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Student Director Fulfills Leadership Dreams with Dance in Flight

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Members of the 2019-2020 DIF company dance at Ralphs Beach in November 2019. Annabella Nordlund said joining DIF has been one of the best things for her at Pepperdine.Photos courtesy of Annabella NordlundAnnabella Nordlund, a junior English and French major, has been researching Dance in Flight, a student-run dance company at Pepperdine, since high school. She joined DIF during … [Read more...] about Student Director Fulfills Leadership Dreams with Dance in Flight

Students and Celebrities Coexist in Malibu

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A red carpet is unrolled under Malibu palm trees in this graphic. Malibu is a quiet beach town, but students often see celebrities out and about away from busy Los Angeles. Graphic by Addison WhitenLiving in Malibu as a college student is a unique experience. Proximity to both the beach and a major city, Los Angeles, as well as its stunning natural beauty are some of the things … [Read more...] about Students and Celebrities Coexist in Malibu

BalletX Brings Vulnerability to the World of Dance

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The dancers of BalletX carry one another across the stage with elegance during the last piece of the night, "Steep Drop, Euphoric," in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 14. Dancer Andrea Yorita said this piece is her favorite to perform because it is both physically and emotionally challenging. Photos by Chloe ChanDance allows performers to express themselves and their emotions freely, … [Read more...] about BalletX Brings Vulnerability to the World of Dance

Payson’s New Exhibit ‘SIS’ Examines the Nooks and Crannies of Sisterhood

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Rikki Wright's photographs featured in the Payson Library's latest exhibit, "SIS" hang on the walls of the library. The new exhibit investigates the hills and valleys of sisterhood, allowing guests to view kinship in a new light.Photos by Chloe ChanNew semesters mean new stories for Payson Library. Through the years, the library has created vivid displays of art and history, … [Read more...] about Payson’s New Exhibit ‘SIS’ Examines the Nooks and Crannies of Sisterhood

Pepperdine Faculty Reminisce On Childhood Memories

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Thomas Vandergon stands in front of his childhood home at 4 years old. This is the same house where Vandergon often found garter snakes to bring home to his mom. Photo courtesy of Thomas Vandergon More often than not, students recognize faculty as their job title rather than who they are in their personal lives. Taking a step away from the seriousness of their roles as … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Faculty Reminisce On Childhood Memories