‘From Loss to Light’: Arik Housley Discusses Finding Resilience in Grief at 2026 RISE Summit

‘From Loss to Light’: Arik Housley Discusses Finding Resilience in Grief at 2026 RISE Summit

Feb 26, 2026
Pepperdine hosted Arik Housley (‘96), father of Pepperdine student Alaina, who was killed in the mass shooting at Borderline Bar & Grill in 2018. Housley spoke at the W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series and the annual RISE Summit on Feb 20.
SGA Passes Nature’s Edge Snack Resolution

SGA Passes Nature’s Edge Snack Resolution

Feb 26, 2026
SGA passed a new resolution sending a list of new snacks to Nature’s Edge and passed a general funds request for the Waves Private Equity Association. Committees met for the third time this semester.
Administrators Attend SGA Committees, DAW General Funds Request Passed

Administrators Attend SGA Committees, DAW General Funds Request Passed

Feb 18, 2026
Administrators and Bon Appétit staff met with students during Student Government Association committee meetings Feb. 11. SGA also passed a general funds request for Disability Awareness Week.

life & ARTs

‘Rich in Giving’: International Studies Student Leads with Compassion

‘Rich in Giving’: International Studies Student Leads with Compassion

Feb 5, 2026
From a small town in Ethiopia to Pepperdine, senior Tsion Gerbaba’s journey has shaped her vision of leadership. Now an International Studies student, she approaches the world with creativity and faith — with the goal of serving others.
The End of a Chapter: Seniors Reflect on Pepperdine Experiences

The End of a Chapter: Seniors Reflect on Pepperdine Experiences

Feb 1, 2026
As graduation approaches, seniors are beginning to realize post-grad is coming faster than expected. Seniors reflected on what they hope to accomplish before walking across the stage in May and the memories they will carry with them.
Weisman Museum Presents Their New Exhibition: ‘A Modern Look’

Weisman Museum Presents Their New Exhibition: ‘A Modern Look’

Jan 28, 2026
The Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art opened their new exhibit, titled ‘A Modern Look,’ Jan. 16. The exhibit features selections from the museum’s permanent collection and will run through Sunday, March 29.