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“Moments in Time”: A History of Pepperdine Traditions

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Pepperdine students perform at Songfest in 1989. Though no longer an event for current students, the tradition lives on in alumni's memories. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine Libraries Digital Collections Unlike its larger neighboring schools, Pepperdine does not have many school traditions centered around sports. Instead, Pepperdine traditions have promoted community through … [Read more...] about “Moments in Time”: A History of Pepperdine Traditions

Struggles of Women Faculty

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Photo by Betsy BurrowInstitutional leaders tend to portray their organizations as equal and inclusive — but that is not always the case. Women faculty members at Pepperdine face many unique challenges, striving to pave the way for women in higher education.Professors said it can be difficult to gain respect from their students, receive recognition for their work and be … [Read more...] about Struggles of Women Faculty

Students Practice Monastic Rule of Life

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Pepperdine students shared insight into how creating a daily routine using the Rule of Life framework is helping them as they actively prepare for the future.The concept of the Rule of Life comes from a monastic way of life and the rule of St. Benedict, said Chandler Darby, the associate director of Seaver Chapel. The idea is for a person to highlight a handful of intentions … [Read more...] about Students Practice Monastic Rule of Life

Larry Flores: Rise of Surf Trip Supply

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At just 14 years old, first-year Larry Flores set out to create something he never saw in the surf industry: a brand that felt like a community.What started as a simple sketch of items he’d take on a surf trip turned into Surf Trip Supply, a surfwear brand that has quickly built a strong following. Flores said Surf Trip Supply is about more than just clothing — … [Read more...] about Larry Flores: Rise of Surf Trip Supply