Graphic by Sarah Kiker I was standing in line at the Starbucks/sushi place in the Caf this week, waiting to place the order for my venti iced coffee, when I heard something that made my blood boil. Two women were standing behind me, and I couldn't help but overhear their conversation regarding the newly installed art exhibit in the Caf. This collection of photographs, … [Read more...] about Native Voices Deserve A Place To Be Heard
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Staff Editorial: Continue to Speak Out
Art by Sybil ZhangIn our first staff editorial of this school year, we encouraged students and members of the Pepperdine community to embrace the changes — both physical and cultural — that Pepperdine has seen since 2015. In the six months that followed our editorial, we have seen several cases of student activism, from a Columbus Day protest to a Walk for Unity to … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Continue to Speak Out
Wooden Mural Removal Sparks Hope for Change
Photo by Madison Harwell President Benton decided to have the wooden carving mural removed from the Waves Cafe in the beginning of July, according to Phil Phillips, vice president for administration. The mural illustrated Father Serra next to a mission, wildlife and conquistadors and a Spanish colonel prominent in the center of the piece alongside a group of Native … [Read more...] about Wooden Mural Removal Sparks Hope for Change