Photos by Gabrielle NorteThe Women in International Studies series commenced with Heidi Hardt's lecture on how and why organizations such as NATO are incorporating women’s feedback to change policies that can improve national security.Hardt, who is assistant professor of political science at the University of California, Irvine, gave a lecture about "Gender Mainstreaming … [Read more...] about Professor Speaks on Need for Gender Inclusive Perspective
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‘When the Mountains Tremble’ Screened at the Weisman
Image Courtesy of Jane Chang Mi “When the Mountains Tremble,” a visual narrative of social injustice in Guatemala, screened Monday Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. in the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art.“It’s important to bring the power of cinema, to bear on telling difficult stories,” film director Pamela Yates said via phone.Re-released in 1992, the 1982 … [Read more...] about ‘When the Mountains Tremble’ Screened at the Weisman
G News 04.03.15
Pepperdine University has selected a new dean for Seaver College, and the student body has selected the new SGA representatives for the coming year. Anchors Whitney Ashton and Madison Harwell also cover the new online program launched by the Career Center, as well as the Model UN Team's successful trip to New York … [Read more...] about G News 04.03.15
Venezuelan Political Prisoners Face Unjust Trials
Art by Sacha Irick Leopoldo Lopez sent his daughter a message from his military prison cell on Sept. 19. The message was later shared by his wife on his Facebook account: “Today, my dear Manuela turns 5. I was able to see her, and for her birthday she asked me to carry her up to Avila [National Park in Venezuela], like we used to. I promised I would take her soon.” Lopez … [Read more...] about Venezuelan Political Prisoners Face Unjust Trials
Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
Photo Courtesy of UN Women Emma Watson has blossomed from a saucy young witch to a passionate, mature feminist. Straight out of college, fresh into the real world, Watson is named a U.N. Goodwill Ambassador based off her power and passion for women’s rights. On Sept. 20, in front of the entire U.N., Watson was very open with her views on feminism and gender equality. She … [Read more...] about Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
