First-year Spencer Reed (middle) and his parents help him move into his dorm Aug. 18. New Student Orientation (NSO) events like New Student Sunrise, Frosh Follies and Waves Expo have historically been a staple in the first-year experience. Photo courtesy of Spencer Reed The Pepperdine Class of 2030 moved in Aug. 17 and 18 to kick off New Student Orientation (NSO), which takes … [Read more...] about New Waves, New Goals: First-Years Set Their Sights on New Experiences
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New in the ‘Bu: Discover Malibu’s Hidden Gems and New Builds
A mural of surfboards hangs outside of Prima Cantina, a new restaurant located off Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) on Aug. 19. The restaurant offers "Fiesta Hours" from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on weekdays that offers 50% off selected menu items, according to the Prima Cantina website. Photo by Griffin PilcherA new school year brings new opportunities to explore beyond Pepperdine's campus.If … [Read more...] about New in the ‘Bu: Discover Malibu’s Hidden Gems and New Builds
A Campaign Built on Calling: Inside Pepperdine’s ‘For Greater Purpose’
A group of students finish the Hike to the Cross on Pepperdine’s campus for a photoshoot promoting the “For Greater Purpose” brand campaign; the date is unknown. Michael Friel said IMC was intentional with the photos they chose to promote the campaign. Photo courtesy of Michael Friel Social media posts appeared and flyers covered campus, all carrying the same phrase — “For … [Read more...] about A Campaign Built on Calling: Inside Pepperdine’s ‘For Greater Purpose’
Armenian Students Bond Over Homemade Food
Seniors Elen Akopyan (left) and Kristina Urfalyan (right) pose for a photo at their George Page Apartment on March 26. Urfalyan taught Akopyan her Manti recipe. Photo by Melissa HoustonAt a dorm room tucked into the northwest corner of Pepperdine’s George Page Apartments, students step into a slice of home.Senior Kristina Urfalyan grew up cooking traditional Armenian … [Read more...] about Armenian Students Bond Over Homemade Food
Through the Generations: Blue and Orange Runs in the Family
Hung Le, senior vice chancellor for Alumni Affairs, kneels in the front row (center) with a group of alumni in Heidelberg, Germany, during the Heidelberg Travel Experience July 2024. Le said he stays in touch with so many alumni because he wants to remain connected. Photo courtesy of Hung Le Editor's Note: Life & Arts Editor Alicia Dofelmier’s mom, Irma Dofelmier, … [Read more...] about Through the Generations: Blue and Orange Runs in the Family