On Tuesday, Oct. 16 the Pepperdine Libraries presented “Poetry in the Stacks.” The poetry reading featured Pepperdine professors John Struloeff and Jeffrey Schultz, as well as award-winning poets Mary Jane Roberts and Sherman Pearl. Event Coordinator and Director for Library Advancement and Public Affairs Ken LaZebnik declared that he was “thrilled with the turnout and … [Read more...] about What happens in the stacks
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Winning by design decor
Students switch rooms at the end of every school year but this does not mean that the space cannot have a personal touch. Whether you are a natural at interior design or not, get ready for a competition unlike any other. For the first time ever, Pepperdine’s Housing and Resident Life will be hosting a room design competition. The contest will commence Oct. 25 and will run … [Read more...] about Winning by design decor
Beauty in the 'BU: ‘Butiful Designs: Animal Style
No, we aren’t talking about In-N-Out fries here! We mean legit, animal clothing – for dogs to be exact. “Le Chic Pup” is a business dedicated to keeping our canine friends in style and don’t be surprised if half of the clothes from the fashion line look better than what’s hanging in your closet! Creator and owner, Diane Hernandez, states her own dogs as being the inspiration … [Read more...] about Beauty in the 'BU: ‘Butiful Designs: Animal Style
Calling all heroes: ‘Wreck-it Ralph’
Walt Disney Animation Studios is back at it again, pulling out all the stops for their highly anticipated film, “Wreck-it-Ralph.” Directed by Rich Moore, the film transports audiences to the 1980s arcade game scene, where our protagonist Ralph begins his adventure. After 30 years of playing the typical bad guy and being overshadowed by good guy ‘Fix-it Felix Jr.,’ Ralph … [Read more...] about Calling all heroes: ‘Wreck-it Ralph’
There is no ‘I’ in ‘your new job’
I enjoy a challenge. I am a hard worker with years of experience. I am looking for an opportunity to fulfill my endeavors. I am a team player, a go-getter, a visionary. I am well-qualified and will exceed expectation. And, I am not egocentric. If these sentences don’t seem to overstate “I,” step back and take a quick, honest assessment. Too often resumes and cover letters are … [Read more...] about There is no ‘I’ in ‘your new job’