Photos by Gabrielle NorteThe "Jesus in the Barrio" convo on Thursday, Oct. 4, challenged students to explore the parallels between the plight of modern-day Mexican-Americans and that of Jesus. Divisional Dean of Religion and Philosophy Dan Rodriguez compared seemingly undesirable, impoverished neighborhoods where many Mexican-Americans live such as Compton, Elysian Park and … [Read more...] about ‘Jesus in the Barrio’ Convo asks ‘Where is God today?’
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Michael Feinstein Leaves a Lasting Legacy of Classic Music
Photos by Kaelin MendezMichael Feinstein sang the classics to his audience while performing his rendition of "The Great American Songbook" at Smothers Theatre on Oct. 7."These songs are indestructible," Feinstein said during his performance. "They will outlive all of us."Feinstein is an award-winning pianist and singer, according to the show's program. He is a large supporter … [Read more...] about Michael Feinstein Leaves a Lasting Legacy of Classic Music
Unite Pepp Movement Continues Conversation on Good Samaritan Policy
Photo Courtesy of Elijah ZoarskiStudents corrected and graded the Good Samaritan Policy for a public display on the Freedom Wall on Thursday, Sept. 27. The seniors leading the Unite Pepp movement, Elijah Zoarski and Julia Donlon, utilized the Freedom Wall once again to spark a conversation about drugs and alcohol on campus. In April, Zoarski asked students to submit their most … [Read more...] about Unite Pepp Movement Continues Conversation on Good Samaritan Policy
Waves Weekend Draws Alumni Back into Pepp Community
Photos of Waves Weekend 2017 by Sam Petersen Next week, Pepperdine will celebrate its ninth annual Waves Weekend, an event that brings 200 to 300 alumni back to campus to celebrate alongside students, parents, faculty and friends, Chad Quiñones, associate director of Alumni Engagement for the Alumni Relations department, said. In combining alumni reunions, parents’ … [Read more...] about Waves Weekend Draws Alumni Back into Pepp Community
Santa Monica College Begins Construction on Malibu Campus
Photos by Alexx CausleySanta Monica College recently received approval to start construction on their 27,500 square foot satellite campus in Malibu. At the groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, Sept. 21, elected officials such as Malibu Mayor Rick Mullen, LA County District 3 Supervisor Sheila Kuehl and Santa Monica Board of Trustees Chair Barry Snell spoke publicly about the … [Read more...] about Santa Monica College Begins Construction on Malibu Campus
