The Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art is beginning the new year with homage to the old. To commemorate Pepperdine’s 75th anniversary, the museum is showcasing an exhibit from the Dahesh Museum of Art in New York, titled “The Epic and the Exotic: 19th Century Academic Realism,” which contains pieces that portray the heritage and tradition of classicalism. This collection of 32 … [Read more...] about Oldest exhibit sparks renewed interest
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Waves go wild for Coachella
Unless a person has been living under a rock for the past couple of years, there is no way that he or she hasn’t heard about the three-day music festival, Coachella. Promoter Goldenvoice puts it on every spring in Indio, Calif, to the excitement of music fans from all over the country. This year, the festival boasts The Black Keys, Radiohead, and Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg as … [Read more...] about Waves go wild for Coachella
China expert professor Chiem encourages global perspective on art
That simple question has elicited much debate in the art world. Should they paint or sing songs all day? Study how to be a real artist or concentrate on art history or music appreciation? Pepperdine Visiting Professor of Art History Kristen Chiem has her own answer. “The most important thing that I would hope my students to take away from my classes is a global perspective,” … [Read more...] about China expert professor Chiem encourages global perspective on art
Pep graduate hired as interview producer for Al Jazeera English
Pepperdine graduate Melissa Giaimo lives life in the fast lane working for Al Jazeera English, a major news production company. Giaimo is an interview producer, better known in the journalism world as a “booker.” She arranges guests to appear on the talk show “The Stream,” which airs Monday through Thursday at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The Al Jazeera Network, owned by the state … [Read more...] about Pep graduate hired as interview producer for Al Jazeera English
Professor Chris Stivers carries on Songfest, Pepperdine legacy
Professor and musical director Chris Stivers, fueled by his passion for music, continues his Songfest legacy this year. His close ties to Pepperdine University, his love for music and his intense involvement in Songfest have earned him the label of “Pepperdine Royalty.” Wanting to be near a Christian liberal arts college, Stivers’ grandparents built a house adjacent to the … [Read more...] about Professor Chris Stivers carries on Songfest, Pepperdine legacy