Being tucked away in the Santa Monica Mountains gives Pepperdine its characteristic sweeping ocean views and adds a nice element of privacy and security on campus.As we enjoy our mountainous home and bask in the California sunlight, it can be easy to forget about some of our furry neighbors lurking nearby. While seeing deer by the CCB or a bunny on Lower Dorm Road is a fun … [Read more...] about The Fine Print: The Essential Mountain Lion Preparedness Guide
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Temporary Fitness Center Slated for Completion by End of 2021
Construction continues at the Pepperdine Fitness Center between Seaside Residence Hall and Eden House. Pepperdine's Design and Construction team expects the facility to be finished by the end of 2021. Photo by Ryan BrinkmanThough experiencing a construction delay, the new structure between Seaside Residence Hall and Eden House will be complete by the end of 2021. The project … [Read more...] about Temporary Fitness Center Slated for Completion by End of 2021
The Coast of California: Finding the Hidden Gems
Photos Courtesy of Maverick Tuner and Amelia Edmonson There’s a reason why hundreds of songs talk about it. Why people spend their entire lives dreaming about it. Because driving up (or down) the coast of California can change your life. It can show you sights you only ever knew from pictures. It can make you feel big, make you feel small, and make you feel an endless … [Read more...] about The Coast of California: Finding the Hidden Gems
Locals Encounter Mountain Lions
We live in their habitat. Park officials have a reminder after two notable mountain lion incidents. A mountain lion approached a Westlake village home earlier this week. The animals entered the backyard of the home, and charged four times at the glass door, leaving the family in the home terrified. Santa Monica mountain ranger Anthony Bevilacqua weighed in on the mountain … [Read more...] about Locals Encounter Mountain Lions
Malibu Hidden Gem: Malibu Creek State Park
Photo courtesy of McKenna OlsonMalibu Creek State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities and opportunities to enjoy nature.Nestled just past Pepperdine's campus, north on Malibu Canyon Road, Malibu Creek State Park has seemingly endless opportunities for the outdoors enthusiast, from hiking to kayaking to rock climbing.The park grounds stretch more than 8,000 acres and … [Read more...] about Malibu Hidden Gem: Malibu Creek State Park