Photo courtesy of Beth Laux Pepperdine's new executive director of International Programs (IP) Beth M. Laux, who succeeded Charles Hall as of Aug. 1, said studying abroad during her undergraduate education shaped her life and expanded her worldview. Pepperdine's International Programs give students the opportunity to study abroad in seven possible locations during the … [Read more...] about IP Begins New Year with Exec. Director Beth Laux
Life & Arts
Summer Hits Make a Splash
Photo courtesy of TaylorSwift.com This summer, entertainment reached new heights and set groundbreaking records with the release of numerous films, TV shows and music. The entertainment industry, a massive and lively entity, continues to grow and influence pop culture as new material continues to be released. Films Summer, often known as blockbuster film season, is the … [Read more...] about Summer Hits Make a Splash
Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans: Artist Spotlight — Brandon Harper aka Beau Golden
Photo courtesy of Brandon Harper“Ultimately as people, we just want to be happy.”Though a simple quote, it seamlessly exposes the reason of our actions as humans. I had the pleasure of interviewing the talented singer, songwriter and producer Brandon Harper who professionally goes by Beau Golden. Harper explains how creating music gives him a special sense of … [Read more...] about Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans: Artist Spotlight — Brandon Harper aka Beau Golden
Coffee Monday with Molly Day
Photo by Julia DonlonCoffee Monday is a movement that I started in 2017 to cultivate an atmosphere of inclusiveness and inspire deeper relationships. Every Monday, I get the privilege of listening to what people are passionate about, who they love and what makes them, them — all over two cups of coffee.During a weekly one-hour coffee date, I spend time with someone and … [Read more...] about Coffee Monday with Molly Day
‘Taming of the Shrew’ Debuts in Smothers
Photo courtesy of Julia Donlon The Pepperdine Theatre Department puts a thought-provoking twist on William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew,” opening Wednesday, April 3 and running until Saturday, April 5 at Smothers Theatre. Scott Alan Smith, professor of Theater and director of the show, decided to swap the genders in this Shakespeare classic. This version of … [Read more...] about ‘Taming of the Shrew’ Debuts in Smothers