First year Jace Vendelin smiles at the camera calling Pepperdine home in August 2021. Vendelin finished high school homeless in Missouri. Photo Courtesy of Jace Vendelin At 18 years old, first-year Jace Vendelin’s parents gave him two options: Go to a drug rehabilitation facility or a psychiatric ward. Vendelin opted for homelessness instead. He found shelter on … [Read more...] about Youth Homelessness Impacts Pepperdine and Surrounding Communities
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The Hub Revamps Seaver 200 with Interest-Focused Breakout Groups
The famous cross above Pepperdine reminds students of the significance of faith at the University. Assistant Chaplain Peter Walton said Seaver 200 is a core element of the student experience. Photo by Abby Wilt Faith on campus is a core part of Pepperdine's mission, and Seaver 200 brings that to life, Associate Chaplain Rachel Collins said. May 2021, the University announced … [Read more...] about The Hub Revamps Seaver 200 with Interest-Focused Breakout Groups
Yes, They Can: Pepperdine Custodians Face the Pandemic at Half Capacity
Pepperdine’s full custodial staff, including managers and outside-contracted employees, meet at a daily line-up before the workday. Of the 22 pictured, only half are Pepperdine employees, while the 2019 staff had at least 20 without a third party. Photos by Mackenzie DawsonWhen the world stopped, the spotlight shined on the people in scrubs. But the workers doing the … [Read more...] about Yes, They Can: Pepperdine Custodians Face the Pandemic at Half Capacity
New Tenure-Track Stars: Alumnus Returns as Teacher Education Professor
Professor Terrelle Sales smiles with his wife, Porsha, at a scenic lookout facing the ocean. Both Sales and his wife are graduates of Seaver College, and Sales said they are excited to return to the Pepperdine community. Photo courtesy of Terrelle Sales After four years as a student at Seaver College, Terrelle Sales returns to his beloved Pepperdine community as a … [Read more...] about New Tenure-Track Stars: Alumnus Returns as Teacher Education Professor
New Tenure-Track Stars: Screen Arts Professor Emboldens Students through Film
Screen Arts Professor Paul Kim smiles for a photo on the Malibu campus. Kim, a new tenure-track professor, said he has been teaching for 13 years. Photo courtesy of Paul KimScreen Arts professor Paul Kim said he hopes to support students throughout their journey as an artist and take away some of the seriousness around career planning.Kim, a new tenure-track professor said he … [Read more...] about New Tenure-Track Stars: Screen Arts Professor Emboldens Students through Film
