First-year Chelsea Taura's books and notebooks she keeps in her bedroom. These books kept under her nightstand include a variety of authors and titles. Photo courtesy of Chelsea TauraPepperdine staff and students suggest their favorite reads to help you choose your next literary journey.From a romantic adventure through Egypt to a thought-provoking experience about faith … [Read more...] about Professors and Students Recommend their Favorite Reads
Life & Arts
Pacific Sounds Featured Band: Closed Caption
The members of the band Closed Caption pose for a photo together in March. The four members worked together to create two original songs before they performed live at the Pacific Sounds Music Festival. Photos courtesy of Keaton Woodburn Pacific Sounds is an opportunity for students to showcase their artistic talents. Following a week of student performances and art showcases, … [Read more...] about Pacific Sounds Featured Band: Closed Caption
Album Review: Rex Orange County Expresses His Worries with ‘Who Cares?’
Rex Orange County sits in his grass-floored bedroom. Two Dalmatians circled around him as he called a third one to come closer to him. Photo courtesy of RCA RecordsEnglish singer-songwriter Alexander James O'Connor, or Rex Orange County, released his four studio album, "Who Cares?" on March 11. The 11 track alternative funk project shows the artist finding the motivation to … [Read more...] about Album Review: Rex Orange County Expresses His Worries with ‘Who Cares?’
Multidimensional Identity: Raica Kwizera
Raica Kwizera, in the center, poses with her co-workers at the Office of Admissions. Kwizera said serving as a student tour guide is one of her favorite things at Pepperdine. Photo courtesy of Raica KwizeraAfter receiving early action decisions from 13 schools in the U.S., senior Psychology major Raica Kwizera was unsure of where to commit.“Nothing was striking to … [Read more...] about Multidimensional Identity: Raica Kwizera
Film Review: Batman Gets Better
Art by Samantha MillerThe world has had its eyes on Batman for over 80 years, and with Matt Reeve's 2022 film "The Batman," the DC Franchise updated the superhero for a Gen Z audience. Writer Bill Finger and artist Bob Kane created Batman for DC Comics in May 1939, and since creation, the hero has experienced his fair share of representation in Hollywood.The superhero sulks on … [Read more...] about Film Review: Batman Gets Better