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You should be honored for being accepted at a Christian University such as Pepperdine which actually integrates Christian values into the study of law . I'm not sure which undergraduate school you attended, but I am sure you were idoctrinated with liberal theories so why care now? I have stated this before,
It is much easier to lead those who already have the same views as you. However, if you are an atheist, I am not sure you would fit in at Pepperdine. More than likely you will be taking a class with Dean Starr and constitutional law professor Douglas Kmiec. The Law School dinner this year hosted Theodore Olson who was Bush's largest advocate in the 2000 election and the
Bush v. Gore case. I also think it was a good point recently brought up that most of Pepperdine's alumni network are Christians.
You should also consider the stated policies found in the graduate handbook:
http://www.pepperdine.edu/housing/content/graduate-handbook043.pdfGENERAL CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS
"In keeping with Pepperdine University's Christian mission and its heritage in Churches of
Christ, all members of the University community are encouraged to consider and respect the
teachings of Jesus and historic, biblical Christianity. It is expected that all students will adhere to
biblical teaching regarding moral and ethical practices.
Engaging in or promoting conduct or
lifestyles inconsistent with biblical teaching is not permitted. It is expected that students will
maintain the highest standards of personal honor, morality, and integrity. The University reserves
the right to refuse admittance to or dismiss any person who violates these principles."
SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS POLICY
"In keeping with Pepperdine University’s Christian mission and its heritage in Churches of
Christ, all members of the University community are encouraged to consider and respect the
teachings of Jesus and historic, biblical Christianity. Pepperdine University affirms that sexual
relationships are designed by God to be expressed solely within a marriage between husband and
wife. This view of sexuality and marriage is rooted in the Genesis account of creation and is
maintained consistently throughout Scripture. Sexual relations of any kind outside the confines
of marriage are inconsistent with the teaching of Scripture, as understood by Christian churches
throughout history, including Churches of Christ. Therefore, as a matter of moral and faith
witness, all members of the University are expected to avoid such conduct themselves and to
refrain from encouraging it in others. In all disciplinary matters, we will seek to be redemptive in
the lives of the individuals involved. Consequently, the University will offer counsel and
assistance to support and strengthen the individuals resolve to live consistently with Christian teaching on sexuality. Sexual misconduct, depending on the facts and circumstances of each case, may result in disciplinary action."
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