Photo Courtesy of Dawn PettersenPepperdine’s Moore Haus in Heidelberg, Germany, will undergo extensive renovations beginning in the summer of 2014. Head of the renovation fundraising campaign, Senior Advancement Officer Dawn Pettersen, said the project will upgrade infrastructure, such as plumbing and electric, redefine residential living and study spaces and expand … [Read more...] about Estimated $5 million in renovations to Moore Haus
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Pepperdine Hawaii Club to Host 14th Annual Luau
Photo by Gretchen Andsager Alumni Park will be undergoing an exotic transformation as the Pepperdine Hawaii club is preparing to host its 14th annual luau on Saturday. This year’s theme is Nā Mele Makamae O Hawai’i, which luau coordinator Catherine Kern translated as, “‘Hawaii’s greatest hits’, so it’s going to be a lot of somewhat famous Hawaiian dances.” The luau … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Hawaii Club to Host 14th Annual Luau
Pepperdine senior Mackenna Millet shares her exclusive Oscar experience
Photo by Allison Hubbard On stage for the biggest night in Hollywood, senior Mackenna Millet received recognition from Channing Tatum during the Academy Awards on March 2. Alongside the other five contest winners, Millet stood in the Dolby Theatre looking out at all the nominees. Millet became a part of Team Oscar after winning a contest with her 60-second video about … [Read more...] about Pepperdine senior Mackenna Millet shares her exclusive Oscar experience
Pierce Brown: Best-selling author alumnus
Courtesy of Random House LLC Alumnus Pierce Brown (‘10) has gained massive admiration for his novel “Red Rising” over the past month. Called “a dark and twisted power of its own,” by the Library Journal, “Red Rising” powered its way to the 20th spot on The New York Times best-seller list for three weeks after being released Jan. 28. The exact number of copies sold was … [Read more...] about Pierce Brown: Best-selling author alumnus
Candidates for the provost position begin their public interviews
The search for the new provost is in its final phase, with candidates already undergoing final interviews and Town Hall meetings. President Andrew K. Benton said he expects the new provost to be named “no later than May.” “The Provost shoulders responsibility for the academic integrity of the institution, overseeing academic programs and ensuring faculty … [Read more...] about Candidates for the provost position begin their public interviews