From left to right: First-years Colin Papé, Kellan Davidson, Zavi Nat and Jaden Mahomed smile at the peak of the Hike to the Cross on Aug. 30. The group speed-walked on the way up taking only two breaks, Papé said. Photo courtesy of Colin PapéThe Hike to the Cross is an out-and-back, three-mile hike from the back of Pepperdine’s campus into the Santa … [Read more...] about A Rite of Passage: Waves Hike to the Cross For Pepperdine’s Best View
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Opinion: Malibu’s Best Running Spots
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Running is my favorite way to exercise and unwind in nature. When I moved to Malibu for college, I made it a goal to try as many different, local running trails as I could. For junior Cross-Country runner Eden Mittelsdorf, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Malibu’s Best Running Spots
Climate Change: Letter from the Editor
Photo by Emily Shaw There should not have been a historic blizzard the weekend of my 16th birthday. Blizzards are common during winter in my small corner of western Kansas — but never at the end of April. As cows wandered the highway due to high drifts against fences, the snow melted away into the next 80-degree weekend. I then had a stark revelation: this was climate … [Read more...] about Climate Change: Letter from the Editor
The Fine Print: The Essential Mountain Lion Preparedness Guide
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
Creatures of the Night: California Rallies for Wildlife Restoration
Art by Milan Loiacono and Savannah Welch. While the Malibu community falls into a deep sleep, a frog calls for his lover; a mountain lion hunts for her cubs; an owl sings for all of the Santa Monica Mountains to hear. The night is alive. Although unseen to many, nocturnal animals continue to play a vital role in the Santa Monica Mountains — keeping ecosystems balanced … [Read more...] about Creatures of the Night: California Rallies for Wildlife Restoration