After the Franklin Fire, Pepperdine students found their faith was tested — not by sermons, but by a commute. With several churches in the Malibu area, many Pepperdine students set out to find a “church home.” While the university has ties to the Church of Christ, 80% of students attend churches of other denominations, according to Pepperdine University’s 2019 Religious … [Read more...] about Vintage Malibu’s Relocation Left Pepperdine Students at a Crossroads
Calamigos Ranch
More Students Migrate to Malibu Despite Ongoing Virtual Format
Graphic by Annabelle ChildersA first-year experience. A college community. A final track season. With the start of another online semester, students are hoping to salvage some of the experiences they’ve lost.Seaver Dean Michael Feltner’s Jan. 8, announcement outlined plans for an online start to the spring 2021 semester, prompting some students to pack their bags … [Read more...] about More Students Migrate to Malibu Despite Ongoing Virtual Format
Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Katie O’Malley
Senior Communication and Hispanic Studies double major Katie O'Malley poses at the Park Güell in Barcelona, Spain. Photo courtesy of Katie O'MalleyBefore Pepperdine shut down its campuses due to COVID-19 concerns, senior Communication and Hispanic Studies double major Katie O’Malley could be found running for the track team, studying, hanging out with fellow Pi Phis … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Katie O’Malley
Pepperdine Competes with Malibu Housing
Photo by Kaelin Mendez Pepperdine housing costs have steadily increased in the past decade. Every year students consider whether to live on or off campus. Although students may pay less money in rent to live off campus, the costs of furniture, utilities, renter's insurance and transportation, including gas, can add to the off-campus price tag. Options vary in price and … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Competes with Malibu Housing
Fire Claims Building at Calamigos; Students Unharmed
Photo by Michaela Meyer Pepperdine students were evacuated from their Calamigos Ranch dorms early this morning as a fire destroyed one of the buildings on the property. The Gerson Club, a lounge area near the ranch’s upper pool, burned down completely. Students were evacuated at 4 a.m., on Monday and the fire was extinguished by the fire department by 5 a.m. No one was … [Read more...] about Fire Claims Building at Calamigos; Students Unharmed
