The Sigma Chis put Pepperdine’s “purpose, service and leadership” philosophy into action with their week-long philanthropy “Derby Days,” which raised $35,000 for the City of Hope. Derby Days is a week full of competitions and games to raise money for the City of Hope, a cancer research and treatment center that has received national recognition. The event also aims to get the … [Read more...] about Derby Days raises $35,000
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Surfing culture inspires alumnae art activists
Students often have big dreams on graduation day, from changing the world to achieving the highest level of success in their career field. However, it can also be a stressful time as graduates search to find their niche in the job market. As alumnae Courtney Branch and Lindsay Carron of Board Well illustrated at the Nonprofit Leadership Speaker Series, it is entirely possible … [Read more...] about Surfing culture inspires alumnae art activists
Campus talks about 'Miss Representation'
A woman’s worth is often measured by her beauty and sexuality, say the media, rather than by her talent as a leader in society — an idea that is damaging to the female mindset. On Thursday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. in Elkins Auditorium the Center for the Entertainment, Media & Culture will host a screening of the Sundance documentary “Miss Representation,” a film which seeks to … [Read more...] about Campus talks about 'Miss Representation'
Party for Peace
Tea lamps, fabric on walls, and pillows and rugs decorated Waves Cafe on Friday, when the Middle Eastern Peace and Awareness (MEPA) club hosted their annual charity event, “Clubbing in the Sahara.” MEPA president Adrian Aurrecoechea, senior, said the main idea behind the event was “to bring the Pepperdine community to celebrate an unfamiliar culture, in this case North … [Read more...] about Party for Peace
Waves break for Gov. Perry
Two members of the Pepperdine community have found places in Texas Gov. Rick Perry’s campaign for president. Alumnus Clint Harp works as Gov. Perry’s personal and executive aide, and Vice Chancellor Michael Warder serves as a co-finance chair for Perry’s campaign in California. After graduating in 2008, San Antonio native Harp was interested in getting into government work in … [Read more...] about Waves break for Gov. Perry