During midterms this past semester, I decided to buy myself some flowers on a stressful day. Since then, I have made it a weekly tradition to go on a solo date to buy fresh flowers, and it brings me more joy than I ever expected.Flower shopping is an exciting experience — I never know what my options are going to be when I walk into the grocery store or the farmer’s … [Read more...] about Good News: Cherish the Power of Flowers
Eighth Annual Global Learning Week Promotes Global Citizenry
Senior Heidelberg ambassador Lauren Whittington sets up mailboxes for students to send letters to their friends abroad. GLW tabled on Lower Adamson Plaza during the week of Jan. 24-28 to promote international education. Photos by Denver PattersonThe goal of Global Learning Week is to highlight global citizenry and the interconnectedness of the world, said Greg Muger, director … [Read more...] about Eighth Annual Global Learning Week Promotes Global Citizenry
The Hub Revamps Seaver 200 with Interest-Focused Breakout Groups
The famous cross above Pepperdine reminds students of the significance of faith at the University. Assistant Chaplain Peter Walton said Seaver 200 is a core element of the student experience. Photo by Abby Wilt Faith on campus is a core part of Pepperdine's mission, and Seaver 200 brings that to life, Associate Chaplain Rachel Collins said. May 2021, the University announced … [Read more...] about The Hub Revamps Seaver 200 with Interest-Focused Breakout Groups
New Tenure-Track Stars: Communication Professor Prioritizes Student Connections
Colin Storm attends a conference at the Washington State University Research Symposium in Pullman, Washington in summer 2017. Storm was a journalist out of college before finding a passion for teaching and research, he said. Photo courtesy of Colin StormFinding one’s calling can be a lifelong process, but Professor of Communication Colin Storm said his time working at … [Read more...] about New Tenure-Track Stars: Communication Professor Prioritizes Student Connections
New Tenure-Track Stars: Political Science Professor Empowers Students
Karie Riddle walks on the streets of the old town center of New Delhi, India in summer 2013. Riddle studied Hindi and did exploratory research before becoming a professor at Pepperdine in 2021. Photo courtesy of Karie RiddleKarie Riddle, assistant professor of Political Science, was on a path to becoming a policy maker when she took a detour that led to teaching. When … [Read more...] about New Tenure-Track Stars: Political Science Professor Empowers Students
