Only about a third of Pepperdine’s rising sophomores will attend the Year 2 Welcome retreat, which begins Aug. 20. Parents cited the $1,500 price tag as an issue and petitioned the administration for an on-campus orientation for those students not attending the retreat.
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Fresh Faces: Pianist Dreams of Inspiring Appreciation for Classical Music
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces Makayla Harris, a first-year who said she hopes to inspire people by spreading her music.
Fresh Faces: Athlete Shares His Confidence With the Pepperdine Community
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces Timothy Jackson, a first-year who said he hopes to use his own confidence to help other people shine.
Spring Enrollment Stays Consistent Despite Semester Starting Online
Although the spring 2021 semester is beginning virtually, more new students are currently enrolled than last spring. Spring admits and transfer students reflect on the digital start to their time at Pepperdine, hoping for a mid-semester reopening of campus and virtual opportunities to grow their faith.
