As students return for the fall semester, they may find that more has changed than their class schedules. Beginning in July, the University has announced major changes in administration personnel, particularly in the Office of the Provost. University Public Relations announced July 18 that Timothy Chester, vice provost for academic administration and chief information officer … [Read more...] about Provost's Office undergoes change
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Seventy-five years: We reflect but look forward
This year, Pepperdine will celebrate its 75th anniversary, having opened its doors in 1937, seniors being lucky enough to consider themselves a part of the 75th graduating class of the university. The Graphic, too will be celebrating its 75th year, and, while styles have changed (see accompanying photo), we hope the quality has not. As media evolves rapidly today, old … [Read more...] about Seventy-five years: We reflect but look forward
HAWC renovations brighten dated hangout
Following years of research, planning and construction, Pepperdine renovated the Howard A. White Center, better known as the HAWC, this summer. Major remodeling of the coffee shop and convenience store, a new lounge and expansion of the student activity offices on both floors are complete, with several more finishing touches coming in the next two weeks. According to Director … [Read more...] about HAWC renovations brighten dated hangout
Keck grant engages freshmen in research
Harry Potter and Homer have both already found their ways into freshman seminars, but now freshmen will have the opportunity to launch their own epic journeys into research through the Student as Scholar Program (SASP). Thanks to a $250,000 grant from the Keck Foundation, a new lineup of research-based seminars will involve a group of incoming freshman in the initial stages of … [Read more...] about Keck grant engages freshmen in research
Students mourn loss of friend at candlelight devotional
During a candlelight devotional on Sunday night at the amphitheater university chaplain David Lemley took a moment to hold a prayer for Sarah Brady, the student who died in a car accident over the weekend, and her family. The prayer was followed by students joining together in a song that the chaplain believed reflected the hardships that the loss of their fellow classmate … [Read more...] about Students mourn loss of friend at candlelight devotional

