Pepperdine students around the world are reeling in the effects of the massive earthquake that struck Chile early Saturday morning killing an estimated 147 people in the port city of Concepcion.The magnitude 8.8 quake which hit 60 miles offshore of Concepcion was felt in South American cities including Buenos Aires where students in Pepperdine's international program were … [Read more...] about Chile earthquake rattles Pep students around the world
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DTD plans to restore frat image on campus
The men of Delta Tau Delta (DTD) became the newest Greeks on campus after establishing a chapter at Pepperdine last fall. To the Greek community this addition means excitement furthering of community the call of brotherhood and a chance to witness another chapter in the fraternal cycle.DTD's commitment to integrity caught Pepperdine's eye right from the beginning."(The Delts) … [Read more...] about DTD plans to restore frat image on campus
Students choose purpose not partying
It's spring break time. And while college students across the nation are clicking the "submit" button on their all-inclusive vacation packages to Cancún Cabo and the Caribbean certain groups of Pepperdine students are preparing to take a different route of traveling around the world pursuing missions of service purpose and leadership.Some exotic locations are on the … [Read more...] about Students choose purpose not partying
Dean Starr remembers time at Pep
After five and a half years as dean of Pepperdine School of Law Starr will leave June 1 to take over as president of Baylor University. But as he prepares to leave for Waco Texas his reflections on Malibu emphasize how much of Pepperdine he will take with him."One of the areas where I really needed to do a lot of homework coming in [as law dean was] what is the idea and nature … [Read more...] about Dean Starr remembers time at Pep
Pep Law helps accused teens in Uganda
Dirty stale air filled their lungs as soon as they entered the facility. Through the darkness they could make out the forms of 18 African teenaged boys who were perplexed by the sudden presence of a half-dozen white men wearing suits and holding cameras.This was an unusual sight at this remand home a detention center for Ugandan minors who had been accused of crimes and were … [Read more...] about Pep Law helps accused teens in Uganda