For junior William Cohen and thousands of other college students on campuses across the country, depression is as prevalent as it is debilitating. “I felt like I was drowning,” Cohen said. “I felt lost. I didn’t know where I was. I was tired. I didn’t want to engage with the world. I became an isolationist. I wouldn’t leave my room for long periods of time.” The very nature … [Read more...] about Campus combats mental health stigma
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Project Serve locations released
Students crowded into the HAWC as the new Project Serve locations, both domestic and international, were revealed last week. The annual service project, taking place during Pepperdine’s spring break, sends Pepperdine students to various locations, both in the United States and internationally, to complete one week of service through partner organizations. This is the first … [Read more...] about Project Serve locations released
WASC completes review of 5 schools
Administration and faculty let out a collective sigh of relief as the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) visiting team left campus Friday afternoon. Though the review process is over, faculty and administrators remain wondering if the university can continue the progress it’s made in the past two years. WASC, one of six agencies responsible for the … [Read more...] about WASC completes review of 5 schools
Campus safety examined
One month. Three reported security breaches. The year started with the arrest of Christopher Benton near the Thornton Administration Center, followed by two reported instances where unaffiliated adult males harassed female students. In these cases, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) responded quickly, but safety still remains in question for some students. Furthermore, how … [Read more...] about Campus safety examined
Students have options: Recovery Month accompanies AA meetings’ return
September is National Recovery Month, and in an effort to help students on campus who have struggled or are currently struggling with addiction problems, the Pepperdine Counseling Center has taken note of the national campaign and is looking to provide assistance to those who are struggling with addiction. This is the second year Pepperdine has taken part in National Recovery … [Read more...] about Students have options: Recovery Month accompanies AA meetings’ return
