As of this year, L.A. fell below the 90% benchmark save rate, said Ariel Dengrove, Best Friends LA marketing specialist. Los Angeles County reached its no-kill status through the work of Best Friends, an American non-profit animal welfare organization. A “no-kill” status is reached when a city or county increases its save rate to over 90%, usually with organizations such as … [Read more...] about Organizations, Policies, Volunteers and More Help Address Animal Overcrowding in the L.A. Shelter System
Making it to the Finish Line: Pepperdine Class of 2023 Walk the Stage
On April 29, Seaver College's class of 2023 walked the stage and threw their caps during the commencement ceremony at Alumni Park. Graduating senior Naya Edwards gave the student address, Dean Michael Feltner honored Ronald Berryman (Seaver College alum '62 and MBA '67) with the Distinguished Alumnus Award and Ned Colletti — former Los Angeles Dodgers general manager — … [Read more...] about Making it to the Finish Line: Pepperdine Class of 2023 Walk the Stage
Sunday Mornings: Music Shines at the Staple Malibu Farmers Market
Local community members enjoy the sunshine and listen to performer Brad Welker at the Malibu Farmers Market on Feb. 12. Market owner Debra Bianco said she is looking for new student performers. Photos by Sammie Wuensche While walking in the fresh Malibu air and tasting the flavors of a strawberry and chocolate crepe, one could think they're in the middle of Paris. In reality, … [Read more...] about Sunday Mornings: Music Shines at the Staple Malibu Farmers Market
Pepp Guitar Department Presents Surfboard, Library and Masterclass Performances
Garrett Podgorski (left) and Nolan Harvel (right) play at the Osborne Concert Competition at Smothers Theatre on Oct. 20. Duo Podgorski and Harvel won the competition and Harvel said it was one of the best days of his life. Photo courtesy of Garrett Podgorski The Pepperdine Guitar Department, ranked No. 1 in Classical Guitar performance by Music School Central, recently … [Read more...] about Pepp Guitar Department Presents Surfboard, Library and Masterclass Performances
Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor
Photo by Lucian Himes Growing up, I was always singing. Always. When I was nervous or afraid of the dark, singing made me feel better every time, without fail. For me, music has always been a constant. If something stressful or sad happened during my school day, I would listen to music before bed. It made me feel better and recognize I wasn't alone. When life is hard and … [Read more...] about Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor
