Pepperdine students had the opportunity to do the impossible this week. By stepping inside a device called the Human Race Machine set up in the Waves Cafe students could see themselves as they would look as a member of another race. The machine which resembles a photo booth takes a picture of the person inside. That photograph is then edited by adding ethnic features on top of … [Read more...] about Facing Race
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VIDEO: Spirit Cup competition moves to fall
The Pepperdine University Spirit Cup Competition has taken an early fall start. The Spirit Cup traditionally corresponds with Homecoming. However with plans to move Homecoming to the fall next year moving the 2009 Spirit Cup is a test."It's kind of easing the transition said Kapua Kauhane, Pepperdine student activities coordinator and a 2008 alumna. Michael Sprague, manager … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Spirit Cup competition moves to fall
Florence program restricts late nights
While students studying abroad in Florence are not under the same curfew policy as last spring's group a modified curfew is part of International Programs' concerted effort this year to curb excessive late-night drinking and protect students' safety.For the first two weeks of class Sept. 28 to Oct. 12 students must return to the Florence program's residential villa by 1 … [Read more...] about Florence program restricts late nights
Sodexo tastes victory in renewal
Pepperdine has agreed to renew its multi-year dining services contract with Sodexo solidifying plans to bring in more eating locations and leading to comparisons with other universities that use the food service company.Sodexo's previous contract expired last academic year and has been renewed. Alex Pang, associate vice president for campus operations and business, is leading … [Read more...] about Sodexo tastes victory in renewal
Justice symposium plays host to nobility
A tidal wave of applause welcomed Baroness Caroline Cox of Queensbury as she glided into the Caruso auditorium of Pepperdine School of Law. Before the entrance of the guest of honor the audience watched a short documentary on the internship program on which her organization Humanitarian Aid Relief Trust (HART) collaborates with Pepperdine School of Law. HART sends students … [Read more...] about Justice symposium plays host to nobility