Hazing. Binge Drinking. Racism. Unhealthy body image standards. These are the most common negative stigmas individuals associate with fraternities and sororities. Pepperdine Greek leaders said they are implementing new rules to hold members accountable — leading by example and emphasizing philanthropies over parties to dissociate from these national stereotypes. “Obviously … [Read more...] about Greek Life at Pepperdine Continues to Challenge National Stereotypes
Greek
Written in the Stars: How Cultures View the Cosmos
Art by Bethany Wilson. People have always been drawn to the sky. “The stars, the peacefulness, the beauty,” Physics Professor Gerard Fasel said. “It makes you marvel, it makes you wonder. That’s what the night sky does for me.” Cultures around the world have developed different interpretations of celestial bodies, crafting intricate myths and stories to explain the … [Read more...] about Written in the Stars: How Cultures View the Cosmos
Preview: Getty Villa Hosts Annual College Night
Photo by Garrett Davis/Capture Imaging | College Night at the Getty Villa on November 13, 2013, in Malibu, California. The Getty Villa is hosting its annual College Night event for students to mingle and immerse themselves into Greco-Roman culture. The museum invites every student over the age of 18 to participate in an evening offering free food and educational and cultural … [Read more...] about Preview: Getty Villa Hosts Annual College Night
Go Greek!
Greek life has developed a negative stigma. There always seems to be headlines about a chapter being disbanded from a university due to various reasons. Yet, there are more benefits to Greek life than negatives.Coming to Pepperdine from Arkansas, I was very worried about making friends. It was scary to move halfway across the country knowing virtually no one.For me, Greek life … [Read more...] about Go Greek!
It’s OK Not To Join Greek Life
Art by Ally ArmstrongFrom sorority dessert mixers to fraternity dodgeball events, Greek life Recruitment events fill up much of the programming in the month of September at Seaver College. During this season, many students find a meaningful community that will last until graduation and even possibly afterwards.About one-third of the undergraduate population at Pepperdine is … [Read more...] about It’s OK Not To Join Greek Life