I did not expect this, but my sophomore year at Pepperdine feels different than my first year. I went to the same school for 12 years before I went to Pepperdine. I was comfortable at my old school because I knew every student and teacher. I knew the campus and where every class was, and I knew how to get around my home city — Prague. My first semester at Pepperdine wasn't the … [Read more...] about Good News: Time Will Tell
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Rant and Rave: Alfred Coffee
Art Illustrations by Vivian Hsia Rant: I first heard about Alfred Coffee through the many influencers and celebrities who posted photos on Instagram with the famous antler "A" logo all over their coffee cups. As a coffee lover, I was excited to hear Alfred's was coming to Malibu and had to try this highly favored coffee shop. That excitement quickly ended when I took my … [Read more...] about Rant and Rave: Alfred Coffee
Dorm Dilemma: Students React to Housing Hardships
Seaside Hall is Pepperdine's most recent addition to on-campus housing, which typically accommodates 458 Seaver students. Upper-level students said they faced difficulties in securing dorms for the 2022-23 academic year. Photo by Mary Elisabeth Pepperdine is located in Malibu and while attending a university in such a "'brand name' beach community" has perks like running into … [Read more...] about Dorm Dilemma: Students React to Housing Hardships
Good News: Experience the Excitement of a Concert
Growing up, I did not go to many concerts. I have always loved listening to music on my own time, while doing homework or with friends, but I was never eager to stand in a concert pit with hundreds of people in front of loud speakers. I have only been to an R5 concert and the iHeart Radio Music Festival. After going to The Driver Era concert on Aug. 26, this all changed. The … [Read more...] about Good News: Experience the Excitement of a Concert
New to the ‘Bu: Learn to Live Like a Local
Art by Vivian Hsia A new school year means new students learning to navigate Malibu and the Pepperdine campus. First-years and transfer students alike will learn to adapt to a new social atmosphere and academic environment. “Enjoy your time, take time to slow down at Pepperdine," junior Emily Audras said. "Everything's fast-paced, so try to be intentional and have an open … [Read more...] about New to the ‘Bu: Learn to Live Like a Local