Sophomore Liam Stringer (left) and his dad, Tyler Stringer (right), smile together on the Balboa Ferry to the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach on June 27, 2011. Stringer said his dad was the most special part of his childhood. Photo courtesy of Liam StringerCollege is a threshold. A place where childhood fades softly into independence. Between ocean views and crowded dorm … [Read more...] about Threads of Texas: How College Students Carry Their Childhoods Forward
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“Moments in Time”: A History of Pepperdine Traditions
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
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
Sport Administration Professor Remains the One Constant at Pepperdine
Photo by Betsy Burrow Through his over 50-year career at Pepperdine, John Watson, founder of the Sport Administration program, has seen massive changes. He’s worked under five presidents, was a part of the shift from the Los Angeles campus to the Malibu campus and saw the Malibu campus grow into what it is today, among several other changes. Watson originally joined … [Read more...] about Sport Administration Professor Remains the One Constant at Pepperdine
Nonprofit Management Class Awards Over $80K to Local Nonprofits
Students in NPM 302 stand with Ruth Bernstein, professor of Nonprofit Management, in the Faculty Dining Room on Nov. 17. Students put together a Giving Ceremony to honor the nonprofits they chose with grant money. Photo courtesy of Vivian ChanOn Nov. 17, students taking NPM 302, Financial Development for Nonprofit Organizations, hosted a Giving Ceremony event for local … [Read more...] about Nonprofit Management Class Awards Over $80K to Local Nonprofits