A man of many titles, Lee Kats has done it all — a professor of Biology, the Frank R. Seaver chair of Natural Science and the most recent addition, Dean of Seaver College.In his over 30 years of being part of the Pepperdine community, Kats has left a lasting mark on students, faculty and staff across the university.After his appointment as Dean of Seaver College on March … [Read more...] about Scientist, Midwesterner and Mentor: Dean Lee Kats Shares Journey from Farm to Shore
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Jellycats Spark Cuddly Craze at Pepperdine
Adorable and irresistibly cuddly, Jellycat stuffed animals have become a beloved craze among Pepperdine students.Jellycats are not an average teddy bear. The plush toys come in various shapes, sizes and objects. "I have a tiny Jellycat coffee mug that is so cute," first-year Gabi Garmon said. "I want to get a giant bunny Jellycat someday."While classic teddy bears and bunny … [Read more...] about Jellycats Spark Cuddly Craze at Pepperdine
Dance in Flight Explores the Past in ‘Archive’
Dance in Flight (DIF) opened their 2025 production March 20 in Smothers Theatre. This year's theme, 'Archive,' presented dances that dove into past memories, moments, thoughts and feelings.The show, directed by alumna Kate Dalforno, senior Gianna Vallone and senior Maddie Enos and produced by alumna Katie Price, contained 16 dances with 34 company members, five committee … [Read more...] about Dance in Flight Explores the Past in ‘Archive’
Women’s History Month Creates Space for Reflection, Support, Celebration
Editor’s Note: The Graphic chose to refer to Deslyn Williams by her first name only after her first reference. While the Graphic typically uses last names only after first reference, the Graphic chose to use Deslyn's first name to remain consistent with how Deslyn was referred to in ongoing coverage of the October 2023 crash. Every month of every year, women prove to be … [Read more...] about Women’s History Month Creates Space for Reflection, Support, Celebration
Abilene Christian University Fraternity Bikes 1,405 Miles to Malibu
A group of 11 Gamma Sigma Phi fraternity brothers biked 1,405 miles from Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas to Pepperdine. The brothers left March 7 and arrived in Malibu the afternoon of March 12, where they were welcomed by over 400 Pepperdine students. The fraternity's alumni completed the journey once over 20 years ago, Abilene senior Jackson Kulp said. This … [Read more...] about Abilene Christian University Fraternity Bikes 1,405 Miles to Malibu