritan Policy outlined in the Student Handbook. This Policy is not being upheld the way students were led to believe it would be. It needs to be revised and clarified.The Good Samaritan Policy was created with the intent of encouraging … [Read more...] about Clarify the Good Samaritan Rule
Respect The Freedom Wall
Art by Madeline DuvallPepperdine's Freedom Wall is consistently abused by students who frequently vandalize other students' posts and use it to place advertisements.It does seem quaint that, in the digital age, we should look to paper and cork-board as a meaningful avenue for dialogue. As freer and more convenient forums for discussion become available, the Freedom Wall may … [Read more...] about Respect The Freedom Wall
Sexual Misconduct Email Continues Outreach to Students
Graphics by Cassandra StephensonStudents from all Pepperdine schools received an email regarding Pepperdine’s sexual misconduct policy from the Office of the Vice President for Student Life on Sept. 9, ahead of Sexual Assault Awareness Week, which began Monday. The email stated that Pepperdine prohibits sexual misconduct and is prepared to receive reports and offer … [Read more...] about Sexual Misconduct Email Continues Outreach to Students
Staff Editorial: Policy Changed Without Transparency
Art by Peau PorotesanoFull disclosure: it took us several minutes to find excerpts from the student handbook online. We promise we weren't using dial-up. We live during an era in which a simple Google search of "Pepperdine student handbook" yields 25,500 results in 0.32 seconds, yet the Pepperdine administration hasn't informed students about a crucial change to the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Policy Changed Without Transparency
