Photos by Vernie CovarrubiasThe gadget-filled space, with floor length windows that face the second floor of Payson Library, is home to Pepperdine’s center for emerging technology: the Genesis Lab. Open since fall 2017, the Lab offers classes, one-on-one training and free use of virtual reality (VR) technology, 3D printers and eSports gaming systems to students. The Lab … [Read more...] about Genesis Lab Introduces New Technology
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Sexual Assault Incidents Reveal Need for Increased Communication at Schools
As the Pepperdine community has seen an increase in sexual assault reporting, an online survey of 45 students conducted in spring 2019 showed only 44% of students reported they knew the process of reporting a sexual assault. There were two reports of rape and three reports of fondling in 2018, according to Pepperdine's 2018 Campus Safety and Fire Safety report. … [Read more...] about Sexual Assault Incidents Reveal Need for Increased Communication at Schools
Senior Becomes First Wave to Win Oracle/ITA Masters
Photo courtesy of Ricky Davis | Pepperdine Athletics In the five years that Pepperdine has co-hosted the esteemed Oracle/ITA Masters tournament, no Wave has ever won a title of any kind. That changed early Sunday afternoon at Malibu Racquet Club, as Pepperdine senior Ashley Lahey dominated the women's singles final 6-3, 6-0 against UCLA redshirt senior Jada Hart. Lahey … [Read more...] about Senior Becomes First Wave to Win Oracle/ITA Masters
CBD, Medical Marijuana Remain Illegal at Pepperdine, Despite Farm Bill
Art by Natalie RulonCBD products and medical marijuana are not allowed on Pepperdine's campus, despite the fact that cannabis products derived from hemp are legal at both a state and federal level.The state of California passed the Adult Use of Marijuana Act in 2016, which opened the doors for the legal growing, distribution and use of marijuana in California. Until recently, … [Read more...] about CBD, Medical Marijuana Remain Illegal at Pepperdine, Despite Farm Bill
Inauguration Ceremony Celebrates President Gash
“The world needs more Pepperdine in it. Our mandate, our unique gift to the world is our students," President James A. Gash said Wednesday morning at his inauguration ceremony to the crowd of students, alumni, faculty and distinguished guests at Alumni Park. Gash's inauguration is only the eighth in the university's history."To my kids Jessica, Joshua and Jennifer, I … [Read more...] about Inauguration Ceremony Celebrates President Gash
