So, it’s Black History Month and what’s the first thing I hear in regard to it? Not a statement to appreciate what the month means, but a question. “Why isn’t there a white history month?” At first I was tempted to be offended, but then I thought more about it. Did I even have a true appreciation for Black History Month? What is the purpose of it anyway? I decided to dispel … [Read more...] about Black history is American history
Fuel your body like an athlete
Pepperdine competes in the most competitive NCAA division in the nation and against the top teams in many sports. The Waves have won 12 NCAA Division I championships, and continue to produce powerhouse athletes every year. Athletes such as MLB player Danny Worth and soccer stars Anisa Guajardo and Roxanne Barker prove that the Waves bring in and produce some of the great … [Read more...] about Fuel your body like an athlete
Create a V-Day to remember
Valentine’s Day is approaching fast, and the pressure is on to make this year even more romantic than last. This can be challenging for many college students who are used to giving the standard gift of roses and a box of chocolate. So, how can a college student on a budget make Valentine’s Day special? Try visiting some of these local places for a unique experience. Santa … [Read more...] about Create a V-Day to remember
Mailroom adjusts procedures
Fall semester was witness to long lines at the Sandbar and many frustrated students waiting for their books and packages to arrive. Spring semester has been different. So far, the mailroom in the Sandbar has seen shorter lines, and for a time, package scanning stations were available. Many of the changes occurred under the supervision of Stan Jones, manager of Mail and … [Read more...] about Mailroom adjusts procedures
Doctoral programs ranked No. 17
The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership program at Pepperdine’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology was ranked No. 17 out of 49 universities in the nation for 2012, according to Leadership Excellence magazine. Dr. June Schmieder-Ramirez, chair of the Organizational Leadership program, said the ranking is a great step for the program and GSEP. “It means a … [Read more...] about Doctoral programs ranked No. 17