Photo Courtesy of Team Malibu 2016 Jefferson “Zuma Jay” Wagner has worn many hats during his 46 years living in Malibu, including that of an LA County Deputy Sheriff, a Ralph Lauren model, a small business owner and a Malibu City Council Member, but perhaps the most interesting part of the man with a motto […]
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photo Courtesy of Nick Schifano “I think in certain stages of your life –– being a senior in high school is one of them, and I think being a senior in college is another –– it’s hard to envision your life after this phase. What’s next, you know? As a senior in high school, trying […]
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photo Courtesy of Maddi Hassell When sophomore Maddi Hassell was a freshman in high school, she volunteered to represent her cheer team at the National Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The day initially began as an opportunity to gain a few service hours, but by the end she realized she had gained […]
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Courtesy of Amanda Langston “I actually knew my passport number before I ever even knew a home address; I knew international travel safety videos by heart before I’d heard the American Pledge of Allegiance. I had never kept up with a Kardashian, or seen any Star Wars movie. I only pretended to know who Luke […]
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photo by Jeff Haas “As I was floating there, I thought about how my entire body and my mind were completely at the mercy of the sensory deprivation tank. But in that, God spoke to me and said ‘I am the one in control of your life, nothing else. Give up the reins to me, […]
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photo by Hannah Almsted Editor’s Note: This is the first installment of the Humans of the Caf series, modeled after the popular Humans of New York series. Pepperdine’s community is privileged to have many distinct students — unique students with unique stories. A chance encounter in the Caf can evolve into a gripping conversation and […]
Eating Disorders Found among Men and Women
Infograph by Hannah Almsted At the beginning of her freshman year, Jane (named changed for anonymity) began an intense fitness regime that would rival even the most elite athletes. From twice-a-day workouts to a strict diet full of lean protein and no carbs, you might think she was training for something — and she was: […]
