I stand in front of the South Korean flag at Odusan Unification Tower on Nov. 8. North Korea was on my far right as I stood near the Northern tip of South Korea. Photo courtesy of Ji Yeon Cha. When I heard about the online platform for fall 2020, I thought about how I would spend my time at home. Up until Pepperdine's official announcement, I never imagined calling Seoul, … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: The Spirit of Adventure Doesn’t Stop After the Semester Is Over
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Abroad in South Korea: Studying Abroad Without Pepperdine’s International Programs
Art by Madeline Duvall Photos by Claire Lee Every day in Seoul, South Korea has been very different, but the most consistent factor has been the fast pace of time. Traveling alone means I don't have an established program to guide my adventures. Although I have a general plan for each week, every day tumbles into a new adventure. When I wake up early enough, I jog to … [Read more...] about Abroad in South Korea: Studying Abroad Without Pepperdine’s International Programs
What’s Up with Word Up
Image courtesy of Launnie PhillipsWord Up is focusing on its community and planning for the upcoming semester. In the online fall 2020 semester and onwards, the organization's leaders are working to utilize faith, music and community to create a safe space for students. Word Up is an on-campus ministry designed to help students become more involved in their faith while … [Read more...] about What’s Up with Word Up
Review: ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Embodies the Holiday Spirit
Jack Skellington and Sally sing the iconic finale to the film where they discover they are "simply meant to be." "The Nightmare Before Christmas" producer Tim Burton is known for his stop motion animation and gothic fantasy.Photos courtesy of DisneyIn Disney's 1993 film, "The Nightmare Before Christmas," the audience takes a step inside the mind of the creator, Tim Burton. His … [Read more...] about Review: ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Embodies the Holiday Spirit
Students Share Their Poetry at Expressionists’ Fall Coffeehouse Event
Students gather on Zoom to share original and published literary work. This event is usually in the Sandbar and features snacks and decor, but the staff had to adjust to an online setting this semester. Photo courtesy of Amanda CooperPepperdine's coffeehouse events are a time when students can openly share their artistic ability through music, poetry, art and other talents. … [Read more...] about Students Share Their Poetry at Expressionists’ Fall Coffeehouse Event