Students from across the country as well as from Canada and South Korea will flock to Malibu to attend the largest ethnic-specific student conference in the United States. The 24th annual Korean American Students Conference (KASCON) will take place March 5 and 6 at Pepperdine. KASCON originated at Princeton University in 1987 and has since served to provide … [Read more...] about Pep to host Korean summit
Dean Starr remembers time at Pep
After five and a half years as dean of Pepperdine School of Law Starr will leave June 1 to take over as president of Baylor University. But as he prepares to leave for Waco Texas his reflections on Malibu emphasize how much of Pepperdine he will take with him."One of the areas where I really needed to do a lot of homework coming in [as law dean was] what is the idea and nature … [Read more...] about Dean Starr remembers time at Pep
Students tour the holy land
Florence International Program students embarked on a field trip to Israel during the first week of February. This unique opportunity proved a transformative educational experience for participants.For many the trip was the highlight of the year. "I could not imagine a better place for an EFT [Educational Field Trip] program student Amelia Huckins said. It was an … [Read more...] about Students tour the holy land
DTD plans to restore frat image on campus
The men of Delta Tau Delta (DTD) became the newest Greeks on campus after establishing a chapter at Pepperdine last fall. To the Greek community this addition means excitement furthering of community the call of brotherhood and a chance to witness another chapter in the fraternal cycle.DTD's commitment to integrity caught Pepperdine's eye right from the beginning."(The Delts) … [Read more...] about DTD plans to restore frat image on campus
Consider the cost of academic apathy
"Time is money"— or so they say. It's a phrase that ironically enough seems to be as old as time itself. Given that it has passed through the ages I think we ought to give it a fair amount of consideration which most of us do in our day-to-day activities. If you currently hold a job for instance I think it is safe to say you expect to be compensated for time spent in said … [Read more...] about Consider the cost of academic apathy