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From Fire to Tide: Malibu’s Wildfires Leave a Wake That Won’t Wash Away
Malibu’s shore appears calm, but the effects of the 2025 wildfires aren’t over. Rains keep flushing contaminants into the ocean, debris keeps resurfacing and residents face weariness about returning to the water.
Good News: Finding Home in CCB 143
CCB 143 — the Graphic newsroom — is the home of deep connections and high quality college journalism. Managing Editor Tony Gleason explains how this location became his home.
London Program Reroutes From Turkey to Scotland After Iran War
Pepperdine’s London abroad program cancelled its March educational field trip (EFT) to Turkey after the Iran War began on Feb. 28. London students will instead visit Scotland toward the end of their semester abroad.
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Students Explore the Cultural Phenomenon of Music Festivals
The impact of today’s rapidly growing musical festival culture generates diverse opinions among today’s youth. Pepperdine students highlighted emerging benefits and concerns within the industry and the fan experience.
The Student Behind the Symposium: Aspiring Oncologist Sparks Cancer Conference
Madison Johnson was the student founder behind the 2026 Pepperdine Oncology Symposium. Through her passion for cancer research, she has devoted her time at Pepperdine to immersing herself in experiences that will shape her medical career.
Dance in Flight Explores How Everyone is Connected in ‘Threads’
Dance in Flight’s 2026 production opens March 19 in Smothers Theatre. The theme of this year’s show is ‘Threads,’ and explores how everyone has relationships and situations that have shaped who they are and led them to where they are today.
