The University Church of Christ is facing a potential deficit in the operational budget this year. According to an email sent out last week to its members, the church is reporting that they collect $1,000 less per week than what the annual operational budget requires. Multiplying that times the number of weeks in a year, the church expected to have a $50,000 year-end deficit. … [Read more...] about University Church faces deficit
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Sig Ep football tourney provides fun and funds
A cloudy and windy Saturday afternoon was brightened up by 12 groups of students in colorful shirts competing in a flag football tournament. The philanthropy was organized by Sigma Phi Epsilon to raise money for YouthAIDS. Competing in girls and guys divisions, participants got an opportunity to prove who are the fittest and fastest among them all. “Mostly all Greek groups … [Read more...] about Sig Ep football tourney provides fun and funds
Posse gives boost to urban students
“I never would have dropped out of college if I had my posse with me.” One simple student statement sparked the idea for the Posse scholarship program organized in 1989, which has since partnered with more than 40 colleges and universities in granting more than $400 million in scholarships nationwide. Pepperdine inaugurated its own Posse program last year and boasts two Posses … [Read more...] about Posse gives boost to urban students
Towns rethink leadership
Cities, towns and counties across California are rethinking how to tackle some of their challenges according to a report released Oct. 27 by Pepperdine’s Davenport Institute. According to the report, a new, collaborative approach is key. The report titled, “Golden Governance: Building Effective Public Engagement in California,” is a collaboration between the Davenport … [Read more...] about Towns rethink leadership
Prof explains 'Vortex'
Nov. 11 is a date that carries a great amount of significance. It is not only the anniversary of the ceasefire of World War I, “the war to end all wars,” but also a time to observe and honor the veterans who have served to protect this country and its freedoms. Pepperdine commemorated this Veterans Day with a special reading and lecture by Professor Dan Caldwell on his book … [Read more...] about Prof explains 'Vortex'