Howard Jean-Denis sits for his interview with "Good Morning America," which aired Oct. 9. Jean-Denis said the aim of the interview was to endorse and advertise the PhD Project, a nonprofit that works to increase diversity. Photo courtesy of Howard Jean-DenisThree months into his time at Pepperdine, Howard Jean-Denis, professor of Strategic Management, had a featured segment … [Read more...] about New Business Prof. Emphasizes Diversity in Academia on ‘Good Morning America’
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Fellowship for Equity and Social Justice Recipients Aims to Diversify the Pepperdine Community
Jerry Calderon (left) and Katelin Goño (right) prepare to carry out projects that promote diversity on-campus. Pepperdine awarded the two seniors the Fellowship for Equity and Social Justice in April 2021, and they work with faculty mentors to cultivate a deeper sense of inclusion and belonging at Pepperdine. Photos courtesy of Jerry Calderon and Katelin GoñoOn April … [Read more...] about Fellowship for Equity and Social Justice Recipients Aims to Diversify the Pepperdine Community
Good News: Appreciating Uncertainty
In a little over six months, which at this rate will feel like in a week’s time, I will earn a degree in Political Science from Pepperdine University. I will receive this certificate at the grand old age of 20. I do not have a job secured, I haven’t thought about applying to graduate school and overall I have no idea what I want to do. This situation leaves me … [Read more...] about Good News: Appreciating Uncertainty
Surf Convo is Back
Pepperdine students meet by Tower 13 at Zuma Beach on Wednesday mornings for Surf Convo. Now that the gatherings have resumed, all interested students are welcome to attend. Photo by Emily ShawThe Pacific Ocean provides more than just a view for Pepperdine students. Surf Convo offers a community for those who want to grow their faith with one another while taking on the … [Read more...] about Surf Convo is Back
New Health Ambassadors Monitor Public Spaces for Mask Wearing
Pepperdine Health Ambassadors sophomores Asia Ford (left) and Rachel Jiang (right) pose in front of Payson Library before starting their shift Oct. 20. Ford said she hopes to make an impact through her new position by reducing COVID cases. Photo by Ryan Brinkman As Pepperdine staff and students settle into life on campus amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Pepperdine works to enforce … [Read more...] about New Health Ambassadors Monitor Public Spaces for Mask Wearing