With one post at a time, the Communication Studies Department wants to set the record straight on the stereotype that “Communication is an easy major." The Pepperdine Communication Studies Department is making a social media splash, advocating for the utility and importance of a degree in communication. The Instagram initiative aims to reach out to prospective students and … [Read more...] about The Communication Studies Department Makes Social Media Splash
Men’s Basketball Falls Against Oregon State
Pepperdine Men’s basketball accepted defeat against Oregon State University on Feb. 20 in Firestone Fieldhouse. Head Coach Ed Schilling said that despite the loss, the team put up a good game, staying toe-to-toe with the Beavers. "I give our guys credit," Schilling said. "They fought really hard against a really good team." Redshirt senior forward Boubacar Coulibaly … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball Falls Against Oregon State
Pepperdine Cheerleading Breaks the Cheerleader Stereotype
Beyond the polished routines and sparkling uniforms, Pepperdine Cheer is breaking the cheerleader stereotype and rewriting what it means to really be a cheerleader. Senior cheerleader Georgia Puckett has been a part of the cheer team for two years and advocates to disprove the harmful stereotype of cheerleaders depicted in society. "These women are so empowering," Puckett … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Cheerleading Breaks the Cheerleader Stereotype
Pepperdine Baseball Opens Season Against University of Utah
On a sunny Valentine’s Day in Malibu, Pepperdine Baseball opened their season against University of Utah at Eddy D. Field Stadium. A 10-inning game resulted in the University of Utah taking the game 3-1. This was also Tyler LaTorre's first game as Pepperdine's head coach.Although Pepperdine started the season off with a loss, LaTorre said the team is preparing for a long … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Baseball Opens Season Against University of Utah
Photogallery: Men’s Volleyball Couldn’t Overcome No. 16 CSUN
Pepperdine's Mens Volleyball accepted defeat against No.16 California State University Northridge in a four-set matchup in Firestone Fieldhouse on Feb. 8. The Waves started out slow, allowing the Matadors to take the lead from the beginning and Pepperdine couldn't keep up.The first set included five lead changes. Pepperdine was hot at the net with Ryan Barnett, redshirt junior … [Read more...] about Photogallery: Men’s Volleyball Couldn’t Overcome No. 16 CSUN