I look out to the ocean from Dongbaeksom Island durning my trip to Busan, South Korea, on Oct. 5. This trip to Busan was a nice break from the bustling city of Seoul.Photos by Claire LeeMy first month out of quarantine flew by. I became accustomed to the public transportation system and somewhat adjusted to independent living while taking online classes, but I needed a break … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: Taking a Trip to Busan
Abroad in South Korea: Experiencing the Second Wave in Seoul
I stand in front of a frog statue that reminds locals to be COVID-19 conscious at Haeundae Beach in Busan on Oct. 3. The large frog portrayed COVID-19's impact on social and public visuals. Photos by Claire Lee The South Korean government has closely watched the COVID-19 outbreak while continuously adapting policies, which have altered the lifestyle of all its citizens … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: Experiencing the Second Wave in Seoul
Abroad in South Korea: The Real Quarantine Process
Art by Ally Armstrong Photos by Claire Lee After months of planning for Pepperdine's Buenos Aires, Argentina International Program, COVID-19 forced me to abandon my hopes of studying abroad. Hundreds of other IP-bound students at Pepperdine were also preparing to study abroad since November 2019, but we understood the program had to be canceled in the midst of the … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: The Real Quarantine Process
Dance in Flight Stays Flexible During the Virtual Semester
The Dance In Flight company members dance to the opening number for their 2020 spring performance. This show occurred in the Smothers Theatre before COVID-19 impacted the campus. Photo courtesy of Dance In Flight Before COVID-19 hit, the Dance In Flight (DIF) team had the ability to perform and practice together on the Malibu campus. Erin Heffes, senior and DIF student … [Read more...] about Dance in Flight Stays Flexible During the Virtual Semester
Opinion: Fall 2020 Is the Time to Be Intentional
Art by Madeline Duvall Were you devastated by the switch to online classes this fall? Instead of returning to Pepperdine's beautiful Malibu campus, students will now have to spend the semester sitting in front of their laptop for at least 12 to 18 hours per week. Terrific. Despite the challenges of virtual classes such as spotty connections and tired eyes, an online … [Read more...] about Opinion: Fall 2020 Is the Time to Be Intentional
