Art by Bethany WilsonWatching his father stagger home one night when he was young, freshman Carson Vandermade said he didn't realize his father was drunk until an argument exploded between his parents. It wasn't until later in his life he fully understood that his father suffered from alcoholism."You don't understand it, because you're a kid, so it's not like something that's … [Read more...] about A Loved One’s Role in Addiction
Season of Change
The sun has reemerged, the flowers at Point Dume are in bloom and the butterflies have started their migration. It looks like that groundhog was right: Spring is coming. Spring back home in Seattle means the grass has regained its green hue, the trees are growing new leaves, the birds have begun to sing again outside my window and the weather has peaked at 55 degrees (yes, … [Read more...] about Season of Change
Freedom Fight: HRL and Ethical Misconduct
Photos by Kaelin Mendez Disgruntled Housing and Residence Life student leaders voiced concerns over HRL hiring decisions for the 2019-2020 school year. From Monday, March 11 to Saturday, March 17, papers hung on the Freedom Wall quoting the RA/SLA standard contract, including an anonymous letter written to HRL about their decision to rehire student leaders who “knowingly … [Read more...] about Freedom Fight: HRL and Ethical Misconduct
Pepperdine Makes Waves with Innovation
Image Courtesy of Pepperdine Waves of Innovation websiteMove over "Shark Tank," Waves of Innovation is taking the stage.Pepperdine will host the fourth Waves of Innovation talk featuring the six finalists and their ideas Monday, March 18. Each finalist will give a presentation on their idea and why they believe they should be awarded a grant from Pepperdine, which can range … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Makes Waves with Innovation
TEDxPepperdineUniversity Speakers Give Sneak Peek of Speeches
Photos courtesy of TedxPepperdineUniversity The idea of "Take the Leap" can seem like a terrifying thought, but these nine speakers are encouraging listeners to do just that. On March 13, Pepperdine will host TEDxPepperdineUniversity, a TEDx event, centered on "Take the Leap." The list of speakers includes Pepperdine students, entrepreneurs, artists and leaders who will … [Read more...] about TEDxPepperdineUniversity Speakers Give Sneak Peek of Speeches
