Leadership is often associated with authority and visibility, but senior Tsion Gerbaba said she takes a different approach. She leads compassionately, valuing diligence over control and impact over recognition. Gerbaba’s path from Ethiopia to Pepperdine has developed her understanding of leadership and service, shaping her aspiration to work for the United Nations. “I want to … [Read more...] about ‘Rich in Giving’: International Studies Student Leads with Compassion
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The End of a Chapter: Seniors Reflect on Pepperdine Experiences
From left to right: seniors Emilee Staley, Abby Meng, Sarah Breck and Ali Pereza smile during Rock the Brock at the Brock House on Aug. 27. Pereza said she wants to put in as much effort as she can to spend time with friends before graduation. Photo courtesy of Ali Pereza The second semester of senior year stirs up deep emotions, with many students making bucket lists of … [Read more...] about The End of a Chapter: Seniors Reflect on Pepperdine Experiences
Weisman Museum Presents Their New Exhibition: ‘A Modern Look’
Three pictures that are a part of the 'A Modern Look' exhibit hang on the wall in the Weisman Museum on Jan. 23. From left to right, the paintings featured were painted by Andy Warhol, Christo and Richard Diebenkorn. Photos by Alicia Dofelmier The Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art recently premiered their new exhibit, 'A Modern Look,' which features paintings, drawings and … [Read more...] about Weisman Museum Presents Their New Exhibition: ‘A Modern Look’
‘Italian at Heart’: Screen Arts and Italian Studies Student Blends Multicultural Values into Filmmaking
Senior Screen Arts major Alekza Rhyan writes interview questions in Italian at Made in Italy Bistro in Westlake Village on Sept. 22. Rhyan translated the answers into English subtitles for her documentary "Made in Italy." Photo courtesy of Alekza Rhyan When she was 10 years old, senior Screen Arts major Alekza Rhyan asked her mom to put her in Italian lessons. Little did she … [Read more...] about ‘Italian at Heart’: Screen Arts and Italian Studies Student Blends Multicultural Values into Filmmaking
Tide Pools Showcases Student-Led Clubs for Every Interest
Juniors Belle Mason (left) and Caroline Rainey (right) smile at their table Jan. 21 on Mullin Town Square. Mason said Dance in Flight includes many styles such as ballet interpretation, jazz funk, hip-hop and contemporary. Photos by Melissa HoustonTide Pools, Inter-Club Council’s once-a-semester club fair, hosted its spring semester event Jan. 21 from noon to 2 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Tide Pools Showcases Student-Led Clubs for Every Interest