Senior Sarai Makaila poses in Orange County in 2022. The photo was taken after she transferred to Pepperdine. Photos courtesy of Sarai Makaila Approximately 50 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with epilepsy and 5 million are diagnosed each year, according to the World Health Organization. “It is OK to feel alone. It is important to grieve, but … [Read more...] about Living with Seizures: Discovering Hope Amidst Disability
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Heidelberg Students Explore the Unique Culture of Cyprus
The Heidelberg International Program poses at Ancient Kourium on Oct. 7. Students saw historical mosaic floors and the restored theatre. Photo courtesy of Melissa Swann Students in the Heidelberg International Program left the cool weather of Germany to embrace the diverse culture of Cyprus, an island in the Eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea. Cyprus’ population is uniquely … [Read more...] about Heidelberg Students Explore the Unique Culture of Cyprus
Pepperdine Students are Powered by Protein
Across Pepperdine's campus, protein has become increasingly implemented and important. From Starbucks' protein coffee to viral TikToks about “30 grams per meal,” students are embracing high-protein diets as part of a larger shift toward fitness-focused lifestyles. Pepperdine senior Alysha Burles, who works as a fitness monitor at the campus gym, said protein has transformed … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Students are Powered by Protein
Students Wrestle With Feeling Fufillment
Sophomore Emery Arnold swims in Hawai'i on July 10. Arnold said she was happy to be surrounded by the ocean and people she loves. Photo courtesy of Emery Arnold Grappling with the constant urge to want more is something many students are trying to navigate. Fulfillment is the recipe for conquering that urge and enjoying the subtleties of life. Students at Pepperdine said they … [Read more...] about Students Wrestle With Feeling Fufillment
Keeping ‘Our Girls’ Light Alive on Campus
The base of Niamh Rolston's lantern covered in flowers Oct. 17. Alumna Bridget Thompson (’24) said Niamh was a ray of sunshine. Photo by Haylie RossEditor’s Note: The Graphic chose to refer to Asha Weir, Deslyn Williams, Niamh Rolston and Peyton Stewart as girls. While they all were over the age of 18, the Graphic chose to use the term girls because “our … [Read more...] about Keeping ‘Our Girls’ Light Alive on Campus