Pepperdine is a Christian university that emphasizes the practice of Christian values for all members of the community. The majority of the campus community hails from Protestant backgrounds, specifically nondenominational evangelical forms of Christianity, according to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness’ website. Those who grew up in other Christian traditions, … [Read more...] about Two Worlds: Interfaith Students Find Balance Between Environments
Currents Spring 2024
Smayana Kurapati Creates Community at Pepperdine
Senior Smayana Kurapati has spent her time at Pepperdine curating community. Ahead of graduation, Kurapati is reflecting on the past four years of her involvement on campus as part of the Student Wellness Advisory Board, Women in STEM and Gamma Phi Beta. After starting her first year on Zoom, she said she was determined to have a real college experience. “I love just … [Read more...] about Smayana Kurapati Creates Community at Pepperdine