Flourishing After Fire: Sprouts Return to Malibu Hillsides

Flourishing After Fire: Sprouts Return to Malibu Hillsides

Mar 31, 2025
Sprouts are budding where not too long ago burned vegetation filled the hillsides after the Franklin and Palisades fires. While native plants might be recovering, invasive species might be moving in too.
Good News: ‘Slow Down, You’re Doing Fine’

Good News: ‘Slow Down, You’re Doing Fine’

Mar 30, 2025
Senior year can be a rush, but it’s important to slow down and enjoy the moment. Managing Editor Gabrielle Salgado assures that it is OK to not have everything figured out just yet.
The Beauty and Danger of Being a Student in Malibu

The Beauty and Danger of Being a Student in Malibu

Mar 30, 2025
From tragedy on PCH to fires taking the apartments of students, the location of Pepperdine University is a source of anxiety for many students. However, multiple students said the aesthetically beautiful location and supportive community is what makes them feel at home while at college.

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GoLocalMalibu: Bingo Supports Local Businesses

GoLocalMalibu: Bingo Supports Local Businesses

Apr 1, 2025
Following the devastation of the L.A. County fires, Malibu Pacific Church has introduced an interactive way to support local businesses. The initiative, GoLocalMalibu, encourages locals to support several businesses across Malibu.
Sweet Treats Taste Sweeter With Friends

Sweet Treats Taste Sweeter With Friends

Apr 1, 2025
Two simple words can bring automatic joy: sweet treat. Biting into a warm chocolate chip cookie or enjoying a scoop of ice cream is a simple pleasure many appreciate. However, enjoying a sweet treat is about more than just eating dessert — it creates a meaningful ritual and helps build connection with loved ones.
Scientist, Midwesterner and Mentor: Dean Lee Kats Shares Journey from Farm to Shore

Scientist, Midwesterner and Mentor: Dean Lee Kats Shares Journey from Farm to Shore

Mar 31, 2025
Lee Kats, Seaver College’s newest dean, has been an integral part of the Pepperdine community for over 30 years. Beyond his administrative titles, Kats is a lover of animals, research and travel with a passion for advocating for faculty and student involvement in research.