Nostalgia is a mind’s trick, but our taste buds feel it too. At Pepperdine, students can often find themselves wrestling with homesickness. Far removed from their familiar routines, flavors and comforts of home, many college students find the transition into college life-altering. Students said college dining feels limited, with fewer options and a loss of the small but … [Read more...] about Taste of Home: How Cultural Food Markets Help Students Feel Connected
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Waves Market: The Bridge Between Pepperdine and the Malibu Community
What began as a farmer’s market in 2018 has evolved into a bi-monthly collection of Malibu’s best small businesses. From cultural food and beverages to jewelry and personal cosmetics, Waves Market serves as a bridge between the local community and Pepperdine students. Vendors said Waves Market has been a rewarding adventure for them and described the inspiration and purpose … [Read more...] about Waves Market: The Bridge Between Pepperdine and the Malibu Community
Two Years Later: Malibu Honors ‘Our Four Girls’
Alpha Phi member Sofia Preston places flowers on Deslyn Williams' tire Oct. 17. Preston said she felt honored to be at a ceremony to remember our four girls. Photos by Haylie Ross Editor’s Note: The Graphic chose to refer to Asha Weir, Deslyn Williams, Niamh Rolston and Peyton Stewart as girls. While they all were over the age of 18, the Graphic chose to use the term girls … [Read more...] about Two Years Later: Malibu Honors ‘Our Four Girls’
Pepperdine Community Welcomes Pura Vida Miami
Pura Vida Miami opens at Cross Creek Ranch on Sept. 23. Assistant Manager Luis Perez said Pura Vida is making efforts to contribute to the Malibu community beyond just being a restaurant. Photos by Melissa Bustos RochaPura Vida Miami has made its appearance at the Cross Creek Ranch shopping center.Husband-wife duo, Omer and Jennifer Horev, recently introduced Pura Vida Miami to … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Community Welcomes Pura Vida Miami
Doing Presidency the Niccie Jamitkowski Way
Niccie Jamitkowski (center) poses with friends celebrating their sisterhood during Bid Night at Zinqué on Sept. 8. For the last day of recruitment, Bid Night introduces the new PNMs into the chapter. Photos courtesy of Niccie JamitkowskiEditor's Note: The author is a member of Pepperdine's Gamma Rho chapter of Delta Delta Delta. Every Sunday night, a gavel bangs as the … [Read more...] about Doing Presidency the Niccie Jamitkowski Way