Graphs by Jenna AguileraWalking around Pepperdine as a student, the presence of the Christian faith is given away by the huge cross on the front lawn and Stauffer Chapel, complete with stained glass windows. Since day one of New Student Orientation, Pepperdine hosted many Convocations and brought the student body together through worship. However, outside of the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Are Students Losing Faith?
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Say Goodbye to the Sombrero
Photo by Sylvia HartleyMalibu restaurant La Salsa served its last meal yesterday. Angie Torres, an employee who has worked at the restaurant for a year and a half, confirmed that it was closing and said they would stay open Wednesday, “until we run out of food.” “I’m really bummed that La Salsa is closing because they’re like the forgotten Mexican … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye to the Sombrero
Waves of Innovation Awards Grants
Photos by Sylvia HartleyWaves of Innovation funds student ideas Pepperdine University’s Waves of Innovation Committee hosted the second Waves of Innovation talk at Smothers Theatre on Feb. 5. Waves of Innovation was launched last year to create an outlet where students, faculty and staff can share innovative ideas that can shape the future of Pepperdine. After this year, … [Read more...] about Waves of Innovation Awards Grants
The Early Bird Gets the Worm
Growing up, I denied it ardently. I didn’t want to be different. I didn’t want to be a crazy person. But eventually, I had to admit to myself that it was true. And now that I’m in college, I realize I am the opposite of the stereotypical college student. I can’t fathom needing a cup of coffee to wake up. I don’t understand people who complain about … [Read more...] about The Early Bird Gets the Worm
Die-in Peaceful Protest
Photos by Sylvia Hartley Wednesday, Jan. 14 was the day that Pepperdine students and faculty lay down in solidarity. Wednesday, Jan. 14 was the day that some Waves took part in responding to the issues brought up by the Michael Brown and Eric Garner cases. It was the first Die-In Pepperdine has seen. For first-year School of Law student Brittany Hughes specifically, Jan. … [Read more...] about Die-in Peaceful Protest