Art by Caitlin RoarkAs the school year begins, Pepperdine is abounding with opportunities to get involved and to create relationships. Of the numerous options, House Groups are particularly successful when it comes to fostering community. Offered through Campus Ministry and the University Church, House Groups are groups of students, faculty and families that meet every other … [Read more...] about Join a House Group
Perspectives
Start the School Year Intentionally
"Happy New Year" is not a rallying cry that is typically heard at New Student Orientation, but it should be. While these words may make orientation leaders seem seasonally challenged, they promote a beneficial attitude toward the return of school. All Pepperdine students should approach the start of the school year in the same way that they would Jan. 1. They should take … [Read more...] about Start the School Year Intentionally
Staff Editorial: Understand Pepperdine’s Positive Progression
Art by Caitlin Roark While Pepperdine is an ever-changing campus, it is rooted in its mission of purpose, service and leadership. It is rooted in Christian values, along with seeking the improvement of student life, and stimulates fellowship. The university empowers students to enact positive change that serves their community. With this ability to affect the evolving … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Understand Pepperdine’s Positive Progression
Embrace the Abroad Opportunity
Art by Caitlin RoarkWith NSO ending and the fall semester about to begin, the topic of studying abroad is circling the campus again. The Return, a Pepperdine event that welcomes students back from their abroad programs, is just around the corner, so new and old students alike will get a glimpse into the lives of those who have spent a semester or more in another country. … [Read more...] about Embrace the Abroad Opportunity
Show RAs and SLAs Some Appreciation
Art by Caitlin Roark In the excitement of New Student Orientation every August, over a hundred returning students give up a part of their summer to help welcome new first-year and transfer students. Throughout the week, new students become connected with their halls, meet a countless number of people, and become Waves — all through the help of the returning students … [Read more...] about Show RAs and SLAs Some Appreciation