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‘From Loss to Light’: Arik Housley Discusses Finding Resilience in Grief at 2026 RISE Summit
Pepperdine hosted Arik Housley (‘96), father of Pepperdine student Alaina, who was killed in the mass shooting at Borderline Bar & Grill in 2018. Housley spoke at the W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series and the annual RISE Summit on Feb 20.
SGA Passes Nature’s Edge Snack Resolution
SGA passed a new resolution sending a list of new snacks to Nature’s Edge and passed a general funds request for the Waves Private Equity Association. Committees met for the third time this semester.
Administrators Attend SGA Committees, DAW General Funds Request Passed
Administrators and Bon Appétit staff met with students during Student Government Association committee meetings Feb. 11. SGA also passed a general funds request for Disability Awareness Week.
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Pepperdine Waves Debate Fosters Community Beyond Competition
The Pepperdine Waves Debate Team is one of the many academic experiences that Pepperdine offers. Members spoke on how the team is set up and shared their experiences.
Lessons Beyond the Classroom: Students Reflect on Life Away from Malibu
As Pepperdine students spread across the globe this semester, they are finding that studying abroad is about far more than travel and photo-worthy views. From growing their faith to redefining what “home” means, students are reflecting on what they’ve gained and what they didn’t realize they’d miss about life in Malibu.
A Rite of Passage: Waves Hike to the Cross For Pepperdine’s Best View
Students hike to the cross for a panoramic view of campus, the ocean and the surrounding mountains. The trail has become more than a physical climb — it is a rite of passage that blends tradition, community and beauty.
