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Kaitlyn Baker Staff Writer In the wake of the Beijing summer Olympics, the University’s new international program in Shanghai, China will allow students to experience first-hand the country that is quickly emerging as a world power.  “I’m excited to be able to travel around Asia, especially visiting Beijing, because of the recent Olympics,” said sophomore Derek Haacker, who … [Read more...] about Pepperdine opens popular Shanghai Program

Jane LeeOnline Editor On Friday, graduate Janelle Strawsburg sat around her empty apartment with her parents. The longtime Dodgers fan told her dad how much she wanted to wear a Dodgers hat to graduation in honor of commencement speaker Vin Scully. Her dad shook his head and laughed, not knowing that not only would her daughter, but the entire graduating class, be sporting the … [Read more...] about A Dodger Blue Graduation

Lexa MorrisStaff Writer Whether it is for an internship, a summer job, or the beginning of a new career, the interview process can be a daunting obstacle for students who want to be sure to impress but are not quite sure how to prepare. Understanding basic interview etiquette as well as the expectations of employers can help alleviate some of the anxiety that often accompanies … [Read more...] about Successful Interview Secrets

TAI HANSONStaff Writer By day, she is Dr. Cindy Colburn, associate professor of Art History. By night, she is simply known as Mom. Other people would have trouble raising three children, teaching at a college, and doing tons of research in her field, but Colburn is used to managing all three. For five years now, Colburn has been playing the role of teacher and mother. “There’s … [Read more...] about Professor profile: Cindy Colburn

ALYSSA TOOMEYStaff Writer Most buildings at Pepperdine are lifeless at 2 o’clock in the morning.  But take a walk through the Fine Arts building at this time of night and more likely than not, a student will be singing, acting or painting a picture.  The vibrancy of the Fine Arts Division and the strong dedication of its students can easily been seen in any Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Fine Arts Division overview