Pepperdine firefighters use volunteer service safeguarding University residents around the clock as a stepping stone to future careers in fire protection. By: Rosy Banks Assistant Living Editor Rolling around in their infamous bright red trucks, Pepperdine’s firefighters are seen on all corners of Pepperdine’s campus. But their duties when fires aren’t blazing are a mystery to … [Read more...] about In the hot seat
Sleep deprivation doesn’t have to be part of college
By: Jennifer Guellich Wellness Program Director Sleep? Sleep? Who needs it anyway? You do and here’s why. If you are getting sick more often, then you most likely are sleep deprived. Research shows that more than 100 million Americans do not get enough sleep. While there is some individual variation, the most sleep-deprived group of all is high school and college … [Read more...] about Sleep deprivation doesn’t have to be part of college
Inside the serving size debate: How much is too much?
By Eve Persak Student Dietetic Association “I’ll have a non-fat latte with soymilk in the venti cup.” “Can I have a large Carbolite frozen yogurt with extra strawberries and blueberries?” “Hey, grab a Superbag of those Baked Low-Sodium tortilla chips for the barbeque, will you?” In an effort to promote health and manage weight, individuals today will elect to eliminate … [Read more...] about Inside the serving size debate: How much is too much?
Face in the crowd: Pete Benigno
By Rosy Banks Assistant Living Editor When East Coast meets West Coast, junior Pete Benigno’s got something to say and he’s not afraid to share it. The Sigma Nu from New Jersey cherishes his time at Pepperdine, but admits aspects of the described Disneyland university are a sharp contrast to his reality. Benigno’s father worked from the ground up to become a successful … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Pete Benigno
Constructing houses and creating homes: A Habitat for Humanity
By Sarah Pye Living Editor At 7 a.m. Saturday, most people on campus were likely still snuggles cozily under their covers. But one group of service-oriented students was already gathered down in Rho parking lot at the break of day, ready to attend Pepperdine’s first Habitat for Humanity build this semester. Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit organization that … [Read more...] about Constructing houses and creating homes: A Habitat for Humanity