When I read the first Good News column in February, I immediately knew one of the places where I saw — and still see — good news in my life. It’s something that has been my good news since my first semester at Pepperdine but especially since March 2020: the Graphic.While I have always loved the Graphic, the past 18 months have made me appreciate it even more. … [Read more...] about Good News: A Deeper Appreciation for Community
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Pepperdine Announces Paul Begin as Associate Dean for General Education and Curriculum
Paul Begin speaks to students at Stauffer Chapel during convocation. Seaver Dean Michael Feltner announced Begin will assume a new role as associate dean for Curriculum and General Education at Seaver College and start his three-year contract Aug. 1. Photo Courtesy of Paul Begin On March 18, Seaver Dean Michael Feltner announced in a community-wide email that Paul Begin … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Announces Paul Begin as Associate Dean for General Education and Curriculum
Students Manage Working During COVID-19
Art by Ally ArmstrongPepperdine students at home and in Malibu have found work in many forms. Some returned to their jobs in person this school year, while others transitioned to remote work or found entirely new jobs due the pandemic.Students seek work for different reasons — spending money, saving money, tuition money, etc. Sophomore Taylor Cunningham said her main … [Read more...] about Students Manage Working During COVID-19
Despite Delayed Spring Recruitment, IFC Organizations Report Satisfaction
Sophomore Dylan Hagen and junior Mason Chin, Alpha Tao Omega Recruitment co-chairs, introduce themselves to potential new members for their pre-Recruitment promotion on Instagram on Jan. 17. Hagen and Chin said they faced obstacles during Recruitment but are pleased with their chapter's new members. Photo Courtesy of Alpha Tao OmegaWhen planning for 2020-2021 Recruitment last … [Read more...] about Despite Delayed Spring Recruitment, IFC Organizations Report Satisfaction
Good News: A Month of Firsts
A month ago, I had never eaten a lollipop, climbed a tree or done a somersault.These three experiences are reflective of a larger trend that has governed most of my life — one of avoiding trying new things due to a fear they may be unpleasant or lead to injury.About a month ago, a long-held desire to overcome these fears bubbled to the surface. The end of a relationship … [Read more...] about Good News: A Month of Firsts